Bookish Perks for Book Lovers

 

Who doesn’t love some freebies, goodies and exclusive perks to indulge our favorite bookish obsessions? From giveaways to book subscriptions, you’ll find some of our top favorite sites below. 

 

Goodies & Giveaways

 

  • BookeryBliss
    We host our own giveaways and other sponsored content from time to time. We also offer giveaways exclusively to our Newsletter subscribers! You can find many of our giveaways on our website as well as our Instagram page.

  • Goodreads
    Goodreads is a great way to catalog your “want to read” and “read” books, but did you also know they have a Giveaway section too?  Many publishers will offer Advanced Reader Copy (ARC), e-books, and newly released books, and there is PLENTY to pick from. Winners are encouraged to rate and review afterwards, but it is not a requirement. See current giveaways here.

  • Amazon First Reads
    As an Amazon PRIME member; you automatically get First Reads included in your subscription for free. It’s similar to a monthly book club, where they select a handful of books on the 1st of every month, you select which one (1) you want, and then download it to a Kindle device or app. You keep these books forever. Learn more here.

  • Amazon Prime Reading
    As an Amazon PRIME member; you also get Prime Reading included in your subscription for free. Prime Reading is similar to borrowing an e-book from your local library. You get ten (10) credits that you use to borrow e-books or magazines from the Amazon library (1 credit = 1 borrowed book).  You can keep the books as long as you want, however, in order to reuse your credits in the future you’ll need to “return” the books first. Learn more here.

  • Amazon Kindle Unlimited
    Don’t have an Amazon Prime account or want more book selections? Kindle Unlimited works the same exact way as Amazon Prime Reading, but is a paid service for $9.99 a month. The only noticeable difference is that Prime Reading offers 1,000 book titles that get rotated each month, while Kindle Unlimited offers over a million book titles, audiobooks and magazines to choose from. Learn more here.

  • Epic Reads
    Also a service provided by Harper Collins Publishers, Epic Reads is specifically geared towards Young Adult readers. Their YA giveaways can be found here.

  • James Patterson: Official Website
    Bestselling author, James Patterson, hosts his own giveaways for his middle grade books on his website. Check them out here.

  • Book Riot
    Book Riot has a ton of articles, Podcasts, book reviews, author interviews, and much, much more. Their giveaways can be found here.

  • Bookish
    Bookish offers a “BOOKishFirst” raffle where you preview a book and submit a mini review for a chance to win the full book, while also gaining points towards future free books too. Learn more about how it works here.

 

Subscription Boxes

 

  • Book of the Month
    Each month, BOTM selects five to seven (5-7) newly released hardcover books to choose from. You then pick one (1) book you’d like to receive and it gets mailed right to your door. You also have the option to “add-on” up up two (2) other book selections including past titles. Monthly membership plans start at 15.99 and you can skip any month if you choose.

    DISCLOSURE: If you sign up using my BOTM referral link, I will earn a free book credit and you can get your first book for only $5. You can also choose to use the non-affiliate link here.

  • Once Upon a Book Club
    Each month, you’ll receive a newly released book and 3-5 wrapped gifts that are labeled with page numbers. As you read, you’ll be directed to open the gifts at the most important moments to bring the book to life! Subscriptions start at $49.99 a month.

  • The Bookworm Box
    This is a 501c(3) subscription box service created by Colleen Hoover! Every box has an autographed book, and every profit is donated to charity. There are 2 genres to pick from (Young Adult and Romance) and 5 box options to choose from starting at $9.99 a month (for e-book and digital author content) and $19.99 a month for 1 autographed book. Higher subscription tiers include author letters, e-book copies and more. This box sells out FAST so keep an eye on this one.

  • OwlCrate
    OwlCrate is a Young Adult (YA) subscription box offering newly released titles with themed goodies included for $32.99 (plus shipping) each month. They also have an OwlCrate Jr. option for readers ages 8-12 years old.

  • Beacon Book Box
    This subscription box is pretty cool. Founded by a 13 year old bookworm, this box includes a newly released Young Adult (YA) hardcover book and other bookish goodies each month. Monthly prices start at $29.99 (plus shopping).

  • FairyLoot
    This monthly book subscription box containing 1 recently-released Young Adult book and a selection of 4-5 bookish goodies. They partner with leading publishing companies and popular authors to offer exclusive editions only offered in FairyLoot.

  • The Bookish Box
    The Bookish Box is a monthly literary subscription that offers both Young Adult & Adult book options. The Basic box includes 1 newly released signed (or nameplate) book, while other options include a book and other goodies. You can also purchase special editions and other goodies individually in their shop. The YA and Adult boxes start at $30.99.

