We get together every month to discuss a book from Left Book Club – first founded in 1936 to oppose war, inequality and fascism. It’s an informal group and everyone is welcome, so pop down and chat about some timely political topics.
Please see below key information for the next Left Book Club York meeting:
- SPARK:York, Piccadilly
- Next session: 15th July 2026
- Time: 7:30 – 9pm
- Selected Book: Pink-pilled: Women and the Far Right by Lois Shearing
Join Left Book Club: York this month as they discuss Pink-Pilled: Women and the Far Right by investigative journalist Lois Shearing.
We often think of extreme-right online spaces as exclusively male, but Shearing’s eye-opening investigation reveals a much more complex reality. This book uncovers the subtle tactics, community dynamics, and digital pipelines used to recruit women into modern radical movements.
Whether you’re a seasoned political reader or just curious about how internet subcultures shape our world, this promises to be a fascinating, timely, and thought-provoking discussion. Grab a copy, bring your thoughts, and we’ll see you there!
About the Author: Lois Shearing
Lois Shearing is a London-based freelance journalist and author specializing in online culture, gender, and politics. Formerly the Senior Sex and Relationships Writer at Cosmopolitan UK, their work has appeared in major publications including The Independent, Mashable, and Metro. In their latest book, Pink-Pilled, Shearing combines rigorous journalism with immersive digital research to uncover how modern extremist spaces target and recruit women.
Left Book Club York FAQ’s
How much does it cost?
Left Book Club: York is free to attend.
Books can be purchased separately from the Left Book Club website.
Do I have to read the whole book?
Whilst you may find the reading group more enjoyable if you have read the book, it isn’t essential. You can come along to listen and learn about the book or discuss the broader ideas within the book.
Can I suggest a book?
Yes! We would love to hear your suggestions. It is worth keeping in mind though that this reading group is in collaboration with Left Book Club so it does need to be a book within their catalogue. Fortunately that gives you lots of awesome books to choose from.
At the end of each group, we discuss books for the following meet up and usually agree one then. The book selection will be added to the event listing on the Left Book Club York Website, which can be found through SPARK:York.
Left Book Club is supported by SPARK:York
