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Best Book Subscription Boxes | Award Winners 2024

Updated April 23, 2024 by Timothy Paradis

Reading is a favorite pastime for many. Offering one of the best excuses to get a little peace and quiet, we’re celebrating every bookworm's right to grab a good read and a warm hot chocolate, find a cozy spot to curl up, and throw around the occasional "shh."

Best Book Subscription Boxes

Peace & Pages Monthly Subscription

From $24.75 per box

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This peaceful book box includes a featured novel each month, as well as self-care items -- like bath & body products and aromatherapy -- exclusively from small independent businesses. Every individual reader receives a novel specially selected for them from a curated collection of genres.

Shipping: **Orders placed at this time will begin with the May box, shipping the first week of May.** Please note, the "as low as" price is the yearly prepay option cost. Check out the Q & A sections on our website for more info!

“This is the book box I look forward to every month! I get a book in the genres I enjoy and several full size relaxing products. I’m not a fan of the boxes with lots of trinkets I won’t use so Peace and Pages is perfect for me!” – Tanya B.

Bubbles & Books

From $26.91 per box

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Romance readers, rejoice! Bubbles & Books sends a slew of romance novels to subscribers each month, with 1-2 paperbacks, 5+ bonus romance ebooks, and an assortment of premium bath and spa products for a truly relaxing evening. Each month is a welcome surprise, delivering luxe items such as sheet masks, bath salts and bombs, handmade and whipped soaps, candles, teas, and (of course) bubble bath.

Shipping: Boxes ship between the 18th and 21st of every month.

"Great subscription for reading and relaxing! Perfect for those who love to soak!" - Juliana J.

Authentic Books - The Full Experience

From $65.00 per box

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Shipping: Order cut off: 5th of each month Order ship out: Last week of each month

Scribbler Box Subscription

From $29.99 per box

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Encourage the would-be writer in your family with Scribbler! This unique subscription box—founded and run by two best-selling novelists—includes not only an autographed book of the month, but an exclusive writer's guide on different elements of craft, tips from publishing pros, and special goodies for writers.

Shipping: Order today and your first box will ship immediately! Then, your next box will on the 21st. All boxes ship via USPS.

“Each monthly delivery of this box is like Christmas morning! There are so many goodies in each box - treats like coffee/tea/hot chocolate, snacks, a journal or notepad or book of writing prompts, pens and stickers and pins and writer’s favorite things. But most important is the monthly novel (with signed bookplate), an inside look at the Publishing Process and an Exclusive Writing Passport penned by each month’s author. Keep up the GREAT WORK LADIES!!!!!” – Courtney D.

The Book Drop: Adult Readers

From $30.99 per box

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Want a monthly book box that delivers that familiar indie bookstore vibe with each month's selection? The Book Drop is a unique monthly box that's manned by a team of avid readers who dig up just the right literary hidden gems to send to their subscribers. Available in a whopping range of 17 options, including everyone from early readers to adult fiction lovers, every delivery is like getting the best book recommendations from those in the know.

Shipping: Order today and your first book will ship between the 16th-21st. Future mailings will ship each month between the 16th-21st of each month. Tracking information is sent via email once your book starts its shipping process. Add one of our Surprise Grab Bags - they ship immediately.

"Can’t praise this service enough! The book selection is superb and always interesting. Supporting a small local business is also a plus." - Brennon B.

Down The Rabbit Hole Book Box

From $49.99 per box

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For those who prefer books that explore darker themes, Down The Rabbit Hole Book Box is here to deliver a delightfully macabre reading experience. Get a new book and numbered, individually wrapped gifts of anything from stickers to textiles, each designed to be opened at specific parts in the story.

Shipping: All new book subscription orders ship right away ! Orders made between the current month 16th and the 15th of the next month ship right away. Renewals are processed on the 15th of the month. Subscriptions renew on the 15th of each month.

"I got this for my 16-year-old daughter, she received the box about 10 minutes ago. She was so excited that she has already read the book to the first gift and it gave her the chills! She can hardly wait for gift 2! I don’t know who came up with this premise, but they are brilliant! Talk about getting into the story! One of my best purchases EVER!" - Lisa H.

Used Books Monthly

From $8.49 per box

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What sets Used Books Monthly apart is the personalization of the books chosen for each subscriber. When signing up, subscribers are prompted with a survey that includes over 20 genres to choose from, plus the ability to send the curators a message with details about reading preferences. Then each delivery is packed with 2 or 4 hand-picked, gently-used books for each subscriber, depending on the subscription chosen.

Shipping: We'll start assembling your order as soon as you subscribe, and we will ship it within 5 business days. Monthly renewals are on the 15th of each month and will ship on or before the 5th of the following month. You will get a tracking number via e-mail every time your books are sent out.

“The selections were perfect in the fantasy genre! I'm familiar with the titles and didn't read them before! Excited for what's to come next. Thank you!” – Tasnuva E.

Young Adult Book Monthly

From $14.99 per box

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Now In Books is a fun new book box that puts a spin on classic audio books by combining a good story with good music. They'll unbox a beautifully gift-wrapped first-edition YA title with a vanity bookmark, along with a curated playlist of music that's been intentionally created to capture the mood of the characters. For a reading experience like no other, subscribers can scan the QR code, get cozy, and hit play!

Shipping: All boxes ship beginning on the 15th of the month.

“My daughter totally LOVED the book that was sent. Great choice!!” – Christine C.

Why We Love Book Subscription Boxes

Reading can be just as fun as sitting back and watching your favorite Netflix show. Just how you tell yourself one more episode, you’ll be telling yourself just 1 more (or 2) chapters before you head off to bed.

There’s something so satisfying about getting lost in a new book, and if you haven’t felt that feeling in a while, it’s time to get back into reading. If you’re not sure where to start, no worries. We’ve got you covered with our favorite book of the month gifts.

In an effort to make sure everyone can start (or grow) their TBR list, the Cratejoy team perused the digital bookshelves to find our favorite monthly book boxes . From early readers to the wisest among us, we’ve found book subscriptions for all age ranges and lovers of every genre!

Also, many of these unique book subscription boxes don’t just deliver books – many of them come with useful self-care products like scented candles, body care gifts, and more. You don’t even have to make that extra online order for an at-home spa day. Pamper yourself in a warm bubble bath while you enjoy your new book. And yes, feel free to pour that glass of wine while you unwind.

Monthly reading subscriptions can help you ward off analysis paralysis, add an element of surprise to any IRL book club, or bring a virtual book club right to your front door. From fiction to nonfiction, young adult , romance , or science fiction and fantasy , there's a book subscription box for everyone.