Book clubs in Essex

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

All listings in Essex

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Kay (Brentwood)

Hiya! I am new to Brentwood, just moved here! Would love to make new friends who love to read!

Kay recommends:

The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle
The Power of Now
by Eckhart Tolle | Learn more and buy
Focus on the present moment and how we can better understand ourselves spiritually.
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Abigail (Chelmsford)

I’m 16 soon 17 and reading is a big part of me. I want to join a book club so we can discuss the plots, the characters, and what we think would happen next. I hope to meet up regularly and have a fun time. Xx

Abigail recommends:

The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo
by Taylor Jenkins Reid | Learn more and buy
This book plays with your emotions and the plot twists won’t stop coming it’s incredible.
Five Survive  by Holly Jackson
Five Survive
by Holly Jackson | Learn more and buy
The suspense, the confusion, the secrets literally the whole entire plot it’s so good and read it till the end because you wanna know who dies.
Fourth Wing  by Rebecca Yarros
Fourth Wing
by Rebecca Yarros | Learn more and buy
This book is like a rollercoaster of twists and suspense.
Powerless
by Lauren Robert’s | Learn more and buy
This book helped me out of a book slump I was hooked, it’s a great plot, huge twist at the end and a lot of foreshadowing I loved it.
The Wrong Sister  by Claire Douglas
The Wrong Sister
by Claire Douglas | Learn more and buy
The plot was plotting I can honestly say that I love psychological thrillers and this delivered. It really felt like I was in it and it kept giving me plots and twists it’s really good.
The Silent Patient  by Alex Michaelides
The Silent Patient
by Alex Michaelides | Learn more and buy
This book keeps you hooked until the very end, and you think you’ve guessed it but guess again it’s something else.
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ben (Hornchurch)

never been a reader but want to get into it. not really sure what genres i like but willing to try everything:)

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Priyam (Epping)

I love reading fiction and enjoy a variety of genres. I am drawn to any book with good character depth and a compelling storyline. I am interested in joining a book club to discuss books with a variety of people- preferably whilst enjoying tea and cake !

Priyam recommends:

Queenie by Candice Carty-Williams
Queenie
by Candice Carty-Williams | Learn more and buy
This book is a beautiful coming of the story, with great character depth and a relavant and compelling storyline
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Derringer (Buckhurst Hill)

I'm looking for a book club to meet new people who share a love of reading. I like all genres. I'm based in Buckhurst Hill

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LucyJane96 (Halstead)

28 years old and looking to make some reading friends. I love fantasy, fluffy romance and dark romance, reverse harem style books. Read around 60 books this year and just want someone to talk to and share good recs with :) Connect with me on Goodreads Lucy The Book Nerd

LucyJane96 recommends:

Den of vipers by K. A. Knight
Den of vipers
by K. A. Knight | Learn more and buy
It's a standalone reverse harem with some dark scenes. It's not the best written book but it's funny and I jusy genuinely enjoy it
Throne of Glass by Sarah J Maas
Throne of Glass
by Sarah J Maas | Learn more and buy
Absolutely loved this series. It does get a little dull for a book in the middle but soooo worth finishing! Obsessed. Wished I could start it from scratch
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jessketit (Basildon)

Hi, My name is Jess and i’m 20. I love crime/thriller books as well as romance. I’m looking for a book club around basildon/southend area. I want to make friends and recommend/read books with people.

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Millennial Book Club (Epping)

New Book Club for Millenials. Predominantly fiction books but always open to suggestions. Would be lovely to meet fellow bookworms monthly to discuss the pick of the month over a cheeky vino!

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Josh (Leigh-on-Sea)

Hi i just finished university and discovered my love for books there. I joined the book club at university and i am looking to join one in my local area or talk to like minded individuals about their love for books. I am open to all genre’s.

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Alex (Clacton-on-Sea)

Hi im Alex, 29 years old, living in Weeley after moving from london a few years ago. I really enjoy reading romance (especially fantasy romance). Just finished Fourth Wing and Iron Throne and im obsessed!

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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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Nicola K (Rayleigh)

Hello. Really got into reading again in 2023 and would like to keep this going whilst meeting some new friendly faces. Looking for a relaxed book club in Rayleigh, as I really enjoy chatting and sharing thoughts on my reads.

