Book clubs in Essex

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

All listings in Essex

Biel (Ilford)

Cautious, conversational open minded. Looking for a book club to read classic literature (books which are one thousand pages or so)

Biel recommends:

Solenoid

by Mircea cartescu | Buy this book

It's basically proust and gabriel garcia marquez mixed into one

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.

Catherine (Westcliff-on-Sea)

Hi. I’ve just moved into the area and looking forward to join a book club. I’m interested in romance, mysteries / murder, and espionage

Poeticcrybaby (Southend-on-Sea)

I love romance, thrillers, mystery and young adult books! Meet up wise once a month would be nice to just discuss whatever book were reading or even read one together and meet once fortnightly.

Jcom26 (Southend-on-Sea)

Love reading. Enjoy sharing and discussing recommendations.

Ronald (Grays Thurrock)

I am a retired banker and IT specialist who started tracing his family history 10 years ago. I have researched my family extensively and have started writing a series of books about them. One has just been published whilst another is currently going through the editing process. I'm seeking to share my experiences with others who might have similar inclinations and to market my output.

Ronald recommends:

Why I'm not King of England, or anywhere else for that matter

by Colderon Fitzstanley | Buy this book

It sheds light on the many different paths that genealogy might lead you down whilst highlighting the problems that have beset mankind since time began.

Rebecca (Maldon)

30 year old with a lot going on in life. Looking for a book club that focuses on psychological thrillers, murder mysteries and I'm not opposed to a little fantasy here and there providing it's not YA. In the Maldon area.

Amy Ellen (Harlow)

I am obsessed with reading but especially thrillers and crime fiction at the moment but I also love contemporary fiction, translated fiction and dystopian fiction. I would love to be able to discuss the books I’m reading as not a lot of people around me read

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!

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 | Buy this book

This book is a beautiful coming of the story, with great character depth and a relavant and compelling storyline

Alison (Southend) (Southend-on-Sea)

Hi, I'm 46 and live in Southend. I love reading psychological thrillers and romantic fiction with a twist. Looking for book recommendations and to chat to new people.

BookDragon97 (Dagenham)

contemporary new adult fiction poetry classic literature. I'm looking to make friends in my area who like to read as much as I do.

BookDragon97 recommends:

Anxious People

by Fredrik Backman | Buy this book

The characters feel real and it explores the way people desire connection in ways that are very true to life.

BookishLiv21 (Rayleigh)

Hi my name is Liv. My favourite genre is thrillers and mysteries and I’m trying to connect with people who live in the same area that reads the same genres!

BookishLiv21 recommends:

The phantom child

by AJ WILLS | Buy this book

Perfect thriller, page turner and keeps you guessing to the very end!

Emjay661 (Harlow)

My name's Emma, I'm 37 and I love reading fantasy, romantasy and other books that are based on true stories, I'm looking to join a book club and make new friends.

Emjay661 recommends:

Ink blood sister scribe

by Emma torzs | Buy this book

It's about magic books and it's really good so far

Mish reads alot 75 (Maldon)

Hello I’m in my forties and love to read . I have lived in this area for a while and think it’s time to start expanding my social circle and interests . Reading is my passion, especially thrillers and mysteries

Hannah (Rochford)

21 year old from Rochford. lover of all kinds of books Mostly enjoy crime, romance, fantasy, thriller, mystery books. Always wanted to join a book club

Millie Marie (Clacton-on-Sea)

I love romance and fantasy. Authors like Ana huang and Lucy score. Fourth wing and the actor series. Would love some book friends!

Jessica96 (Colchester)

I’m Jess, I’m 28 and looking to meet new friends who are also book worms like me! I love crime thrillers and romance.

Millie (Leigh-on-Sea)

Looking for spaces to talk about books and get recs - Books clubs near Benfleet/Hadleigh - Thrillers/Fantasy/Literary Fiction

Alison (Southend-on-Sea)

Hi, I’m 46 and live in Southend. I love reading psychological thrillers and romantic fiction with a twist. Looking for book recommendations and to chat to new people.