Queer Book Club – Greta & Valdin

Join Our Queer Book Club in Vienna!

Are you passionate about queer literature and eager to connect with fellow readers in an inclusive space? Join us on Sunday, May 11, from 14:00 to 17:00 at Villa Vida Café for our next Queer Book Club meetup! This month, we’ll be discussing Greta & Valdin by Rebecca K. Reilly—an irresistibly sharp, funny, and deeply relatable novel about love, family, and queerness.

Whether you’ve finished the book, just started a few chapters, or want to engage in conversation, you are welcome to join. This gathering offers a space to explore queer storytelling, reflect on its themes, and connect with like-minded book lovers.

Event Details

📅 When: Sunday, May 11, 2025, 14:00 – 17:00
📍 Where: Villa Vida Café, Vienna
📚 Book: Greta & Valdin by Rebecca K. Reilly
🍪 Snacks: Bring something to share if you’d like!
💬 Open to everyone – no reading requirements!
📲 Join the Queer Book Club WhatsApp Group to order your copy from o*books and pick it up in-store.

About the Book: Greta & Valdin

Greta & Valdin by Rebecca K. Reilly is a fresh, witty, and heartfelt novel following two Māori-Russian queer siblings living in Auckland, New Zealand. Valdin, a hopeless romantic and university lecturer, longs for his colleague while managing the pressures of academic life. At the same time, Greta, an aspiring screenwriter, struggles with heartbreak, an uncertain future, and an often chaotic existence. As they navigate love, friendship, and family drama, the novel provides a sharp and humorous look at identity, queerness, and modern relationships.

Critics have praised this book for its distinctive voice, laugh-out-loud humor, and deeply relatable queer characters. Many readers who appreciate contemporary queer fiction will find Greta & Valdin to be a compelling and entertaining read.

Queer Book Club Vienna – A Space for Community & Discussion

Our Queer Book Club is more than just a reading group—it’s a space where queer literature comes to life through conversation. Each month, we read a book by or about LGBTQIA+ individuals and gather to share thoughts, insights, and perspectives. Everyone is welcome, whether you love analyzing literature or simply want to listen and be part of the discussion.

📖 How to Participate: Simply show up, bring your copy of the book (if you have one), and enjoy the conversation! There’s no pressure to speak—listening is just as valuable as sharing. Engaging at your own pace is always encouraged.

📲 Want to Stay Updated? Join our Queer Book Club WhatsApp Group to stay informed about upcoming books and events.

This Event is a Collaboration With o*books and hint.wien

The Queer Book Club Vienna is proudly organized in partnership with o*books and hint.wien. We encourage attendees to support o*books, a fantastic local bookstore dedicated to diverse and inclusive literature. You can order your copy through our WhatsApp group and pick it up in-store.

Internal Links

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