Book clubs in Essex

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

All listings in Essex

John (Clacton-on-Sea)

I like BL books

Laur (Harlow)

I’m 28 and absolutely love reading but don’t always have the time so would enjoy some motivation or suggestions! I mostly enjoy thrillers, mystery and crime fiction but open to trying new genres as well. Would be nice to find people with similar interests :)

Ryan (Epping)

I am 22 years old and live in the Epping/Theydon/Loughton area. Having not read as much these past few years, I would love to get back into a good book. Mainly into historical, non-fiction and fictional crime stories, but very much open to other genres on my way back into reading. Would love to maybe start a new book club for all tastes of interests with others looking to be part of one too.

Ryan recommends:

Inside Alcatraz: My Time on the Rock

by Jim Quillen | Learn more and buy

The book presents a very honest, personal experience of being in one of the most notorious prisons in US history. It covers the author's upbringing and then moves into his time at Alcatraz, highlighting how he got there, and what life was really like on the Rock. Highly recommend to any non-fiction reader.

Lost & found (Maldon)

I am Mark, a 53 year old man and I'm looking to join a book group to expand my mind, enjoy discussion and read good books. I like fantasy and fiction and psychology.

conxreads (Basildon)

I am book obsessed! I love romance fiction and getting into Fantasy!

conxreads recommends:

Powerless

by Lauren Roberts | Learn more and buy

I could not put it down!

Hopeless

by Colleen Hoover | Learn more and buy

Sooooo good! One of my favs

Duck99 (Hornchurch)

Hoping I’m not too shy to join a book club

Bookworm82 (Braintree)

Looking for a local book club to meet people with same interests and make new friends

Mac94 (Harlow)

I love psychological thrillers, murder mystery, historical fiction and tragicomedy. I'd love to meet new people, make friends and talk about great books and other interests.

Mac94 recommends:

Eleanor Oliphant is completely fine

by Gail Honeyman | Learn more and buy

It's okay to break down walls built by grief and trauma. It's okay to say you're not okay. Simple acts of kindness, even by complete strangers can help you do that. I love the author's depiction of the main character in this. Eleanor is tragic yet witty, you can see she has gumption but her morbid routine stops her from doing anything positive with it. This is because she feels unworthy of anything better in life, it is fate and the help of strangers that helps her change that view of herself.

Sophie (Billericay)

New Mum (39) moved to Billericay 8 months ago. Read fiction (thrillers, crime solving, romantacy, contemporary romance).

Anna (Colchester)

I’m in my early 20s and am keen to meet likeminded people my age. I love reading but never give myself the time- I’d like to join a book group to hold me accountable! I enjoy reading a range of genres- fiction and non-fiction- and would enjoy being introduced to something different!

peter (Braintree)

Have recently moved to Essex - good to get acquainted with folk who love books. I try to alternate novels with non-fiction - have recently read "Golden Hill" by Spufford which is top notch historical fiction. Am also keen on aviation, steam railways, military history. Braintree Library has a book group (according to the Net) but crime which is not a genre I read much.

peter recommends:

England, Their England

by A G MacDonell | Learn more and buy

The author is wonderfully sarcastic about the WW1 Western Front in the opening chapter which sets up the premise of what follows. There are some very funny and witty passages. It is "of its time" but a classic I think. A bit Kingsley Amis or P G Wodehouse in tone.

Andy (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.

LostinBooks (Frinton-on-Sea)

Lover of contemporary fiction, fantasy, historical fiction and thrillers. I would love to be able to discuss reads with others and discover new books.

LostinBooks recommends:

The Help

by Kathryn Stockett | Learn more and buy

I have not stopped thinking about this book since I first read it year ago.

Martina (Braintree)

I am not very confident persone and a bit of an introvert, but in general I'm quite a sunny person and friendly, I love to walk, swim and read. I'm a bit shy at the beginning but if i find my person i'm very open and loyal.

Martina (Braintree)

Hello everyone, I'm 32, and I am pretty new to the area since we moved a couple of months ago. Because of my job I haven't be able to make friends. Books are my sweet escape, i love romance/fantasy/dystopian ; some of my favourite books are Fourth Wing, Throne of Glass (the absolute best) & Crescent City. I'm not the best in reviewing books, but i love to talk about them and share my passion. Pilates and coffee runs are also on the table :)

Sarah (Chelmsford)

I love reading, and would love to chat with people about books. I like reading romance and fantasy plus a combination of these. But i will give anything a try as long as it has a good plot line

Amy (Harlow)

I enjoy reading thrillers the more obscure the better. currentley on Lisa Stone but think Ian Mcgregor is a gem. It would be great to meet people with similar intrests in reading and discuss the books.

Bookreader84 (Woodford Green)

Hi I’m in my 30’s a female and looking for a book group near me that is friendly and wants to discuss a wide range of books. I like thrillers, romance and horrors mainly but I am happy to read anything! My all time favourites are the silent patient, the family upstairs and first wife’s shadow. My new favourite author is Adele Parks. I would prefer a book club with only females. I’m a mother with 2 young kids and really want to get back into reading and do something just for myself for a change!

Bookreader84 recommends:

First wife’s shadow

by Adele parks | Learn more and buy

Absolutely thrilling! I could not put it down.

Lizzie (Harwich)

Active lively older creative lady. Enjoys company and discussing books!

Matt (Colchester)

Hello, my name is Matt, in my early 40s, I have recently moved to near Manningtree where I dont know many people and I am trying to experience new things in this all too short life. Looking to reinvigorate my old love of reading which has sadly taken a back seat in recent years to looking at my phone/the Internet. I like to read anything really from non fiction books about historical events such as wars etc to good fiction to autobiographies or anything really. Be great to meet a like minded person who would like to connect (whether in person or online) and discuss books/reading recommendations etc.