Book clubs in Essex
Below you'll find every active listing we have for book clubs and readers in Essex
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Greek Mythology Retellings (Colchester)
This would be a group that reads retellings and interpretations of stories from Greek Mythology, like Circe and Medusa.
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Adam Giles (Clacton-on-Sea)
I am a 26 year old primary school teacher from Clacton. I have recently been getting into Greek mythology retellings and other greek mythology inspired novels and would love to connect with people on a similar journey’
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Cityreader (Colchester)
I have a busy work life and enjoy escaping by reading. Tend to stick to the same authors such as John Grisham, Rob Rinder and Richard Osman. Have read the Agatha Christie’s many times. Would like to meet other readers in my area.
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Aj (Basildon)
24 alt love reading horror and splatter punk Kindle reader (don’t slate me 🤣)
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Patrick (Epping)
I enjoy all genres of literature from health and fitness to crime thrillers and beyond.
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Louise (Rochford)
I'd love to join a local group near Southend or Rochford. I'm currently reading John of John by Douglas Stewart who also wrote Shuggie Bain which was a 5* read for me. I like modern contemporary fiction but like to read a couple of classics a year. This year it was The Grapes of Wrath by Steinbeck and So Long, See you Tomorrow by William Maxwell. My current favourite authors are Elizabeth Strout, Donal Ryan, Helen Garner, Colm Toibin and Kevin Barry. I've got a bit of a block on the romantasy genre and anything formulaic. My controversial opinion is I don't like Lily King or other overhyped modern fiction. But I do read it, to be sure.
Sign in to contactDavida (Colchester)
I’m 19 and live in Colchester. I love love love reading anything fantasy, romance or a combination of them both! Also like the occasional mystery/thriller book :)
Sign in to contactWhat if... Reading Circle (Southend-on-Sea)
We are a speculative fiction reading circle. We meet once a month at a local cafe to discuss strange worlds, impossible futures and unforgettable ideas. www.whatifreadingcircle.com
Sign in to contactSahana (Rayleigh)
I am 18. I love reading all types of books and I am hoping to make friends with others who also love reading.
Sign in to contactLynn (Basildon)
Love a good read, write poetry (have had some published) and the English language is a passion of mine. Would be good just to share thoughts, and talk to like minded people! At present, l am reading my 3rd book by Lawrence Anthony, the elephant whisperer, called The Last Rhinos
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Manningtree/Lawford reader (Colchester)
Anyone want to start a book club? Early 40s, love reading but do tend to fall asleep. Enjoy Maggie O'Farrel, Sally Rooney among many more
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65 years old, married with two grown-up children. Read modern fiction, some non-fiction. All time favourite book: Catch 22. Recent books that had a big impact on me: All the Light we Cannot See; Glorious Exploits; Your are Here. Guilty pleasure/easy reads: Graham Norton, Richard Osman and every word ever written by Irvine Welsh. Have always liked the idea of a book discussion group
Sign in to contactGeorgia (Grays Thurrock)
Love fantasy and crime thrillers but open to reading pretty much anything.
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Fabienne (Westcliff-on-Sea)
I love to read, especially books from authors like Raymond E Feist & Terry Brooks. I also write. My preferred genre is Psionic Fantasy/ Epic fantasy and currently have three fantasy novels in Amazon. Looking to meet up with people with similar interests. The first of this trilogy is 'Tayhunner: In a Time of Change'
Sign in to contactAndy (Basildon)
I enjoy reading and good conversation, and I’d like to join a book group to share ideas, meet people, and enjoy discussing books in a friendly, open-minded setting.
Sign in to contactMillie (Saffron Walden)
hey! I am in my late 20s and love romance, fantasy, thriller and crime novels. I love reading and was looking to join a book club or find new friends to have a coffee and share book suggestions with! My last reads were the Sarah J Mass series and the housemaid series :)
Sign in to contactzoe (Saffron Walden)
hey! early 20s, love romance, fantasy and witty crime novels. working in a library and love love reading and looking for people to share a book group experience with!!
Sign in to contactElliot (Braintree)
Hi, I’m Elliot. I’m 29 and new to the area, so I’m trying to make the effort to get out a bit and meet some new people. I’ve always enjoyed reading, especially fantasy and science fiction, although I do like a bit of romance now and then as a guilty pleasure. I thought joining a book club would be a nice way to meet people, talk about books, and maybe read a few things I wouldn’t normally pick up myself.
Sign in to contactBenf (Chelmsford)
I need to make more time for reading, and I think being in a group helps to motivate me. I enjoy most genres, particularly horror and science fiction, and I really like the experience of reading alongside others and discussing our thoughts and reactions to the books.
Sign in to contactLucy (Rayleigh)
I’m Lucy, I’m 32 and enjoy literary fiction, romance, crime thrillers and fantasy. I live in Hullbridge near Rayleigh. Looking to meet new people. Based in Hullbridge, Essex
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