Bookclub 010
Rotterdam’s Reading Community.
We’re not your average bookclub. We connect by reading together in silence. We meet in iconic Rotterdam locations. Come for the books, stay for the vibe.
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Silent Bookclub 010
Where reading meets Rotterdam energy.
No assigned book, no boring group discussions. Just you, your book, a drink and a room full of people who also prefer stories to small talk.English Bookclub 010
For people who like to read, but don’t show off about it.
We gather around one great book, the kind that keeps echoing long after you’ve read it. And we talk about what struck us, puzzled us, moved us or highly irritated us.
Bookclub XL: Rotterdam Reading Parties
Silent reading... but supersized.
Every season, we take what we do best and… make it bigger, 010 style. From sunny Jane Austen extravaganzas to gloomy indoor Dark Academia events, our reading parties are becoming legendary (well, in Rotterdam, anyway).
Reader Testimonials from Events
What readers are saying
The silent book club at Pebbels cat cafe was right up my alley as a rather introverted person who is still looking to connect with other book lovers (the cats being a wonderful bonus). I feel so grateful to have been wholeheartedly welcomed into a community of many friendly, talented, and open minded individuals on such short notice."
Chim
Joined the Silent Bookclub
I love that there's a little moment before and after reading to socialise and connect with the other Bookclubbers so we can share which books we are reading and make a little small talk. The hosts make me feel welcome and the vibes are always lovely and relaxed. Silent Bookclub is my favourite moment of the month!
Alex
Joined the Silent Bookclub
The best part for me is the openness and diversity. There are no limits when it comes to language, age, or reading preferences. Everything is welcome, and everyone belongs. It’s a true safe haven for expats, introverted book lovers, and anyone driven by curiosity. You feel at home and welcomed, surrounded by kindred spirits from the most unexpected walks of life.
Eugenia
Joined the English Bookclub
Bookclub 010 feels like a warm bath. What truly makes Bookclub 010 special is the combination of coziness, accessibility, and a shared love for literature. The atmosphere is warm and informal, and the community feels genuinely connected. Marjan, Yasmin, Simone, and the rest of the team guide everything with such care and heart that you immediately feel at home.
Ingeborg
Joined the English Bookclub
It's like combining two of my passions: reading books and connecting with lovely people. I am quite an introvert to be honest, but hosting silent bookclubs provides me the safety that allows my social bubbliness to thrive. Books are great companions, they feel safe, non-judgemental, intriguing and they hold us and our multiplicities gently..so I want to hold a similarly safe space for you to create a shared experience engaging in our beloved activity together: reading.
Vivien
Joined the Silent Bookclub as host
The Dark Academia Event was an amazing afternoon in style, with people showing up dressed up, and with workshops fitting the theme, like making your own journal cover, creating your own jewelry, and make blackout poetry with dark academia texts. To top it off for me personally; I got asked to write and perform a poem at the opening in the style of Edgar Allan Poe, which shows that the community is open to your own initiatives and talents and encourages to share them.
Justin
Joined the Dark Academia Event
Reading is how I reset my mind. It’s like giving yourself permission to recharge, one page at a time.
Simone, Silent Bookclub Host
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