Book clubs in Essex

Below you'll find every book club we know of in Essex, as well as readers looking for one.

All listings in Essex

Phillps (Basildon)

Seeking a book club

I would love to discuss a good read with similar minds

Annie (Colchester)

Seeking a book club

I love reading series, fantasy, autobiographies, local fiction and old gothic. Would love to read a book and discuss it with a group to see everyone's point of view.

Shannon (Braintree)

Seeking a book club

I've always read books on and off throughout my life and can be a slow reader especially if I can't get into the book. I started with the "classics", then went to crime and thriller and have recently found my way to romantasy, which might be my favourite so far. I'd like to meet like minded people who I can chat to about the books I'm loving and get recommendations for further reading.

Toby (Southend-on-Sea)

Seeking a book club

I mostly read poetry in various formats and genres, but would love to expand in to other types of reading! My most read non-poet authors are William Burroughs and Jack Kerouac. Would love to join a book club or discussion type group, to expand my taste and simply to just find new friends and recommendations!

Sally (Rayleigh)

Seeking a book club

I'm 66, retired through ill health some time ago. Love reading, especially in the summer in the garden. Enjoy most genres apart from real slushy

Jade (Colchester)

Seeking a book club

Ruth (Southend-on-Sea)

Seeking a book club

I’m 22 and have just moved back to southend. Looking to make friends! I enjoy reading literary fiction and translated fiction. I also enjoy writing.

Jade (Colchester)

Seeking a book club

I’m 26, looking for a way to socialise and meet new people. I love fantasy, romatasy, romance and autobiographical books but always willing to branch out. Want a way to make friends, discuss books and reading recommendations.

Emma (Rochford)

Seeking a book club

Would love to find a monthly book club, or someone locally to meet up and talk about books

Dean (Brentwood)

Seeking a book club

Hi, I love reading all sorts but Historical Fiction would have to be my favourite genre. I also do like to read non fiction, about new subjects or learn more about a familiar one. Although in my 50’s I try to learn something new everyday.

Becky (Maldon)

Seeking a book club

Hello, everyone! My name is Becky, and I've recently relocated to this wonderful area. As someone in my late 40s, I've found that nothing quite compares to the excitement of diving into a gripping thriller. I am excited to join a book club and look forward to sharing my passion for suspenseful stories and engaging in lively discussions with fellow book enthusiasts. I'm excited to get to also read books I’d never usually pick myself & meet new people

Melissa (Harlow)

Seeking a book club

I love reading crime thrillers and anything offbeat or with political undertones.

Sarah (Loughton)

Seeking a book club

I am looking to start a book discussion group. We pick a topic out of an hat. and everyone reads a book of their choice on the topic. We get back together and discuss them.

Julie (Rayleigh)

Seeking a book club

I enjoy a range of books and am looking for a group to encourage more diversity in reading but also friendship.

Cee (Colchester)

Seeking a book club

I'm 18 and studying English literature a level. I like reading and find researching literature fascinating. I'm social anxious and don't have many friends.

ben (Hornchurch)

Seeking a book club

never been a reader but want to get into it. not really sure what genres i like but willing to try everything:)

Ceri (Loughton)

Seeking a book club

Love to read and love a good recommendation! Would love to meet like minded locals too to discuss with.

Tanita (Southend-on-Sea)

Seeking a book club

I’m a 26 year old who’s new to the area, moving away from her hometown. I love solo dates with a book in coffee shops but looking to make some friends who can join me! I’m a sucker for a romance with a little bit of spice😁

Geoff (Loughton)

Seeking a book club

I'm a former national newspaper journalist and I did an English literature degree many years ago. Now I'm (semi-)retired I have more time for books. I have just published my first novel (Let Sleeping Secrets Lie). It is the first of a trilogy and I have finished the other two. I would like to be in touch with others in a similar position and with similar interests.