Book clubs in Essex
Below you'll find every active listing we have for book clubs and readers in Essex
All listings in Essex

Kulvinder (Woodford Green)
Hi, my name is Kulvinder and I live in Woodford Green. I am looking to slow down a little on work and do something nice for myself. I like to read when I have the time and I would like to meet some new people in the local area.
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Sara - Community Agent (Great Dunmow)
I am looking into the Elsenham Book Group for an elderly lady who may want to take part
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Mel (Leigh-on-Sea)
A prolific reader across (almost) all genres. Favourite book is Persuasion. Other great reads - The Girl with the Louding Voice, The Great Believers, The Lincoln Highway, Any Human Heart. Would like to chat about books, good and bad, over coffee or wine.
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Booklover47 (Basildon)
My name is Irene and I live in Steepleview in Basildon. I am retired and I love literature of all genres. I would love to find a friendly Book group near. Me.
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Skylar (Saffron Walden)
I like to read a few different genres but my favourite is fantasy! Either fun romantic fantasy like Emily Wilde's Encyclopedia of Faerie or epic fantasy like Brandon Sanderson's Stormlight Archive! I'd love to connect with people with similar tastes ☆
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Helen (Harlow)
I like reading and would like to join a book club to meet and chat and read more books. I love both fiction and non fiction.
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George (Colchester)
Hi, I am 26 and getting back into reading! I read a lot as a teenager but dropped it when I got my first job. I hope to meet some new people especially those who are also just getting into/getting back into reading. I live in the Colchester/Ipswich area. I like fantasy and historical non-fiction but could likely be persuaded to read from any genre.
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Lucy (Hornchurch)
Hi, I am looking to join a book club to make friends and discuss and rant about current books i am reading at the moment. Always looking for new book recommendations. I am interested in all books that are supernatural, any enemies to lovers books, Fantasy world , reverse harem and a few mafia based books.
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Emma (Southend-on-Sea)
36y/o. Enjoy a mix of fiction and non-fiction. Currently reading; The Book that Wouldn’t Burn, Wuthering Heights, Wool and Jane Austen’s Letters
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Kylie (Hornchurch)
Looking to join a book club to explore different authors / genres. Look psychological thriller at the moment and probably read a book a month.
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Hornchurch readers (Hornchurch)
A club for those near Hornchurch. Ideally a book a quarter, we agree on a theme and then book selection then meet up at the end of the quarter to talk through the book
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Jem (Hornchurch)
Would love to find people to discuss books with, either over a coffee or on a walk. 29 and into a variety of genres so open to reading a good mix of books.
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Daisy (Leigh-on-Sea)
26 year old romance lover looking for friends to yap about books with. I read a crazy amount each month so I always have book recs and constantly looking for more. Would love someone/group of people to meet up and chat all things bookish over coffee (or wine).
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Cici (Leigh-on-Sea)
26 years old & I love reading & really am just looking to find people to yap about books with :) based in LOS/Benfleet/Hadleigh area & would love to schedule some in person meet ups
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Aaron (Braintree)
Hi! I’m 28 and love reading a bit of everything — from classics to thrillers to fantasy. I’m open-minded with genres and really enjoy hearing other people’s thoughts on what they’re reading. There’s something great about seeing someone talk about a book they love. I’m looking for friendly, relaxed people to chat about books, share recommendations, and enjoy good conversations. Age isn’t a factor for me — I’m happy to connect with anyone who enjoys reading.
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Lauren (Halstead)
Hi I'm 29 just moved to the area and was hoping to meet people from the area and find some great books to read in the process ☺️ I love reading all sorts of books but my go to tends to be romance or spicy books!
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Hannah-Lee (Braintree)
Hi, my name is Hannah, and I’m a 20yo with a passion for books! Reading has been a form of escapism for me throughout both mental and physical health issues, so I’d love to make friends with a like-minded individual. I enjoy pretty much every genre, but I have a keen interest in lit fiction, fantasy, mythology retellings, and horror, however, I am trying to read more classics and non-fiction. Would love to talk, buddy read, and find new recommendations! Occasional meet-ups would be fine, but as I can’t drive and have health issues, I’d need to plan ahead. Online book club and/or online chats would be ideal. <3
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Rayleigh Vineyard Book Club (Rayleigh)
We meet at 8pm on the second Sunday of each month in Rayleigh. Informal, friendly, and we don't mind if you haven't read the book or didn't finish it. We vote on the next book, and take turns to lead, so it's very democratic.
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SunnyAnnie (Rayleigh)
I lead a fun and informal book club in Rayleigh and we're looking for new members.
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