Book clubs in Essex

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

All listings in Essex

Jodi (Basildon)

Hi I am a woman in my 40s who has always loved reading and mostly used to read thrillers, my favorite author of this genre being Karen Slaughter. However recently I have wanted to try reading some of the classics having just finished George Orwell’s 1984 an Animal farm which were both amazing, and I am loving working my way through my new classic reading list! I don’t know many other people who love reading like I do and would love to join a group and meet likeminded people and discover more genres and books that I haven’t tried yet.

Jodi recommends:

East of Eden

by John Steinbeck | Buy this book

It’s so different to anything I have read before, I love the depth of all the characters, the details in the authors descriptions of environment and the way the main characters change but you remain invested in all of them.

George (Colchester)

Hi, I am 27 and always happy to chat about books! I already attend a book club in Colchester but I am open to join more or even chat with other book-lovers over coffee. I live in the Colchester/Ipswich area. I like fantasy, thriller and occasionally historical non-fiction but could likely be persuaded to read from any genre.

George recommends:

Perdido Street Station

by China Miéville | Buy this book

Fantastic worldbuilding & always great to read fantasy that isn't afraid to move away from the common tropes of the genre!

WayneB (Harwich)

I have recently written my first short story. I have had the idea in my heads for over 10 years and worked on it in fragments. My step-son did a film degree and started me on this path. Originally I was writing a screenplay for him to look at making but as i recently got into more i decided my turn it into a story. I have been off work recently due to operations. This has given me the time to revisit the story. I do not have any school qualification as I dont complete school. I know my spelling and grammar need work but my wife and step-son have been helpful, albeit maybe a little biase. I would like to know where my story lands and how other people do theirs.

Heena (Romford)

Hello - i would like to get back in to reading and talk about what i have read with like minded people. I like reading crime or thriller but open to suggestions

Heena recommends:

A time to Kill

by John Grisham | Buy this book

his first novel about southern America and the complexity that go with that - this was the book that got me in to reading

Daniel (Basildon)

I like sci-fi, action, adventure, romance. Would like to meet up once in a while to discuss which great books we've read.

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.

stacey (Westcliff-on-Sea)

I'm 39, drifted apart from people and the friends I have left I rarely see so looking to meet new people. I spend all my time reading so a great way would be to join a book club! I read pretty much anything but I do love a psychological thriller

LoveReading (Rayleigh)

Female 25, looking to get back into reading and attend a book club to get involved with reading and hopefully make some new friends in the process 😇

Ellis (Brentwood)

I’m someone who enjoys thoughtful reading and good conversation, and I’d love to join a book group to explore books that offer depth, insight, and a bit of joy.

Sophie (Billericay)

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

Roisin (Barking)

Interested in joining a book club, 31 years old looking to make new friends and read new genres. Currently into crime novels.

SALLAY (Grays Thurrock)

Hello I am a black woman, age 40 and when I was younger I loved reading and want ro get back in to this. I love motivation books, mistress, crime and suspense.

Emma (Epping)

I’m excited to have more free time for reading this year. I usually read crime, thrillers, general fiction or autobiographies but would love to join a group to encourage me to read different genres and enjoy them with others.

Rosy’s Reading Realm (Great Dunmow)

I am in my book era, especially fantasy and romance and I desperately want to make more friends I can talk to about books!!

Dani (Basildon)

Hi! I recently moved to Basildon and the area is completely new to me. I was looking for a book club and ended up here. :) In my 20s I used to read lots of fantasy and classic literature, now (30 something) I mostly read fiction, self development, thriller and romance books but I am a bookworm at heart and very open minded about recommendations! Would love to meet new people that share my love for books and art in general, maybe create a new book club at the local library or coffee shops. Feel free to message me if you’d be interested to form a book club in Basildon ☺️

Dani recommends:

Butter

by Asako Yuzuki | Buy this book

What’s there not to love about this book? Left me hanging for the whole 500+ pages!

Women living deliciously

by Florence Given | Buy this book

This book inspires women to be the most authentic version of themselves. I love the author and she is a true inspiration for me!

Kirsty (Maldon)

I've very much enjoyed being part of a book group as it has encouraged me to read a range of authors and genres. I'm always surprised how many different view points there can be on each book! I've now moved locations and would love to meet and discuss with others locally.

Kirsty recommends:

The Names

by Florence Knapp | Buy this book

Just finished this thought provoking book considering the impact of a single decision when choosing a name

Maggie (Woodford Green)

I am such a big book lover, recently finding my passion again for it in the within the last 2 years. My favourite genre is thriller, a big fan of Riley Sager, Freida McFadden, Jennifer Hillier, Karin Slaughter... Too be honest the list is endless. I am 33 years old in a relationship but living on my own with my small dog Layla. I am happy to host a book club or become part of a current one. Also open to trying new genres if anyone has any recommendations. Would really love to relay my passion of reading onto other and be able to open discussions regarding much loved reads of mine.

Maggie recommends:

Pretty Girls

by Karin Slaugher | Buy this book

This is a fairly long book... but my god I could not put it down. Karin Slaughters writing is just pure genius. I have know idea how she creates the plots and twist. You will no regret reading any novels by her.

BookDragon83 (Dagenham)

I have quite an eclectic taste in books, I am currently in my Romantasy Era. I enjoy the classics, Austen, Bronte, Dickens and still love a bit of young adult Romantasy too. I love collecting sprayed edge books but also enjoy reading on my kindle and personalising it with inserts and stickers. Would love to discuss books and recommendations to add to my ever growing TBR.