Book clubs in Essex

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

All listings in Essex

Daniel (Basildon)

I like the genres Sci-Fi, Action, Adventure, Fantasy & Romance. I'd like to meet up with new people and make some friends who also love reading.

Elliot (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.

John (Harlow)

Looking to join a book group, or start one. Can commute from Roydon.

Piper (Harlow)

Hi... I love romance books(they're normally sapphic but I love m/f ones too!). I'm still finding myself and finding what i love to read - so i'm really down to read any genre. I don't have any friends who love to read so I would just love to talk about books with other people(because at the moment I rant to my cats about what I read lol) =D

Jubson (Epping)

Although I like crime fiction and historical novels I’d like to explore other genres and learn how to critique a book. I’m afraid I’m not a fan of romance!

Evie 🦥 (Southend-on-Sea)

I am 18 years old. My favourite genres are romance, literary fiction and thrillers.

Maddie (Braintree)

Hi, I'm Maddie. I'm 27 and looking to be able to enthuse about books with others. I have recently moved into the area so would be nice to make some local friends. I read quite a lot of fantasy, romance and greek mythology but some of my favourite books are from other genres.

Maddie recommends:

Glorious Exploits

by Ferdia Lennon | Learn more and buy

It is funny and shocking and heart-wrenching all at the same time.

Rita (Rochford)

Friendly, easy to talk to. I love reading and would really like to join a book club with a few people where we could all take it in turn to choose a variety of books and chat about them.

T (Southend-on-Sea)

Hi, I’m 24, and I enjoy most types of fiction. Looking to meet some people who I can get along with, and have some common interests with

Al (Chelmsford)

I am 21. I like to read most genres to be honest but I suppose I tend to favour fantasy, sci-fi and (mainly queer) romance. I'm also starting a philosophy degree so I would also enjoy talking to anyone interested in that too. My main areas of interest with that are Ancient philosophers (particularly Greek), Free Will and Theology. I want to get better at actually describing what I like or dislike about a book, rather than just reading it and moving on to the next one.

Marie (Saffron Walden)

A woman in my late twenties who’s an avid reader of romance, fantasy, the classics and sometimes dabbles in thriller! Hoping to join a book club with similar tastes. Last Read: Abby Jiminez Say You’ll Remember Me, Current Read: The Priory of the Orange Tree, Next Read: The Housemaid :)

KWS (Ilford)

Interested in reading more and learning from other book enthusiasts in the local area.

David478 (Southminster)

An avid reader eager to have the opportunity to discuss good literature with others.

Kelly (Colchester)

I'm 36 and I love books, true crime, romance, comedy, autobiographys and so many others.

Morgan Smith (Chelmsford)

i love romance with spice🤣 i love psychological thrillers i like easy reads i also like books about it philosophy and books that make you think

Harrison (Brentwood)

Hiya, I'm a 23-year-old new to the area who is looking to make friends and discuss books we've read. I generally like fiction (e.g. historical fiction, romance, science fiction etc...) although open to most things really! Looking to meet up once a month or so (flexible), would be very informal I am not a high-brow intellectual haha. I'm super friendly and chilled I promise - very reassuring I know.

Harrison recommends:

The Secret History

by Donna Tartt | Learn more and buy

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.

Samj (Basildon)

I'm someone who reads non fiction books but not loads. Would like to join a group to broaden my horizon in different types of books.

Bex (Billericay)

I'm 26, I moved to the area about a year ago and would love to meet new people! I read mostly fiction books and am open to most genres, although I usually gravitate towards historical fiction or romance books :)

Bex recommends:

The Green Mile

by Stephen King | Learn more and buy

I read this book years ago, and it's always the one I recommend to anybody who asks. I couldn't put it down!

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!