  • The Book Hookup
    Did you know that The Strand bookstore offers their own book box subscriptions? You get signed, first edition books of a highly anticipated title delivered every quarter, along with miscellaneous goodies to go with it. There are 9 boxes to choose from that vary in price, but most of them are $50 for one box or $200 for one year (4 boxes total). Themes to choose from are: Art & Photography, Fiction, Feminist Literature, Little Readers, Mystery & Suspense, Political Nonfiction, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Timeless Favorites, and Young Adult.

  • LitJoy
    LitJoy offers quarterly Young Adult or Magical boxes. They offer various subscription options ranging from signed, exclusive edition book only, or higher tiers that include a book and other goodies. Memberships start at $23.99 (book only) or $34.99 (full crate) for the Young Adult box sent quarterly. The Magical box is has only one option which includes 6-8 magical-themed shipped quarterly, starting at $54.99. Shipping is not included.

  • The Book Drop
    A book subscription box from a women-led independent bookstore – Bethany Beach Books. They select their most favorite new titles across multiple genres & send readers one surprise book each month. They offer book options for adults (including large print), young adults, middle-grade readers, and children. Memberships start at $18.99 a month plus shipping.

  • Libro.fm
    A book subscription service for audiobooks that helps support independent bookstores. Membership costs $15 a month for one (1) audiobook credit and 30% off additional audiobook purchases. Plus a portion of your sale goes towards a local bookstore of your choice.

  • Bookcase.club
    Choose from six different themes for your monthly shipment, including thriller, sci-fi, YA, and romance. You can update your category at any time to start receiving your new genre when your subscription renews. They also offer a BookCase Kids box as well. Subscriptions start at $12.99 a month plus shipping.

  • Literati
    Choose from 12+ celebrity book clubs to follow, and get their monthly book club pick delivered to your door. Membership starts at $22 a month and includes one (1) book a month. You can explore all the clubs at any time. Books selections are announced before shipment and you can switch book clubs whenever you want.

  • Unplugged Book Box
    A monthly subscription box that focuses on self care with a bookish twist. Each month a new release is selected and your box will include popular famdom themed items and some goodies to help you relax. Genres usually include thriller, fantasy, and others, and you can choose between Young Adult or Adult boxes. Memberships start at $39.99 a month plus shipping.

  • Bookspan
    Bookspan is the parent company to numerous traditional book club subscription services. Each of their book clubs offer books for readers with particular interests, and features 5-10 new books each month to choose from. Their book clubs include:

    Doubleday Book Club
    Do you like entertaining books with fast paced plots and lots of drama? You can order them directly from Doubleday. Sign up includes 2 books for $9.99 each (plus tax), then $14.99 each (plus tax) after that. You receive 2 credits each month and can redeem them together or separately, in a single month or gradually over time. There’s also the option to skip a month and can cancel at anytime. For more information about their book club membership terms click here.

    The Literary Guild
    Broaden your reading horizons with books from bestselling authors to new discoveries. Sign up includes 2 books for $9.99 each (plus tax), then $14.99 each (plus tax) after that. You receive 2 credits each month and can redeem them together or separately, in a single month or gradually over time. There’s also the option to skip a month and can cancel anytime. For more information about their book club membership terms click here.

    The Mystery Guild
    From cozy reads to spine tingling suspense, these crime fiction books are some of the best. Sign up includes 2 books for $9.99 each (plus tax), then $14.99 each (plus tax) after that. You receive 2 credits each month and can redeem them together or separately, in a single month or gradually over time. There’s also the option to skip a month and can cancel anytime. For more information about their book club membership terms click here.

    Science Fiction Book Club
    Offers science fiction and fantasy books. Sign up includes 2 books for $9.99 each (plus tax), then $14.99 each (plus tax) after that. You receive 2 credits each month and can redeem them together or separately, in a single month or gradually over time. There’s also the option to skip a month and can cancel anytime. For more information about their book club membership terms click here.

    History Book Club
    Historical event books including WWI, WWII, and the Civil War. Sign up includes 2 books for $9.99 each (plus tax), then $14.99 each (plus tax) after that. You receive 2 credits each month and can redeem them together or separately, in a single month or gradually over time. There’s also the option to skip a month and can cancel anytime. For more information about their book club membership terms click here.

    Crossings
    Christian literature. Sign up includes 2 books for $9.99 each (plus tax), then $14.99 each (plus tax) after that. You receive 2 credits each month and can redeem them together or separately, in a single month or gradually over time. There’s also the option to skip a month and can cancel anytime. For more information about their book club membership terms click here.

    The Good Cook
    Has an assorted variety of cook books. Sign up includes any book for $9.99 each (plus tax), then 25% off Publisher prices after that. There’s also the option to skip or cancel anytime. For more information about their book club membership terms click here.

    Crafter’s Choice
    From quilting, crocheting, knitting and more, there’s lots of crafty books to choose from. Sign up includes any book for $9.99 each (plus tax), then 25% off Publisher prices after that. There’s also the option to skip or cancel anytime. For more information about their book club membership terms click here.

