Book clubs in Essex

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

All listings in Essex

Alicia (Billericay)

Im 26 and just moved to the area, working in London and will give any book and any genre a go, have recently rediscovered my teenage love for fantasy in acotar and cannot wait to carry on reading more books

Mags (Loughton)

Active almost retiree. Like reading Ann Tyler. Clare Chambers but happy to read any good writing.

Sophie (Southend-on-Sea)

I am 25 years old. I love romance and fantasy books. I love to read but none of my friends do so I am looking to speak and discuss books with others who like to read. I am open to trying other fiction genres as well, just romance and fantasy are my favs.

Sophie recommends:

The Unhoneymooners

by Christina Lauren | Learn more and buy

This book I could not put down and read it in one night! I just love the whole "enemies" to lovers scenario and just feel in love with the characters. It has sparked a love for the authors as well as I have read a couple of their books since The Unhoneymooners since and have loved them also.

Lauren (Harlow)

Im a book worm and a crafter too. Love both hobbies but I love reading more.

Lauren recommends:

Mistborn

by Brandon sanderson | Learn more and buy

Unique world building , unbelievable plot twists, emotional and it's written by Brandon Sanderson

Dungeon crawler carl

by Matt Dinniman | Learn more and buy

LitRPG book. Hilarious. The audiobook book to this makes it so much better

Shadow Hunters

by Cassandra Clare | Learn more and buy

All the shadow hunter books (20 in the main series) . They are just heart wrenching , exciting, past paced and great story line.

The Poppy Wars

by R F Kuang | Learn more and buy

If you like emotionally damaging books this is for you . Want your heart wrenched out of your chest read an RF Kuang book. this is just top tier writing.

Blood Over Bright Haven

by M L Wang | Learn more and buy

The same author as The Sword Of Kaigen. Another author that likes to emotionally damage yoj. This one of the best dark acadamia books I've read in a while.

Becky (Maldon)

Hello, everyone! My name is Becky, and I've recently relocated to this wonderful area. As someone in my late 40s, I've found that nothing quite compares to the excitement of diving into a gripping thriller. I am excited to join a book club and look forward to sharing my passion for suspenseful stories and engaging in lively discussions with fellow book enthusiasts. I'm excited to get to also read books I’d never usually pick myself & meet new people

Lilsreads (Rayleigh)

Just a 33 year old who has always been obsessed with all books romancey, dark romance (yes please to spice) , Fantasy and otherworldly paranormal genres! -- okay I'm just ganna say it I recently fell down the booktok hole (i know I know! But the fan art is sooo good!) and I'm loving every minute of these books, (not even sorry ha!) and would lovvvvve for other like minded people to chat with, my social life consists of reading in my dressing gown like a grannie giggling to the plot lines and there are times I wish I had someone/a group to giggle with and swoon with and scream passionately about plot lines with! Looking for a book club maybe or online connections! I just moved back to the area and it would be great to do something social

Colleen (Harlow)

I'm looking to join a book club to encourage myself to read more. I use to read lots but now find myself mindlessly scrolling through social media.. I like what I call friendly crime such as Richard Osman and Agatha Christie.

Claire (Southend-on-Sea)

33 year old who has recently gotten into books again! I really enjoy romance, dark romance (current fixation), fantasy and horror books. Looking to connect with people who are also book lovers and to share recommendations and get out of my comfort zone!

Myriam (Frinton-on-Sea)

Good afternoon I am fairly flexible when it comes to genres although I do not enjoy 'Court Cases' books. I was recently widowed and was a full-time carer for my husband for the past 3 years which I found very isolating. I would welcome meeting like-minded people to discover and discuss a variety of books. I would like to meet once a week if possible I look forward to hearing from you. Regards Myriam Ayling

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!!

Penny (Hornchurch)

Avid reader but nothing too heavy, psychological thrillers , murder mystery’s , anything a bit mysterious and funny is always good, I liked too close by Natalie Daniel’s I’m enjoying ‘the list of suspicious things “by jennie Godfrey at the moment I like the idea of being introduced to different genres of read and meeting like minded people for some social interaction too.

Ellie💗 (Wickford)

Hi I’m Ellie , I love reading romance and fantasy. Would love new recommendations. My favourite books are fourth wing, a court of thorns and roses

Suzie19j (Rochford)

Hi, I’m Suzie! I’m both a passionate reader and an author, and I’ve always loved getting lost in the pages of a great story. Fantasy is my favourite genre—I love exploring magical worlds, rich lore, and unforgettable characters. I’m looking to join a book group to connect with fellow book lovers, share recommendations, and dive into exciting discussions. There’s nothing better than talking about books with people who love them just as much!

Sue book reader (Basildon)

I’m looking to make friends with ladies around my age 56, I love horror books a comedy

Eliz (Basildon)

25 year old in Basildon I enjoy reading romance and fantasy

Katie (Wickford)

Hi I’m Katie, 36 from Wickford. I love thriller, romantasy and fantasy books and am just getting into romance/ dark romance. I would love to join a local book club or meet people to chat about books with! Xx

Anna (Hornchurch)

Hello, I am polish (50), but I read English book as well. I am looking for some other people interested to join the Book club, some metering, coffee etc. I am from this area live in Hornchurch, but don’t many people here. Hapy to find some friends.

Nikki (Brentwood)

Im Nikki, 56, married, 3 children. Interested in horror and light hearted reads.

Emily (Hockley)

28F from Hullbridge I love fantasy romance books primarily, I’d love to meet other people with similar genre interests so I can finally have people to discuss the books with

darren (Harlow)

Reading is a huge hobbies of mine, love fantasy, sci-fy, murder and detective books! looking for like minded people to share reading adventures with, discuss up coming releases, discover new ideas for books to read!