We’re excited for our partnership with our friends at Norwich Bookstore! Each month, Book + a Bottle brings together both familiar and new faces for lively conversation, thoughtful reads, and wines chosen to complement the story just as much as the discussion.

Our book for August is Water Moon by Samantha Sotto Yambao. This luminous, deeply felt novel follows a young woman navigating the complexities of family expectations, grief, and self-discovery set against a beautifully rendered backdrop of change and tradition. Through its lyrical prose, rich emotional depths, and unforgettable characters, the story explores the delicate balances of love, identity, and the quiet resilience it takes to forge one's own path in the world.

To perfectly mirror the novel's elegant layers and crisp emotional resonance, this month's featured wine is the Paul D. Weissburgunder. Known for its bright acidity, clean minerality, and subtle notes of orchard fruit, this refreshing Pinot Blanc offers a beautifully balanced palate that elevates both the narrative’s nuanced themes and our evening's conversation.

Your Book + a Bottle pre-order includes:

A copy of the book

One curated bottle of wine

An invitation to our guided group discussion

Choose from two discussion dates:

Thursday, August 27th, from 6:30-7:30 PM
or Sunday, August 30th, from 4:30–5:30 PM

Please be sure to select your date at checkout.

Pick-up details:

Orders will be available for pick-up beginning July 26th, and you’ll receive an email as soon as your bundle is ready. Please note that orders will be held for two weeks from the pick-up start date. After that, unclaimed orders may be forfeited.

Space is limited, and discussion attendance is reserved exclusively for those who have purchased Book + a Bottle. As a little perk, let our bartenders know you’re part of the group during the meetup to enjoy 10% off your bar tab.

We can’t wait to read, sip, and discuss with you- see you there! 📚🍷