Book clubs in Hampshire

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

All listings in Hampshire

Joseph (Portsmouth)

I'm a mood reader and can be quite shy; hoping to make friends with people, find new books to read and just generally socialise with someone; I don't always connect with people very well but hoping to change this - small groups are my preference and quieter environments allow me to open up more. I like most things circumstantially. I've read most works by Plutarch and Tactics but I have read other works like Nietzsche and Schopenhauer and John Steinbech as well as Plato and Kafka (and more); I am open to most ideas.

Joseph recommends:

Easy of Eden

by John Steinbech | Buy this book

I cannot quite explain this book truly but in me it elicited and awful array of emotions of mostly sadness and upset and without spoilers, granted me further understanding of the psychological underpinnings of humans which were found growing here in this book, finally relating to my experience -- some of the scenes made me choke. --; this book in every moment paints the awful loneliness and naive imbecility of humanity and it's shattering disillusionment and final self-destruction from it's black state of despair. --- If this book paints such an image because I am not this gloomy!

Liv (Havant)

I love romantasy, dark romances and fantasy as well as the occasional crime thriller. I’d like to meet up with others who also love these books.

Lauraah (Basingstoke)

Hi, I'm Laura, 35 from Basingstoke. Looking to get more sociable and join a book club or meet with people who enjoy reading. I am not very social but i am trying to get myself out there and make some friends along the way. I like romantasy and dark romance but also fantasy.

Lauraah recommends:

The Edge of Darkness Trilogy

by Leigh Rivers | Buy this book

It is emotional, traumatic and made me feel my feelings. I was up reading this until 3am every night.

Saf (Southampton)

Hi! I am looking to bond / connect over the love of books!!! Love fiction and romance, but happy to delve outside of this!

Bex (Fareham)

I never really liked reading while in my school years, but once that finished, I started reading and did not stop until I had 100 books read in one year. I enjoy different styles of genres, but tend to stick to fiction. I’m looking forward to meet with groups of people that enjoy storytelling as much as reading.

Bex recommends:

The Girl on the Train

by Paula Hawkins | Buy this book

It’s a whodunnit, but with a twist. The Girl on the Train is less about clever clues and more about unreliable perspectives, psychological tension, and slowly uncovering the truth.

The Tattooist of Auschwitz

by Heather Morris | Buy this book

Based on the true story of Holocaust survivor Ludwig (Lale) Sokolov, it portrays his experiences as the tattooist at the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp. Highly emotional book.

Michael (Basingstoke)

I’m drawn to darker, offbeat literary fiction — the kind of books that are a little strange, psychologically intense, or stylistically ambitious. I love stories that spark discussion and sit with you long after you’ve finished them. I’m not a literary expert by any means, but I’d really like to develop a more critical eye and dig deeper into what makes a book work. Mostly, I’m hoping to find thoughtful, like-minded people who enjoy both good conversation and the social side of reading.

Lydia (Fareham)

I am looking to make new friends after recently moving home from university. My favourite genres are romance, romantasy & historical fiction! I love trying new genres though! I am starting a book club details

Lydia recommends:

In Memoriam

by Alice Winn | Buy this book

My favourite book of all time!

Chas (Southampton)

active 90, love reading anything (fiction or faction) ,good to meet younger friends and chat retired medical background , based Bitterne Park Southampton

Just me (Alton)

Just allowing a good book, with a cup of tea, to forget

Deborah (Alton)

I’ve just lost my Dad but in his last few years found a book club in Overton- I absolutely enjoy historical novels, Hilary Mantel, Emily Brontë and CJ Samson for his character, Shardlake More reading, keep the mind alert and celebrating a good read

Deborah recommends:

Wuthering Heights

by Emily Bronte | Buy this book

As always, there is a real reason to pick up a good classic- a film adaptation. Don’t watch the film just be reminded that it’s a sad story about a person that truly loved someone

Northanger Abbo

by Jane Austen | Buy this book

Because Emily and Jane Austen were alive at a time when Mrs Radcliffe was a popular read and when we were at war, Napoleon

Huntyb96 (Andover)

29 year old women looking for a book club or group of people who like romantasy. Preferably in the Newbury area to get out of the same old towns.

Juliana (Southampton)

Hi, my name is Juliana and I am a book lover! I really want to find a book club near me.

BookReader118 (Farnborough)

Hiii, I am BookReader118! Ive recently just got back into reading. Currently reading Abroad in Japan by Chris Broad, and I am finding it hilarious! Would love to read a book and share thoughts with someone.

BookReader118 recommends:

Divergent

by Veronica Roth | Buy this book

The female empowerment theme! Really helped me believe in my self back in the day!

Emmanuel Ibeh (Portsmouth)

Hi, I'm 26 years old and I've enjoyed reading books since I was 22. My favourite types of books are philosophy, self-help or psychology - a standout being The subtle art of not giving a f***. In terms of fiction books, I've enjoyed haruki murakami, Dostoevsky and Jane Austen

Rose (Romsey)

Hi, I’m Rose, 30, love reading and would like to get into more hobbies alongside this. Would love to meet a group of people who share a passion for reading too and have depth to them. A little book club or something of the kind would be a dream to join. Drop me a message if you feel similar :)

Dan (Portsmouth)

I am an aspiring author of YA Fantasy, looking for Beta readers to ready my debut novel.

Reading between the wines🍷📚 (Basingstoke)

Relaxed group suitable for any age. If you have a love for reading & wine this group is for you! Regular book recommendations alongside virtual meet ups for discussion and a chat and the occasional social gathering!

Morgan (Basingstoke)

Interested in crime, mystery & romance novels. Looking to join or start a book club which would allow regular meet ups & recommendations.

Carole (Petersfield)

Recently retired secondary English teacher who misses engaging with literature.

B-B Reader (Basingstoke)

I’m a 50ish northerner who’d like to discover some different authors & genres & meet some fellow bookworms. I’ve been reading easy chick-lit for too long.