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Horror Book Club

In-Person Program
2026-03-06 16:00:00 2026-03-06 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Horror Book Club Join us to discuss Dan Chaon's "One of Us". To borrow a print copy of the books, please contact the Compton Library directly. For Ages 18+ Compton Library - Meeting Room

Friday, March 06
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-03-06 16:00:00 2026-03-06 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Horror Book Club Join us to discuss Dan Chaon's "One of Us". To borrow a print copy of the books, please contact the Compton Library directly. For Ages 18+ Compton Library - Meeting Room

Compton Library

Meeting Room

Join us to discuss Dan Chaon's "One of Us". To borrow a print copy of the books, please contact the Compton Library directly. For Ages 18+

Do you find yourself attracted to the strange and unusual? Do you enjoy what others may find frightening? If so, join the Horror Book Club where each month we'll provide you with diverse horror authors and titles to discuss with people who enjoy the same genre as you.

Follows orphaned, telepathic twins, Bolt and Eleanor, fleeing their murderous, con-man uncle in 1915 America, finding refuge and a strange family within the fantastical, traveling "Emporium of Wonders" circus run by Mr. Jengling, while exploring themes of identity, belonging, and the blurred lines between the normal and the monstrous as they navigate their unique bond and the cruel, wondrous world of sideshows and the afterlife.

Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. This will be used to save your spot in the program. We cannot guarantee availability for any unregistered adult. To sign up, see library staff, or register online.

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Lectures & Conversations | Books, Poetry, & Writing |

TAGS: | Book Club |

Compton Library
Phone: 310.637.0202
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Compton Library branch of the Los Angeles County Free library opened its doors in July of 1913, the 11th branch of today's LA County Library.

The library was located in a storefront building near Main and Tamarind Streets and was later moved to the Compton Union High School at 212 S Acacia Street.

In 1925 a separate building was erected in the City Hall Park at 123 W Almond Street, where it remained until 1974, when the current facility was dedicated at 240 W Compton Boulevard.

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