Book Groups hosted by the Northfield Public Library: Science Fiction

Welcome to the Northfield Public Library's Science Fiction Book Club! We're thrilled to have you join us on the last Monday of every month at 7pm for our lively discussions on all things science fiction. In the summertime, we take advantage of the beautiful weather and gather at Odd Fellows Park for our meetings. As the weather cools off in the fall, we move our meetings back indoors to the library. To confirm the location of our meetings, please check the library calendar.

If you're curious about what we're currently reading, take a look at the list to the right. And if you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to our club coordinator, Steve Maus, at steve.maus@ci.northfield.mn.us. We can't wait to dive into the worlds of science fiction with you!

We read all different subgenres, from space operas to cyberpunk, alternate histories to dystopian futures. Some popular subgenres we've delved into include time travel, artificial intelligence, post-apocalyptic worlds, and extraterrestrial encounters.

Our book selections come from a wide range of decades, from classic novels like H.G. Wells' "The Time Machine" and Isaac Asimov's "Foundation" series, to more contemporary works like Nnedi Okorafor's "Binti" and Andy Weir's "The Martian." We believe that by exploring books written across different decades, we can better appreciate how the genre has evolved over time.

Our goal is to take chances and to really explore the entire catalog of what science fiction has to offer. Whether it's a well-known classic or a lesser-known gem, we approach each book with an open mind and a willingness to engage with the ideas and themes it presents. We look forward to welcoming you to our community of fellow science fiction enthusiasts!