Book clubs in Chichester

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

Added 11 days ago

Annette

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.

Annette recommends:

There Are Rivers In the Sky

by Elif Shafak | Buy this book

Engaging characters whose lives echo across time and place, from Ancient Mesopotamia to 21st-century London.

Added 12 days ago

Hildah

I’m a calm, kind person who enjoys quiet moments, good conversations, and getting lost in a good book.

Hildah recommends:

Archer's voice

by Mia Sheridan | Buy this book

The storyline

Added 12 days ago

Hildy

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.

Hildy recommends:

Archer's voice

by Mia Sheridan | Buy this book

The storyline

Colin

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.

Tegan

I’m an introverted autistic woman who is rediscovering my childhood love of reading and I’d love a community alongside that!

Melanie

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 ;-)

Kim

I am an avid reader, mainly crime thrillers and romances but most genres. I am also an author. My debut novel, The Refugee.

Laurel

Love reading all sorts of different types of books, love to talk about them!

Louisa - Ems

Looking for book recommendations and people to drink coffee with and chat books

ev_palmer04

I love reading! my favourite genres include fantasy, romantasy, and romance but I'm totally open to reading other genres - I have been known to enjoy thrillers and crime thrillers. I'm looking for my next few reads that I'll actually enjoy - currently getting my next reads from Goodreads and booktok

ev_palmer04 recommends:

Fourth Wing

by Rebecca Yarros | Buy this book

The romance is secondary! and the plot is really enjoyable and I really loved the main character. Also before Fourth Wing I'd never enjoyed books or stories that involved dragons but Yarros does it such a good way that I started to miss reading about the dragon characters in other books.

A Good Girl's Guide to Murder

by Holly Jackson | Buy this book

It took me so long to read this book because of the EPQ sections but I found myself starting to prefer those sections towards the end of the book. I love Pip and Ravi; and the mystery element in this book is incredible

Jo

I have recently moved back to the area after living abroad and would love to meet new people and connect over books and coffee (or wine!) 52 years old and work from home so it would be lovely to connect with new people who love reading and books! I like most genres, mostly thrillers, fiction, family drama, romance and historical fiction.

Beth

I love to read a variety of books - including crime, thriller, horror, fantasy, sci-fi, etc. would love to be able to talk to people about these books and also to connect with other readers.

Anna

I am interested in meeting other people with a love of reading, I particularly enjoy fantasy novels.

Anna recommends:

Assassin's Apprentice

by Robin Hobb | Buy this book

Absolutely beautiful writing style, so descriptive, fell in love with every character!!!

Jane

I used to read a lot but have got out of the habit over the past few years! Am hoping that a book club would encourage me to read more, and also explore new authors and genres.

Harriet90

Recently moved to Chichester and would love to meet people with similar interests. I mainly read romance, thrillers, self development and biographies. BIG fan of anything booktok 🤩

Harriet90 recommends:

Out on a Limb

by Hannah Bonam-Young | Buy this book

I LOVED this one! The banter, romance and friendships were perfect

KL

Stephen Butler

I am keen to join a book club. My particular interest is history, specifically early CE, through to medieval. I also read a wide range of fiction, often found by reading reviews and browsing bookshops.

Millie

I love all types of books. Looking for similar aged (30s) people to natter and drink coffee with.

Millie recommends:

7 husbands of Evelyn Hugo

by Jenkins Reid | Buy this book

Opened my eyes to reading. Something for everyone

Laura

Book worm - looking for a local book clubs ages 20-40

Henry

I’m Henry, I enjoy reading a variety of books my favourites are often biographies. I’m looking to join a book club because I don’t know anyone I can discuss my love of books with. I’m currently studying finance,math,engineering and history

Henry recommends:

Mao

by Jung Chang | Buy this book

A biography that deeply delves into Mao’s mind and personality.

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