Book clubs in Kent

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

All listings in Kent

Added 26 days ago

Mark (Sandwich)

Hi I'm male 45. Thought I'd try a book club. I need to read more books. Looking for reading friends

Added 26 days ago

Mark (Ramsgate)

Hi I'm male 45. Thought I'd try a book club. I need to read more books.

Added 30 days ago

Adrian (Dartford)

I'm Adrian, 63, a keen reader of all kinds of books, mostly fiction. I enjoy genres such as social commentary, mystery and horror as well as spy novels, and I absolutely love a good courtroom drama. I'm also a fan of poetry, both classic and modern. Recent books include - The Prince of Tides by Pat Conroy, Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, Dracula by Bram Stoker, You Are Here by David Nicholls, and 'The Husbands' by Holly Gramazio. My all-time favourite book, is 'The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists' by Robert Tressell. I'd enjoy being challenged to read outside of my 'preferred' authors/styles and I'd enjoy discussing and unpacking aspects and themes with others.

Adrian recommends:

The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists

by Robert Tressell | Buy this book

It's a shocking, alarming (and often funny) exploration of the lives of the working classes in Edwardian Britain. There are many topics addressed in the book that resonate today... the 'deserving poor' vs the 'undeserving poor' the self-serving nature of (some) politicians, the narrowness of available political options, short term employment and what we now call zero hour contracts, and the hypocrisy of the Church and other 'charitable' institutions.

Laura (Maidstone)

Hello, my name is Laura and im 34 and a mum of 4, 3 girls and a little boy :-) I love to read when I have the chance when our homelife has settled down in the evenings.

Rome (Rochester)

Late 20s, lover of romance, fantasy and any combination of the two. I also enjoy literary fiction novels and a good thriller. I'd love to discuss a book over a glass of wine and some nibbles.

Jayne Stapley (Ashford (Kent))

69yrs, retired, i love reading, love to escape into a book, prefer reading than watching a film that a book may have been turned into.

Jaynie (Ashford (Kent))

My name is Jayne, I have always loved reading from a young age, I like the idea of reading books that other people find interesting and recommend, when I read the back of a book to get the idea of the story it has to grab my attention if it doesn’t I don’t read it but I have been told persevere and see what happens, I am interested to know what other readers think and talking about a book with other people interests me me as well.

Ellie (Sittingbourne)

I’m a 27 year old female in the Sittingbourne/Maidstone area. I love reading romance/fantasy but find it hard to get out reading slumps. Would love to meet with people who have similar interests and hope this can help me be more consistent with reading

Laura (Swanley)

I like horror, sci-fi, thrillers and true crime but am open to reading different genres. I would like to join a group in the Swanley area that meets at least twice a month in the evening to discuss books and have a laugh

Roses_97 (Maidstone)

I’m Jess, 28yo and new to the Ditton/Aylesford area. I am looking to join a book club as I have loved reading since I was a child. Starting from Harry Potter and Narnia, up until more recently with Fourth Wing and Crescent City. I absolutely LOVE fantasy genres, but also enjoy a Frieda McFadden thriller book too! It would be great to join a club who shares my passion and meet new people in the area

Roses_97 recommends:

House of Earth and Blood

by Sarah J. Maas | Buy this book

The world building and twists throughout the book. It does start out slow but worth it.

Jayne (Ashford (Kent))

I am 69 yrs, recently moved back to Kent, I have always loved reading, go through stages of reading for a period of time, then stop, then pick up again, I am finding recently I pick books that sound interesting but once I start reading they aren’t so much anymore, I have also picked books that are ‘easy reading’ but I think my tastes is changing, I would like to know from other readers books they find interesting and can recommend, I am open to giving any type of book a try!

Katie (Ramsgate)

Looking for book club in sandwich

Billie (Rochester)

I am a 34 year old woman who loves to read. I like a good mix of genres that include romance, fantasy and thriller—especially if it comes with a really good twist. Give me magic, spooky vibes, chaotic characters, or a surprise ending, and I’m happy. I would love to join a book club, to chat about shocking moments, debate favorite characters, and discover new stories that keep us all flipping pages way too late at night! If there are any book clubs in the Medway town area, then please let me know. Thanks x

ReadingPerson (Canterbury)

Hi. I'm 17f and I'm looking for people around my age and I like mystery/fantasy/action/romance books. Nothing super sad and whilst I do like a Romantasy, I'm not a fan of ticktock/smutty books and I love action books with great friendships. I loved 'The night circus' and 'Good Omens' and 'The Witcher' and 'Anne of Green Gables' (my childhood!) to give an overview of my general style.

sophiakhan4 (Rochester)

Hi - would just like to do something social and like reading and discussing books! Am 51 (but don't know how), have 2 kids, and have lived abroad till recently. Wondering what's up in Medway! PS: Some books I like: Frankenstein (Mary Shelley), The Handmaid's Tale (Margaret Atwood), Wool (Hugh Howey), The Time Traveler's Wife (Audrey Niffenegger), Jane Eyre (Charlotte Bronte), Crooked Kingdom (Leigh Bardugo), Hunger Games (Suzanne Collins)

Cat (Sevenoaks)

I really enjoy reading and would love to find a book club around Borough Green that fits around my working schedule.

Cat recommends:

The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue

by V. E. Schwab | Buy this book

It's a great fantasy book, not my usual style but has become my favorite book. I enjoyed the writing itself that makes you feel like you're part of the story. The story itself is very interesting and explores a lot of interesting themes.

Petrus (Canterbury)

Interested in English, Dutch, French writing in translation and original language. Originally from the Netherlands and keeping up with its writers, but long enough in the UK to describe myself as bilingual. And having some time in French, let’s add that to the list of interests!

Petrus recommends:

Grand Hotel Europe

by Ilja Pfeijffer | Buy this book

Fascinating insight into the decline of the West as it becomes of historic interest to the rest of the world. A great novel about art, Venice, love and crime. It’s all there!

Hope (Sidcup)

Love reading romance / fantasy booktok vibes

Laura (Gravesend)

Hello, I'm 34 years old, recently moved to Gravesend from Australia. Have always enjoyed reading but this year have read more than ever. I enjoy a variety of genres mostly murder mysteries, romance, non-fiction, pop fiction with a preference towards female authors. Am keen discover different genres to what I have previously exposed myself to.

Laura recommends:

Remarkably Bright Creatures

by Shelby Van Pelt | Buy this book

A story of hope and healing

Lessons in Chemistry

by Bonnie Garmus | Buy this book

Strong, lovable characters, explores feminist themes well

BookishBonacci (Maidstone)

Hi there, I am Victoria, 34 years old living in Aylesford Kent. Married, no children yet, full time job. Reading is my passion, its my escape and its my favourite thing to do. As a 90s kid, it started with Harry Potter, lord of the rings and has turned into a love for pretty much anything. My first love would be Fantasy/ Romanacy (Throne of glass will always be my ride or die) but i do like thrillers and i do want to dive into crime and horror. Nothing is off the table. I enjoy reaching out to indie authors also. I would like to connect and make some friends, its hard to make friends when your older and they say to get friends you need a hobby and outside of the gym and work, reading is all i do. So here i am!