Whether you are a seasoned book box subscriber with boxes from all over the world, brand new to the game, or just looking for something special for the book lover in your life, I have compiled a list of 9 book subscription boxes that are sure to be a hit. It can be difficult for avid readers to compile enough novels to satiate their reading appetite, but these boxes can help. Add in the bonus of exclusive themed goodies, and you have a definite winning combination.
Illumicrate
Illumicrate
Price Range: $20 – $32
Average Review Rating: 4.8
Subscription spots for this London-based box are unfortunately only through a waitlist right now. If you are lucky enough to get into this exclusive club, Illumicrate offers two subscription options of either just a book, or a full box. These boxes are highly coveted by bibliophiles everywhere.
Each month subscribers receive a newly released hardback book with customization options that are exclusive to Illumicrate, a matching pin designed by artist Stacey McEvoy-Caunt, and 4-6 unique items that coordinate with the theme of the box. These unique items range from bookmarks, stationary, mugs, art prints, tote bags, and more. Like everything else in the box, with the exception of the book itself, all items are exclusive to Illumicrate, and supplied by independent artists.
The Bookish Box
The Bookish Shop
Monthly Subscription Price: $30.99 – $57.50
Average Review Rating: 4.9
The Bookish Box offers booklovers lots of subscription choices, attracting readers who just want books to those that are serious collectors of fandom memorabilia. Their options include a YA or Adult box with the book only, a book and goodies, a shirt and goodies, or a book, shirt, and goodies. Who doesn’t love a good piece of loungewear?
The Bookish Shop’s full, adult subscription box includes a newly released adult book, either signed or with a signed nameplate, 3-5 themed special items, and a Bookish Shop newly designed tee. This monthly literary subscription is loved by fans and its versatility and price range makes it appealing to a wide range of readers.
LitJoy Crate
LitJoy Crate
Quarterly Subscription Price: $23.99 – $54.99
Average Review Rating: 4.8
As a LitJoy Lunacorn, I am a little bias when it comes to this subscription box, but it’s hard not to be. With a banging new website, an awesome shop full of unique finds and special editions to add to your library, and truly magical crates, it is hard not to love all things LitJoy. Offering both YA and magical subscriptions boxes on a quarterly basis, you can chose from a full crate, a book only option, or a items only option.
Full YA crates include a newly released YA fiction book with LitJoy exclusive customizations, LitJoy collector fandom photo strips, and 4-6 exclusive items based on the crate’s theme. Full magical crates include 6-8 magical items based on the crates theme, and supports independent artist. LitJoy truly is a one-stop shop for booklovers. Whether you are a tried and true LitJoy unicorn or a newbie to the book box game, this subscription crate reigns supreme.
Fairy Loot
Fairy Loot
Monthly Subscription Price: 26 euro
Average Review Rating: 4.8
Leaving no fairy realm unturned, this United Kingdom based book box is one the fae fanatic in your life is sure to fall in love with. If you can get on the list of course. Currently the subscription is accepting waitlist requests only. If you are a fairy lover like me though, it will be worth the wait!
This fantasy-focused subscription box includes a hardcover recently-released YA book and 4-5 high quality themed goodies. These goodies could include items such as exclusive character artwork, bookends, enamel pins, tarot cards, socks, etc. Subscribers are even often surprised with special edition books that are sure to become a coveted part of any collection. If the fantasy genre is your forte, then you definitively don’t want to miss out on this box.
Once Upon a Book Club
Once Upon a Book Club
Subscription Price: $49.99
Average Review Rating: 4.3
This subscription box creates a fully integrated reading experience. Created by owner/designer Michelle Wolett, this adorable, book-shaped box is delivered to your door with contents that will make any book lover swoon. Who doesn’t love the anticipation of opening a new gift as you pour over a new novel?
Inside is a hardcover copy of a newly released novel that has been published within 60 days, a 5X7 quote card that aligns with the book’s theme, and some select boxes even come with a signed book plate autographed by the author, and a book club flyer. The sweetener for this box though is the themed gifts that you open as you read. Scattered throughout each book are “open your gift” sticky notes that correspond with 3-5 wrapped gifts included in the box. These gifts are customized to replicate what you are reading in the book! What could it be? A beautiful art print, a game board, or even snowboarding goggles if you snagged the February 2021 Snowbound Mystery box! For the reader that loves meaningful collectables, you can’t miss with this subscription.
Bubbles and Books
Bubbles and Books
Monthly Subscription Price: $25 – $46
Average Review Rating: 4.6
If the booklover in your life is also a fan of bath items, I present two birds and one stone. Reading and taking a soothing bath is like a double hit of relaxation. What comes in the subscription box that strives to offer the most comfort a cardboard box could bestow upon the reader in your life? How about artisan soaps, hand crafted bath bombs, bubble bath solid bubble bars, candles, a link to download 5+ free e-books, and a novel. Products included primarily come from home-based, small business owners.
Bubbles and books offers readers a choice between a standard box, a premium box, Digital Bubbles, or Tiny Bubbles. Multiple genres are offered along with the option for extra add-ons. So if you are looking for a book box that offers maximum relaxation while supporting families and small businesses, this is the box for you.
Owl Crate
Owl Crate
Monthly Subscription Price: $32.99
Average Review Rating: 4.9
Owl crate is one of the most well-known YA book subscription boxes on the market, and has been in circulation since 2015. Good for ages 14 and up, their monthly box includes a new YA hardcover novel signed by the author, a handwritten letter from the author, unique goodies from small businesses and artists, a collectible enamel pin, and a monthly magazine. Goodies may include items such as a scarf, tote bag, vinyl stickers, bookmarks, a mug, and more! Owl Crate sets itself apart from other subscriptions by offering a similar box tailored to children ages 8-12. There is a little bit of magic in each box that, that any book lover would enjoy.
Unplugged Book Box
Unplugged Book Box
Monthly Subscription Price: $39.99
Average Review Rating: 4.8
Offering both adult fiction and YA monthly boxes, this self-care themed subscription offers readers a diverse selection of books while also helping them focus on their mental health. Each month, booklovers receive an exciting new adult fiction or YA paperback or hardcover release with monthly, seasonal, self-care themes, and 5-7 bookish self-care goodies and novelty products. From facial microfiber towels and moisturizing hair and body mist, to loose leaf tea or bath fizzies, these boxes are packed with a combination of a great book and comfort items that have subscribers raving.
Etsy
Write to the Points
Price: varies
Average Review Rating: varies
Ok, hear me out for a minute. Most major book boxes today started with a few people and a dream. There are plenty of small business owners on Etsy trying to break into the book box game, and Etsy is the perfect way to try to find and support a new, up and coming entrepreneur. You may even secure some area specific goodies if you shop overseas shops such as Write to the Point. From mysteries to tea time, from classics to blind date with a book boxes, Etsy is the perfect place to find the perfect book box for the reader in your life.
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