It's book swap season! Join Brighton local and community creator Marley Dizney at Fabrica for the Brighton Social Book Swap - a cosy, festive evening of new books, good conversation and new friends.
Bring along the books you've finished with and leave with a stack you haven't read yet (plus a few new friends, if all goes to plan!). Whether you're a lifelong bookworm, an occasional reader or simply looking to meet some friendly faces, everyone is welcome.
With Christmas trees, mulled wine and a room full of fellow book lovers, it's the perfect opportunity to discover your next favourite read, share recommendations and connect with your local community.
How does it work?
Bring along up to five books in good condition that you'd love to pass on. Pop a little note inside each one, finishing the line: _"I recommend this book because..."_
Then it's time to swap! We'll do things in a few rounds:
- Round one: Pick a book for yourself.
- Round two: Find someone new and choose a book for them - a lovely way to strike up a conversation and make a new connection.
- Final round: Whatever's left is up for grabs, so take as many books as you'd like!
Any books left over will be donated to a local charity.
There's more than just books!
Between swaps, you can get creative at our bookmark-making stations, join in with some fun bookish games and enter our raffle for the chance to win some lovely book-related prizes.
Fabrica's bar and café will be open throughout the evening, serving drinks, festive mulled wine and snacks. You can even pre-order your mulled wine when booking to skip the queue!
A little something to give back
The Brighton Social Book Swap will also support Fabrica's Big Give Christmas Challenge. The raffle and opportunities to donate on the night will help raise funds for Fabrica's community and creative programmes. And, during the Big Give campaign, every donation made through our campaign page will be doubled! Find out more here
Spaces are limited to 100, so don't sit on it - book your place and come along for a lovely evening of books, sharing and new connections.
We can't wait to swap with you!
