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

Benf (Chelmsford)

Seeking a book club

I need to make more time for reading, and I think being in a group helps to motivate me. I enjoy most genres, particularly horror and science fiction, and I really like the experience of reading alongside others and discussing our thoughts and reactions to the books.

Lucy (Rayleigh)

Seeking a book club

I’m Lucy, I’m 32 and enjoy literary fiction, romance, crime thrillers and fantasy. I live in Hullbridge near Rayleigh. Looking to meet new people. Based in Hullbridge, Essex

Lucy recommends:

In a a Thousand Different Ways

by Cecilia Ahern | Learn more and buy

It’s well written, immersive and quite unique and gave me new perspectives.

Ruby (Saffron Walden)

Seeking a book club

in my early 20s love reading romance but wanting to broaden my horizons last read was daydreamer by Hannah Grace. Would love to connect!

Erin (Chelmsford)

Seeking a book club

I'm 19, and I obviously love reading. I especially love fantasy, romance and literary books, but I'm open to reading anything. I looking to connect with other young adults and teens who love reading x

Lacie (Harlow)

Seeking a book club

I’m lacie! I’m 14 years old and have been obsessed with books for 2 years! I’ve always wanted to share my passion for books with people and hopefully make friends!

Lacie recommends:

Binding 13

by Chloe Walsh | Learn more and buy

The plot. The characters. Johnny Kavanagh. Period.

Booked Up! (Loughton)

Book club

We read from Time Magazine's All-Time 100 Novels so that we always have interesting book to read and discuss, it’s a mix of genres so something for everyone (at some point). If you don’t want to read the book of the month I suggest reading something else by the same author or picking something of the same genre by a different author so you can add another viewpoint into the discussion. The point of the group isn’t just to read things you wouldn’t usually – it’s also to have interesting discussions when we get together. We meet on the fourth Wednesday evening of each month at The Standard, 126 High Road, Loughton. There is parking to the side and behind the pub, we arrive at 7pm and start book talk at 7:15pm. If you are interested in coming along message [email protected] The group is a mix of people so you won’t always see the same people every month – which adds to the flavour of our discussions. February 2026 The Great Gatsby F Scott Fitzgerald March 2026 Lord of The Flies William Golding April 2026 Animal Farm George Orwell May 2026 Catch 22 Joseph Heller June 2026 The Grapes of Wrath John Steinbeck July 2026 Gone with The Wind Margaret Mitchell August 2026 Slaughter House 5 Kurt Vonnegut September 2026 One Flew Over The Cuckoos next Ken Kesey October 2026 A Clockwork Orange Anthony Burgess

Sami (Braintree)

Seeking a book club

Hi, I'm a 28 year old who has recently moved to Braintree and am looking to make friends in a relatively low stakes way in the local area (Primarily Witham, Braintree and surrounding villages, but as books can be discussed over text, I'm open to hearing from a wider area). I'm not great at socialising initially so I thought 'Hey, I love reading books, if somebody in a simillar situation wants to recc me a book or recieve a book recc in return and we could discuss it, that would be a nice chill way to start a rapport over a shared interest. I primarily like science fiction and fantasy but I'll read pretty much anything, especially if you give me a reccomendation of it. I'm currently reading the Dungeon Crawler Carl series and although I think it starts off a bit edgy and over the top, I have to say I really like how it develops and especially its world building. I can talk about world building for hours. I have also posted on the tabletop sister site and do watch seasonal anime with my wife, so if you wanna chat about what's currently airing or reach out to me regarding a game night, please feel free to.

Helena (Southend-on-Sea)

Seeking a book club

27 y/o looking to join a local book club and meet new people to discuss books and general chat. I get through a couple of books a month and would love to share this with others. Romance, thriller, fantasy I read all genres!

Nicola (Colchester)

Seeking a book club

Looking to make friends at I too love to read crime books anything thriller based I’m hooked especially with a psychological twist

Rachael (Rayleigh)

Seeking a book club

Hi my name is Rachael, 25, and I moved to Rayleigh last yesr. I’m a romance and fantasy book lover and would love to meet some new people in Rayleigh who love reading :)

Milly (Epping)

Seeking a book club

I LOVE a good Romance Fantasy book! I'm looking for a book group that wants to chat about books they have read and what they love (and don't love) about them. I would just love to talk about all the books I have read and get recommendations!

Oliviag22 (Rayleigh)

Seeking a book club

Hi, I’m olivia, I love reading thrillers the most in which my favourite author is Freida McFadden of course! I would love to get into romance but I struggle with that so would love to chat about it to romance readers!

Oliviag22 recommends:

The phantom child

by AJ WILLS | Learn more and buy

Perfect thriller, page turner and keeps you guessing to the very end!

ElRi (Basildon)

Seeking a book club

I live in the Basildon area and have really been wanting to get back into reading, I am predominately into fantasy, thriller, but honestly anything! My friend when I was younger bought me the “books to read before you die” bookmark and I think this is what kickstarted my love!

Romance lover (Rayleigh)

Seeking a book club

Hi , I’m 17 and would like to find some other people to talk books about and find others who like books aswell and get recommendations and have a club :)

David478 (Southminster)

Seeking a book club

An avid reader eager to have the opportunity to discuss good literature with others.

JKDM (Ilford)

Seeking a book club

Hi, I’m Jessica! I’ve recently become a bit book-obsessed 😅 and I’m really enjoying getting back into reading. I tend to love romance books, especially ones with strong characters, a bit of drama, or emotional storylines. I also enjoy cosy, feel-good reads like café-style books when I want something more relaxing. I’m looking to join a book group to interact with like-minded people, share recommendations, and discover new books I wouldn’t usually pick myself. I’d love a relaxed, friendly group where we can chat about books and just enjoy reading together.

JKDM recommends:

Filthy Rich Vampire

by Geneva Lee | Learn more and buy

It’s really addictive and easy to get into, with a strong, powerful male lead and a lot of tension and chemistry. The story mixes romance with a darker, supernatural vampire world, which makes it feel exciting but still very easy to read. It’s one of those books that keeps you hooked and wanting to know what happens next.