Fantasy/Sci-Fi Book Club: Some Desperate Glory by Emily Tesh

Bookish Notions · Media, PA

Bookish Notions' Fantasy/Sci-Fi Book Club gathers to discuss Emily Tesh's Hugo Award-winning queer space opera Some Desperate Glory, following soldier Kyr as she unravels the truth behind everything she was raised to believe.

Expect an intimate, thoughtful group conversation in a cozy independent bookstore setting, where fellow genre readers dig into themes of indoctrination, war, identity, and found family in Tesh's acclaimed novel. The discussion will likely attract both regular book club attendees and readers drawn by the book's Hugo buzz, creating a lively mix of perspectives. As a newer bookstore founded in 2025, Bookish Notions positions itself as a warm, inclusive gathering space, so expect a welcoming atmosphere even if you're a first-timer.

Bookish NotionsThis cozy independent bookstore on Media's State Street offers an intimate, welcoming setting for live events. Surrounded by carefully curated shelves of books and a warm, inclusive atmosphere fostered by friendly owners, it's a charming space where author talks and community gatherings feel personal and close-knit.

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