Good things are better shared, whether that’s a wholesome loaf or the latest page-turner.
Knead to Read opens our bakeries to local book clubs. Our spaces are designed for comfort and connection – just the right setting for intimate, creative conversations. Wherever we can, we’ll also provide baked treats on the house.
Book of the Month
Someone will die here this morning, at this suburban train station. It will happen in the next five minutes when the 7:06 to London Victoria arrives.
Take note of their positions. The child, the mother, the businessman, the old woman and the gambler.
One of them will die despite your attachment to them. There is probably one you want to get rid of. You don’t have to admit who. But perhaps you should ask yourself why.
The train has stopped.
Someone is dead.
Was it who you chose?
It wasn’t your fault …
So why, dear reader, do you feel so guilty?
Five stories. Five minutes until a life ends. Unfolding in real time, FIVE doesn't just tell a story; it provokes, unsettles, and lingers. By weaving together the stories of those complex, flawed lives, Bannister creates a tapestry of human struggle, resilience, and hope. FIVE offers no easy answers, but rather a nuanced exploration of the human condition in all its messy complexity.
How to host a book club with us
1. Come say hello
Tell the team at your local bakery that you’d like to host a book club.
2. Set a date
Confirm a date and time with the Bakery Manager.
3. Choose a book
Pick a book that intrigues you. You’re welcome to go with our Book of the Month, selected in partnership with publishers.
4. Gather your community
Invite friends, neighbours, colleagues – anyone you know that loves stories. We can also help promote your event with a sign in the bakery.
TOP TIP: Set up a clear way to RSVP. This could be a phone number, Instagram account, or Eventbrite link.
Looking to join in rather than host?
Find out about upcoming book club events via our monthly Knead to Know posts on Instagram.