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Mica (Hockley)

I’m a 29-year-old originally from Argentina, now living in Essex, and I’m looking to join a book club to connect with fellow readers and share my love of stories. Reading has always been one of my favorite ways to unwind and explore different worlds, especially through romance, dark romance, and thrillers. I’d love to be part of a group where we can have thoughtful discussions, exchange recommendations, and enjoy discovering new authors and perspectives together.

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Patrick (Epping)

I enjoy all genres of literature from health and fitness to crime thrillers and beyond.

Patrick recommends:

Blood orange
by Harriet tyce | Learn more and buy
Psychological thriller, a really hard to put down book.
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Alec (Braintree)

Hi - I'm looking to meet people in my local area. I'm trying to read more books and maybe chat to new people. I'm interested in sci-fi, drama, horror, manga and non-fiction.

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PJ (Billericay)

Love reading especially murder mysteries!

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R.J. (Southend-on-Sea)

I am a published author with books published in the usa and although I write almost daily I feel I would not only like to get my publications widely known, I would like to meet locals who are struggling or need help in their pursuit of publication. I mostly write historical fiction and fictional crime. I hasten to add I am hoping to join a bookclub at the Southend Forum Library which meets on the first thursday aft of every month and is run by SWAN Southend Writers and Artists which is on facebook. I am retired so I have plenty of free time to write, a passion I enjoy very much. Thanks R.J.

R.J. recommends:

A Bolt From The Blue by Robert James Bridge
A Bolt From The Blue
by Robert James Bridge | Learn more and buy
Well to be blunt yes its one of my own publications ie Canadian Historical Fiction and although a true story I have used fictional characters throughout. This is the story of the halifax explosion in 1917 in which almost 2,000 lives were taken when two ammunition ships collided in the harbour of Halifax Nova Scotia , the date was 6th DEC at 9am 1917 a date etched in the minds of many Canadians.
Kinmel Revisited by Robert James Bridge
Kinmel Revisited
by Robert James Bridge | Learn more and buy
Of all of my books this is perhaps my premier tome since I came across this story when my wife and I once lived in Bodelwyddan ,North Wales some years ago.Using Fictional Characters I have woven my book around the subject of the Kinmel Camp Riot in 1919. I.S.B.N. 9781952894367
S.W.A.L.K. Sealed With A Loving Kiss - Irish Romantic Fiction (unpublished). 27,000 Word Novella
by Robert James Bridge | Learn more and buy
THis is Irish Romantic Fiction Set at the time Belfast was occupied by the British Army ie 1970. This is the story of a love that blossoms through all adversity and features a your Irish lass called Margot Giligan.
Kinmel Revisited I.S.B.N. 9781952894367
by Robert James Bridge | Learn more and buy
Of all of my published book this is my premier tome since it was a large part of my love of writing some years ago. It is infact Canadian Historical Fiction and is number one since I have also written another of Canadian Historical Fiction called A Bolt From The Blue. Both books are from true accounts in history using fictional characters,and can be seen or purchased on Draft2Digitial,KDPublishing, googleplay (Books)
Kinmel Revisited by Robert James Bridge
Kinmel Revisited
by Robert James Bridge | Learn more and buy
Although short in todays climate this is infact a true story using fictional characters so as not to offend living relatives. It is my premier tome even though I have other books which includes a four books series of fictional crime. What is great about this books is true and reminds us of those that gave their lives so we could enjoy the lives we have today. I wrote this books when I lived in North Wales , in a village adjacent to Kinmel Army Camp called Bodelwyddan as I stood amongst the gravers with the Maple Leaf Emblem on them .I.S.B.N. 9781952894367 .On googleplay and googlebooks plus kdpublishing and draft2digital and smashwords.
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Ash & Ink (Hornchurch)

A friendly, mixed group of readers who enjoy good stories and great conversation. We read across genres — literary fiction, crime, historical, and the occasional classic — with a focus on books that make you think and feel.

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Spicy Fantasy (Southend-on-Sea)

Exploring Spicy Fantasy books. Open to recommendations.

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Itra (Woodford Green)

I’m an avid book lover who’s always ready to get lost in a captivating story. Some of my all-time favorites include The Alchemist for its timeless wisdom, The Book Thief for its haunting beauty, and The Nightingale for its emotional depth. I’m also a big fan of page-turning thrillers by Riley Sager and the emotional rollercoasters crafted by Colleen Hoover.

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