What the Biggest and Most Interesting Book Clubs are Reading in September 2026

Fall is knocking at the door, and a bunch of great book clubs have announced their September selections, from a blockbuster book’s sequel to an atmospheric horror gothic. The list is perfect for finding a lot of books to add to your TBR, and it’s worth following along with the book clubs—all of which have virtual components—for author chats and/or final discussions. With a range of book clubs, some that focus on highlighting traditionally marginalized voices and others focused on genre, now is a great time to join a book club and find a community of book lovers. September’s selections are deliciously all over the map, giving readers all the book flavors. If you’ve yet to read the highly praised Martyr!, Silvia Moreno-Garcia’s most popular novel, or a Steinbeck classic, now can be your time. Also of note, Liane Moriarty is back with a super anticipated sequel to Big Little Lies, there’s an essay collection with an excellent title and cover, a time loop horror novel, nonfiction about reality TV, a near-future dystopia, an intense horror novel set in an imagined Russia, and more! Pick a book and get your book club on! The Audacious Book Club Reality TV for Snobs by Ali Barthwell About...