o o k C l u b
Perrinville | Woodinville | Mercer Island
A gathering centered on story.
The Elsom Book Club is an invitation to slow down and gather around shared stories—literary, personal, and lived. Each month, we come together over a thoughtfully chosen book and a glass of wine, creating space for conversation that unfolds naturally and without agenda.
This is not a discussion led by experts or opinions. It’s a gathering shaped by curiosity, reflection, and the simple pleasure of being in good company.
h a t M a k s t D i f f e r e n t
At Elsom, the Book Club isn’t a program—it’s a practice.
We believe books, like wine, open us to perspective. They invite us to listen more closely, to sit with nuance, and to stay present a little longer. Our Book Club reflects the same philosophy that guides our wines: patience, depth, and connection.
There are no performance expectations. No pressure to speak. Just an open table, a shared story, and the time to let conversation find its way.
h a t T o x p c t
Each Gathering Includes:
- A curated book selection, announced in advance
- A guided but open conversation—no homework required
- A glass of Elsom wine, enjoyed unhurried
- An intimate setting designed for comfort and ease
Gatherings are hosted at the Elsom Social Club in Perrinville, Woodinville Production Space, Barrels on Mercer Island and are intentionally limited in size to preserve intimacy and conversation.
h e B o o k W C h o o s e
Selections vary by season and mood, but always share a common thread: they invite reflection.
Books may explore themes such as:
- Belonging and identity
- Place, memory, and home
- Change, resilience, and becoming
- The quiet moments that shape us
You’re welcome whether you’ve finished the book, started it, or simply want to listen.
h o I t ’ s F o
The Elsom Book Club is for those who:
- Love stories more than opinions
- Enjoy thoughtful conversation without debate
- Appreciate wine as part of a shared experience
- Value presence over performance
If you’re drawn to quiet connection and meaningful moments, you’ll feel at home here. Our selections favor stories that linger — books meant to be lived with, not rushed through.
h e 2 0 2 6 B o k L i s t
MAY — Chocolat by Joanne Harris
A story about disrupting tradition, awakening the senses, and the quiet courage to live freely. It mirrors what we believe at Elsom—pleasure, ritual, and gathering can shift everything.
JUNE — The Henna Artist by Alka Joshi
A portrait of reinvention and self-made identity. This selection reflects the spirit of craftsmanship, independence, and the beauty of creating a life on your own terms.
JULY — Theo of Golden by Allen Levi
A reminder that small, intentional acts shape a meaningful life. This book aligns with our belief that what we create—and how we show up—matters.
AUGUST — Under the Tuscan Sun by Frances Mayes
A celebration of slowing down, place, and sensual living. This is the essence of Elsom—wine, food, and the art of savoring life as it unfolds.
SEPTEMBER — Like Water for Chocolate by Laura Esquivel
Where emotion, food, and story intertwine. This reflects our core belief that what we make and share carries energy, memory, and connection.
OCTOBER — The Bear and the Nightingale by Katherine Arden
A story of intuition, myth, and honoring unseen forces. It speaks to our quieter side—ritual, seasonality, and trusting what can’t always be explained.
NOVEMBER — The School of Essential Ingredients by Erica Bauermeister
A gathering of strangers becoming something more. This is Elsom in its purest form—connection built through shared tables, stories, and sensory experience.
DECEMBER — My Life in France by Julia Child
A joyful reinvention story rooted in food, curiosity, and courage. It closes the year with what we value most—learning, delight, and living fully.
e m b e r s h p A c c e s s
Book Club gatherings are offered first to members, with limited additional seats released as space allows.
This approach helps us keep the experience personal, unhurried, and thoughtfully sized.
p c o m i n g B o k C l u b G a t h e g
