Book clubs in Suffolk

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

All listings in Suffolk

Ruth McLoughlin (Ipswich)

Seeking a book club

Recently retired from a life in education and ready to share my passion for great literature

Ruth McLoughlin recommends:

The Pickwick Papers

by Charles Dickens | Learn more and buy

It is a great picaresque laugh-out-loud work which also manages to be socially relevant on typical Dickensian themes of poverty, crime and punishment, hypocrisy

Ruth McLoughlin (Ipswich)

Seeking a book club

Recently retired from a life in education and ready to share my passion for great literature

Ruth McLoughlin recommends:

The Pickwick Papers

by Charles Dickens | Learn more and buy

It is a great picaresque laugh-out-loud work which also manages to be socially relevant on typical Dickensian themes of poverty, crime and punishment, hypocrisy

New Street Literary Salon (Aldeburgh)

Seeking a book club

I am starting a Literary Salon on Wednesday 15th October at 7 pm (-8.30 pm) at the New Street Market. I will be presenting on a range of what might be described as Comic novels, providing some context before we discuss a selection of extracts from the novels. No admission charge. All Welcome!

New Street Literary Salon recommends:

The Pickwick Papers

by Charles Dickens | Learn more and buy

It is a great picaresque laugh-out-loud work which also manages to be socially relevant on typical Dickensian themes of poverty, crime and punishment, hypocrisy

James Rees (Bury St Edmunds)

Seeking a book club

I am an avid reader of adventure/drama books namely; military, spy, action but am open to other areas of interest. This goes way back to when I was working overseas so to pass the time on an evening, I started reading a lot. Now, I would like to know more on what/how other readers come to choose their books and discuss various topics. My real name is Stuart Rees, though I now also have a pen name as an amateur author, I am retired, keen to join a group of a similar hobby.

James Rees recommends:

Dirty War

by Stephen Leather | Learn more and buy

Interesting story following the protaganist from the SIS going under cover to expose a jihadist in our midst. He is straight talking but treats most of the people that he comes into contact with fair and square.

taylor (Stowmarket)

Seeking a book club

hey! im taylor, 18 and i love romance & fantasy!

taylor recommends:

Empire of Storms

by Sarah J. Maas | Learn more and buy

My favourite book I’ve read recently!

Tam (Ipswich)

Seeking a book club

Looking to start reading more whilst also meeting some new people :) I enjoy crime novels, mysteries, romance, lifestyle and have recently started to get into fantasy

purpled0ve (Ipswich)

Seeking a book club

Hello! I love reading fantasy but haven't really got much motivation right now! Im 20 and looking for friends to motivate and discuss books with:)

Chloe (Aldeburgh)

Seeking a book club

Hello, I'm a big reader and looking to meet other people who are too, I'm 23 and live near aldeburgh and would love to join a local bookclub.

Chloe recommends:

The secret history

by Donna Tart | Learn more and buy

Amazing narrative style and brings you into its dark academic world

Freya (Ipswich)

Seeking a book club

Hi! I'm 23 and moving home after university, having studied literature and creative writing! I love literary fiction and I'm looking to make some new friends

Freya recommends:

On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous

by Ocean Vuong | Learn more and buy

It's such a beautiful and lyrical read that really moved me when I first read it, and I still love it no matter how many rereads

Georgia (Sudbury)

Seeking a book club

Hi I’m georgia, 18, I’ve recently started reading again, I love a romance but I’m up for trying something new. I find it difficult to socialise so this would be pushing me out of my comforts zone and I’m all for meeting new people

Georgia recommends:

Million Kisses in your lifetime

by Monica Murphy | Learn more and buy

I absolutely love the Lancaster Prep series.

Emily (Ipswich)

Seeking a book club

I am Emily and I’m 22 years old. I love reading and getting lost in books. I’m looking to meet new friends and discuss books with people!

Alex (Ipswich)

Seeking a book club

I'm Alex, 25, and I want to both read and write more. I'm primarily into sci-fi but I'll try pretty much anything, I'm hoping to broaden my horizons and read some books I might not consider otherwise. I'm also hoping to meet some new people :)

Alex recommends:

The Paradox Paradox

by Daniel Hardcastle | Learn more and buy

A heartfelt and funny time travel story with wonderful characters, it can be dark at times but the overall message is one of hope. Twists come thick and fast, even the ones you see coming will surprise you with how they happen, and the whole thing is wrapped up in a neat little Bootstrap Paradox.

Creative Soul (Bury St Edmunds)

Seeking a book club

Looking for a small meet up to talk about and share books ,life and creativity. Interested in literary fiction and literary realism.

Bryony (Ipswich)

Seeking a book club

I'm 24 years old and trying to make new friends and get out more and talk about books. I would like to become an fiction author one day so this would help me get out of my comfort zone

alicat44 (Mildenhall)

Seeking a book club

I like reading sci fi, adventure, fiction. I have only just started reading again. I want to do something different then watching the tv all the time.

Laura (Ipswich)

Seeking a book club

Looking to join a book club, recently moved to Ipswich :)

Ellie (Mildenhall)

Seeking a book club

Hello, my name is Ellie I am 21 and I am from Suffolk in a town called Mildenhall and I have just started reading again! I have just finished the Thursday Murder Club Series and absolutely loved it! I'm now onto Freida McFadden's books! I'm into crime/mystery/thriller type books but always open to try a new genre.

Ellie recommends:

Thursday Murder Club

by Richard Osman | Learn more and buy

The book is great for many reasons! How it is written in small chapters is good for someone who struggles to finish long chapters. How there is diary entries from one character called 'Joyce'. Finally, how even when you think you know who did it, I assure you it wasn't them!

Louisa (Stowmarket)

Seeking a book club

Hi, I’m Louisa – I’m 36 and work in marketing, which keeps me busy, but I always try to make time for a good book. I’m mostly into fiction and fantasy at the moment, but I’ve enjoyed everything from thrillers to autobiographies too. I’m looking to join a laid-back book club with people who enjoy chatting about what they’ve read over a drink or a casual catch-up. Nothing too serious – just good books and good company!

Mandy (Stowmarket)

Seeking a book club

Non-stop reader, primarily fiction of all kinds. Looking to meet up with people to discuss different books and make new friends. Nearly 60 years old, if that matters.

Mandy recommends:

A History of Loneliness

by John Boyne | Learn more and buy

I'm reading this book at the moment - I will finish it tonight - and it's exceptional. A deep, disturbing look at the life of a priest in Ireland that is also tender and loving. It addresses some difficult issues and stirs a whole range of emotions. A well researched and beautifully written piece of work that I will be sad to leave behind.