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A surprise book
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Our favorite reads
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Once a month
Photo credits: #1:@jordans.book.club, #2: @smashley.reads, #3: @sparetimereader
Subscribe to one of our monthly book programs!
We know, sadly, not everyone has an independent bookstore in their town so we are bringing the independent bookstore experience to readers every month!
Adult Readers
Monthly book subscriptions perfect for adult readers. We offer a variety of genre options. Readers can select up to two per subscription.
*Historical Fiction*
Our most popular adult subscription, this is our curator's favorite (but don't tell the others)! This subscription is perfect for readers who enjoy mostly historical fiction with a mix of literary fiction. If you enjoyed books like "The Nightingale," "Where the Crawdads Sing," "The Personal Librarian," or "The Christie Affair," this is probably the best subscription for you! This subscription includes one surprise hand-wrapped paperback book per month and usually contains a letter from the author.
*Thrillers*
This subscription is perfect for a cup of coffee... you'll need it because these books will keep you up all night! For adult readers who enjoy psychological thrillers, murder mysteries, and suspense! If you enjoyed "The Guest List," "The Silent Patient," "The Woman in the Window," or "The Wife Upstairs," this might be your favorite subscription! This subscription includes one surprise hand-wrapped paperback book per month and usually contains a letter from the author.
*Romance*
Books perfect for a glass of bubbly or for relaxing in the bubble bath! For adult readers who enjoy romance, chick-lit, romantic comedies, and stories of friendships. If you enjoyed books like "People We Meet on Vacation," "One Last Stop," and/or "The Proposal," and enjoy authors like Elin Hilderbrand, Beth Harbison, and Jane Green, this is probably the best subscription for you! This subscription includes one surprise hand-wrapped paperback book per month and usually contains a letter from the author.
*Fantasy*
Get ready to pull out your favorite magical elixir as you curl up with these books. This adult subscription is perfect for lovers of fantasy and magical adventures of all types, full of new worlds to explore and alternate versions of our own to imagine. If you enjoyed "The City of Brass", "Sabriel", "The Library of Legends", or "Ninth House", this is probably the best fit for you. This subscription includes one surprise hand-wrapped paperback book per month and usually contains a letter from the author.
*Can't decide?*
If readers truly want to be surprised each month, let us select the genre! Readers will receive one of our featured books of the month. Genres will rotate and are chosen at random based on stock for the month.
Large Print
A book subscription perfect for adult readers who prefer books in Large Print.
*Large Print*
Readers receive one adult fiction paperback in LARGE PRINT. This subscription sends a variety of genres but focuses on historical fiction, romance, and thriller mystery. Each book is hand-wrapped with love each month. A letter from the author is sometimes included as well.
Young Readers
Monthly book subscriptions perfect for independent readers ages 8-14+!
*Ages 13+*
One paperback book perfect for the reader who enjoys a variety of young adult titles! We recommend these books for readers with a maturity level of 13+ or for readers who are in high school or older. At times some selected books may contain mature content, please take a peek at our Past Books page to see what we have sent in previous boxes. This subscription includes one surprise hand-wrapped paperback book per month and usually contains a letter from the author.
*Ages 10-14*
One paperback graphic novel perfect for upper middle grade readers or anyone who enjoys graphic novels! We select books from an assortment of genres - we look for strong characters & diverse themes. This subscription includes graphic novels that are published for ages 10-14. This subscription includes one surprise hand-wrapped paperback book per month and may contain a letter from the author and/or illustrator.
*Ages 8-12*
One paperback book each month perfect for middle grade readers! We select books from an assortment of genres with strong characters, diversity, and positive themes! This subscription is best for readers age 8-12 or readers who read at a Lexile range of 700-920. This subscription includes one surprise hand-wrapped paperback book per month and usually contains a letter from the author.
Early Readers
Early chapter books for beginning independent readers. We offer three theme options.
*Adventure*
Perfect for readers who enjoy adventure, science, and mystery. May include an occasional non-fiction. A great fit for readers who read at a Lexile range of 501-650 / Level K-M.
*Glitter*
Perfect for readers who enjoy glitter, unicorns & mermaids, and animals. May include an occasional non-fiction. A great fit for readers who read at a Lexile range of 501-650 / Level K-M.
*Humor*
Perfect for readers who enjoy comedy and graphic novels. May include an occasional non-fiction. A great fit for readers who read at a Lexile range of 501-650 / Level K-M.
Little Readers
Monthly book subscriptions perfect for readers who enjoy picture & board books.
*Ages 0-4*
Perfect for tiny readers who love board books! Books are geared toward itty bookworms ages 0-4. Each month we share one of our favorite board books that has recently been published. We cover a variety of themes & focus on board books that we enjoy reading to our own children. Some board books may have interactive components like lift-the-flap or touch-and-feel. This subscription includes one surprise hand-wrapped board book each month.
*Ages 3-6*
Perfect for both little and big readers who love hardcover picture books! Titles are geared toward little bookworms ages 3-6. Each month we share one favorite hardcover picture book that has recently been published. We focus on a variety of themes including non-fiction. This subscription includes one surprise hand-wrapped hardcover picture book per month and usually contains a letter from the author.
Jigsaw Puzzles
Perfect for puzzlers who enjoy 500-1,000 piece jigsaw puzzles.
Perfect for puzzlers who enjoy 500-550 piece jigsaw puzzles.
Each month we share one favorite 500-550 piece jigsaw puzzle. Themes are different every month. We feature everything from beach/coastal designs due to our proximity to the ocean to National Park maps and wilderness scenes. We never send the same puzzle twice!
Puzzles are appropriate for the entire family to work on together!
Perfect for puzzlers who enjoy 1,000 piece jigsaw puzzles.
Each month we share one favorite 1,000 piece jigsaw puzzle. