Book clubs in West Sussex
Below you'll find every active listing we have for book clubs and readers in West Sussex
All listings in West Sussex
Rob (Worthing)
I have recently moved to Worthing. I have started a book club - there are three of us and we would like another two or three members.
Sign in to contactAnnette (Chichester)
I’m a retired teacher and a lifelong book lover — a self-confessed bookaholic who usually has at least one fiction and one non-fiction book on the go. I’m an introvert and neurodivergent, and I really value quiet, low-pressure spaces where people can just enjoy being themselves. I’m exploring the idea of starting a Silent Book Club in Chichester. The idea is simple: bring your own book, read quietly together for a while, and chat afterwards only if you feel like it. There’s no set reading, no pressure to talk, and no “book club homework”. It’s very much aimed at people who love reading but don’t always enjoy traditional book groups — especially introverts, neurodivergent readers, and anyone who likes calm, companionable silence.
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Hildah (Chichester)
I’m a calm, kind person who enjoys quiet moments, good conversations, and getting lost in a good book.
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Hildy (Chichester)
I mostly read romance and love stories with strong chemistry and emotional depth. I’m also into dark romance sometimes, especially books with complex characters. I’d be happy to meet up about once a month. I’m open to making friends through the group and having easy, fun conversations about books. I’d love to get recommendations, share favourites, and also try books I might not usually pick for myself.
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ParadiseLost (Littlehampton)
Looking to join a reading group. I enjoy horror, fiction, fantasy, crime, historical fiction, classics.
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GothictrooperEm (Littlehampton)
The last couple of years I've really got into reading again after years of not knowing what to read. I've finally found my favourite genre, gothic horror and thrillers. I am open to other genres but really love the horror side. I'm looking for a horror book club near me.
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JustReading (Worthing)
Looking to join a book club locally, my favourite genre is horror but I try to read a wide range of genres and authors, my current favourite book is dark matter by Michelle Paver
Sign in to contactLauraB (Pulborough)
I’m 30 years old and am looking to join a book club! I read most genres, however more recently am loving historical fiction and fantasy.
Sign in to contactRen (Worthing)
I love reading and socialising, and would like to join a book club to combine the two. I'm in my 50's and enjoy a variety of genres, particularly fantasy and Sci-fi. I look forward to meeting like-minded new book friends!
Sign in to contactColin (Chichester)
Lover of literature, whether it be classics, thrillers, crime, science fiction, biography, history... Avid listener of the Backlisted podcast. Not so good at meeting people in the wild (socially pretty anxious), so hoping a mutual love of books might build bridges.
Sign in to contactAbigailG2025 (Pulborough)
Looking cor younger women that are interested in a book club that’s accessible for those that work!
Sign in to contactNicola (Arundel)
Would like to join a friendly group, I have more time on my hands now and starting to read more. I’m in my 50’s and enjoy walking my dog and being with my family when not working
Sign in to contactTegan (Chichester)
I’m an introverted autistic woman who is rediscovering my childhood love of reading and I’d love a community alongside that!
Sign in to contactSpaniel Lady (Petworth)
Fiction and non-fiction. Looking to meet like-minded people.
Sign in to contactSylvie O (Haywards Heath)
I like fictional novels from new authors and would be interested in meeting with groups with similar interests.
Sign in to contactMelanie (Chichester)
Reading is basically 99% of my personality at this point ;-) I read almost anything I can escape into… crime, fantasy, romance. I alternate between audible (counting the days until the new Richard Osman downloads on 25 Sep!) and paperback or even Kindle Unlimited for an unknown gem. I’d love to find a book club, it’s been on my “list” for ages and hoping to meet some lovely people and talk about books. Even considering setting up a book club as from a quick peruse on here it seems there are lots of lovely avid readers and just not many actual book clubs. If anyone would like to start a book club with me please do reach out! I am based in Haslemere but happy to travel a little… I’d be hoping to do on a mon, thurs or Fri evening (when my husband will be home for our girls). Anyone fancy a fantasy book club? Romance? Combined ;-) or crime/thriller? Dark fantasy romance thriller ;-)
Sign in to contactKate (Petworth)
I have rediscovered reading in the past free years and usually have 3 books on the go - Kindle, Audio and ‘real’. I’d love to get to know people in my local area as well as chat about books.
Sign in to contactBookworm71 (Burgess Hill)
I am a retired teacher who has always loved reading. I enjoy different genres: romance, detective, historical fiction and non-fiction and magical. Not too keen on sci-fi but happy to give everything a try. I would really like to meet up with other people and have the chance to discuss books with them in a social setting. I see it as a great opportunity to make new friends whilst doing something you really enjoy.
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Clare (Littlehampton)
Looking to join a book group for socialising and explore new interesting reads. I'll mostly go for fantasy, but have been mixing it up recently with murder mystery, nonfiction and have particularly enjoyed the slice of life/fantasy "Legends and Lattes" by Travis Baldree.
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