What we’re about
Started in October 2009 mainly as a discussion group for science fiction and fantasy topics, this group has grown rather large and diverse over time! <br> <br>We run a variety of different events. Our main events are: <br>* A monthly meet-up where members can catch up to talk all sci-fi/fantasy, gaming, book, tv, movie related topics <br>* Every few months we have a "Newbies" meetup, so new members have a chance to come along and meet other new members at the same time, but new members are welcome at all our meet-ups. <br>* Book review groups - run On alternate months <br>* Regular movie meet-ups when the latest movies come out.
Apart from this, we have also had boardgame days, gone to plays, had comic book days, organised groups to go to Supanova and other 'cons' as they occur.
Please note that if you're new to the group, you are welcome to attend any meet-up. If you have RSVP'd to a meet-up, but you can't turn up at the last moment, please change your RSVP to a NO.
Members can also make suggestions for meet-ups that they would like to go to.
In addition to this, we have two other 'group' pages. One on Goodreads (for the booklovers) which can be found here: <a>https://www.goodreads...</a>;
The other page is our facebook page. It's great for posts on your favourite shows, lists of books recommendations, previews of upcoming films, and even for some events (i.e. plays, exhibitions and activities) that we think will interest you, but we might not be able to host as a part of the meet-up. Please be considerate of the number of Facebook alerts that your post may create and some members may not always follow your fandom. The facebook page is located at: <a>https://www.facebook....</a>;
We also now have a discord channel (https://discord.gg/qKzSpxt) please join us there. First stop should be to read the guidelines and then enjoy discussing all sort of interesting topics.
We want to keep this page current and relevant for all members. If you haven't visited the Meet-up page in over a year, we may delete you from our group. However, you are most welcome to rejoin if something interests you.
I hope you can join us at an activity sometime soon!
Upcoming events (3)
See all- Book Review Group - March 2024Mail Exchange Hotel, Melbourne, VI
Hi all,
Welcome to our March book club meet up and the interesting books we selected in January!!
The books for Thursday 21 March 2024 are:
Science Fiction
The Strange by Nathan BallingrudFantasy
Dragonsong by Anne McCaffreyUrban Fantasy
Those Who Dwell in Darkness by Steve McHughFor any new people that would like to come along, you are most welcome! You don't have to read all 3 books. However, the more you read, the more robust the conversation will be with multiple people discussing the book. Don't forget to bring along some Sci-fi, Fantasy and Urban Fantasy suggestions for the following meet-up!
If you would like to see all the books (excluding bonus books) that we have read before, click here to have a look. Since there are so many authors out there, we try not to repeat authors, however, I am relaxing this slightly moving forward. If you are new(ish) to the group, check out the back catalogue for some inspiration if you are stuck for something to read.
Numbers are limited. If you can’t make it, please change your RSVP to a NO as a courtesy to the organiser and to let any wait-listed people into the meet-up.
Happy Reading!!! 🤓😊
- Paranormal Romance Book Club and CultureMelbourne Zoo, Parkville, VI
Hi all
In April, we are going to meet at the Melbourne Zoo for our book club!
The books for the 21 April are:
- Bedsocks and Broomsticks (Omensford #1) by G. Clatworthy | Goodreads
- The King's Captive (Gate of Myth and Power, #1) by K.M. Shea | Goodreads
- Keeper of Enchanted Rooms (Whimbrel House, #1) by Charlie N. Holmberg | Goodreads
It's our 8th birthday for bookclub, so I thought we should splurge a little and go on an adventure to the Zoo! How many of you will look at the Lions and think of Curran from the Kate Daniel's series by Ilona Andrews? Or the numerous other books we have read with shape shifters in them!
Tickets to the zoo, will cost $46 for adults. If you have a concession, then the price is $34,50. I know we normally go to free or cheaper cultural activities, but I'm hoping with a couple of months notice, we can all include this within our budgets! Let's meet at the Meerkat Cafe, which is just inside the entry to the zoo. You are most welcome to bring your own picnic lunch/food as well, for after bookclub when we go to explore. I would suggest pre-booking your ticket, so you don't miss out. 😊
Don't forget to bring along your paranormal suggestions for our next book club. If you would like to look at all the books that we have read so far, click here.
Finally, if you can't make it, please change your RSVP to a NO.
Happy reading until then!! 🤓