Book Club
Books have a way of helping us put words to experiences that can feel difficult to explain.
The Hiraeth Hope & Healing Book Club offers a welcoming space to read, reflect, and connect with others navigating origin loss, identity discovery, family disruption, grief, and healing.
Our selections span self-discovery and reflection, memoirs, nonfiction and historical perspectives, and fiction. Each book is thoughtfully chosen to encourage meaningful conversation and explore themes of identity, family, belonging, grief, resilience, and healing that may resonate with adopted folks, NPEs, donor conceived people, and late discovery adoptees.
Book Club is not about analyzing literature or having all the answers. It is an opportunity to learn together, share perspectives, and engage in meaningful conversations in a supportive, trauma-aware environment.
What to Expect
• One book explored over several weeks
• Weekly virtual discussions and reflection
• Thoughtful, guided conversation
• A welcoming space for varying perspectives and experiences
• Participation at your own pace
• Opportunities to engage with authors whenever possible
• A private Facebook group for ongoing discussion and connection between meetings
There is no pressure to finish every chapter on schedule, speak during every discussion, or participate in every meeting. You are welcome to engage in whatever way feels comfortable for you.
Whether you come for the books, the conversations, or the sense of community, we invite you to join us.
💙 Togetherness Heals.
Who Is Welcome?
Book Club is open to adopted folks, NPEs, donor conceived people, and late discovery adoptees.
Current Book Club Information
Currently Reading: Raceless by Georgina Lawton
Sundays • 11:00 AM–12:00 PM ET
August 30–October 4, 2026
Meeting dates, reading schedules, and registration information can be found on our Community Calendar and Upcoming Gatherings pages.
Continue Exploring
Book Club is one way to learn, share perspectives, and connect with others through lived experience. Explore other opportunities to continue the conversation and stay connected with HH&H.
Reading Collection
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Learning Center
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Community Meetups
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There is no required next step. Explore what feels right for you, whenever you're ready.