 

Exclusive e-Newsletters

 

  • Book Bub
    Offers free and discounted e-Book deals and recommendations straight to your inbox.

  • Off The Shelf
    Brought to you by Simon & Schuster, this newsletter offers back-listed book recommendations to your email.

  • Amazon Kindle Email Newsletters
    If you have an Amazon account, you can subscribe to Amazon’s Kindle newsletters. Mailing lists include: Best of Kindle, Editor Picks, Exclusive Deals, Daily Deals, and various genre specific newsletters.

  • Open Road Media
    Open Road Media is a global e-book publisher whose catalog includes legendary authors and various branded newsletters and e-book deals. You can view all the provided newsletters here, or visit each newsletter separately below.

    Early Bird Books: A daily e-book deals newsletter. Genres include bestselling fiction, history, biographies, mysteries, and more. You can read them on any device and they’re yours to keep.

    The Lineup: For fans of true crime, horror, and the paranormal

    The Portalist: For fantasy and science-fiction fans.

    Murder & Mayhem: For fans of mystery and thriller.

    The Archive: For fans of history and non-fiction.

    A Love So True: For fans of romance.


  • Borrow Read Repeat
    Do you prefer to borrow books from your local library but hate the hold lists?  Receive the hottest new books being published before they even hit the library shelves and get a head start on your TBR library requests. This site is published by the library marketing team at Penguin Random House.

  • Crooked Lane Books
    A crime fiction imprint that publishes mysteries, thrillers, and suspense novels. Sign up for their newsletter to see upcoming and newly released titles.

  • Glose
    Glose is a reading platform, ebook store, and community all in one! You can create reading goals, gain rewards for reading, and it’s multi-device compatible.

  • Biblionasium
    Similiar to Goodreads, Biblionasium is the largest online social book club for kids ages K-8. They offer educator and parent resources and supply a safe reading community for kids. Build virtual bookshelves, receive book club newsletters, and connect with friends and share their favorite books.

 

Book Clubs and Book Groups

 

  • Reese’s Book Club
    A women focused online book club founded by Reese Witherspoon. Sign up and receive monthly book picks, Podcasts, essays, and exclusive giveaways straight to your inbox each month.

  • Silent Book Club
    Read.Wine.Repeat. This is a book club without the traditional book club rules. You read what you want, when you want, without the pressure of assigned reading tasks or guided group discussions. They have official (public) chapters across the globe or you can create your own if one doesn’t already exist. You can also host your own unofficial (private) club among your friends. If you rather participate without the formal commitments then you can also join their online community Facebook group here. Everyone is welcome and the community is very friendly. It’s definitely one of my favorite Book Clubs to participate in.

  • Oprah’s Book Club
    Oprah’s book club is a book discussion club segment of the American talk show The Oprah Winfrey Show, highlighting books chosen by host Oprah Winfrey. Oprah picks a book each month and then hosts discussions for her book club followers.

  • Belletrist
    The club was founded by best friends Emma Roberts and Karah Preiss, and highlights a monthly book pick as well as indie bookstores in the USA where you can purchase their book club selections using their club discount code.

  • Noname Book Club
    Founded by Chicago rapper and poet, Noname, this book club highlights 2 books each month written by authors of color and hosts monthly discussions across 12 local chapters as well as national, virtual Zoom calls.

  • Between Two Books
    Founded by Florence Welch (Florence and the Machine), this book club features recommendations from Florence, her celebrity friends and fans. Book selections and discussions are available on Instagram.

  • Barnes & Noble
    Barnes & Noble features an adult and YA book club pick selected by their own expert booksellers each month.

  • Indie Next
    Check out IndieBound’s Indie Next List to see their monthly “#1 Great Read” book recommendation inspired by indie booksellers around the world.

  • Read With Jenna
    Hosted by Jenna Bush Hager, the Today show offers the #ReadWithJenna Book Club. Each month Jenna picks a book for the month and hosts discussions on various social media outlets.

  • LibraryReads
    LibraryReads is a monthly nationwide library staff picks list for adult fiction and non-fiction books. It represents the top 10 collective favorites of newly released must-read titles. 

  • Target Book Club
    Discover compelling stories and perspectives every month with Target’s handpicked Book Club selections. They recommend individual books from Children, Young Adult, and Adult genres.

  • Good Morning America Book Club
    Check out GMA’s book club picks every month, and follow the discussions on their Instagram page.

  • Jimmy Fallon’s Summer Reads
    The Tonight Show’s host features his own book club picks, where a selection of books are announced and followers cast their votes for the winner. The event is held once a year during the summer, where Fallon will read the winning book and invites viewers to read along with him. Make sure to follow Fallon on Instagram and Twitter and join the conversation using #FallonSummerReads. You can also view the Summer 2021 winner here.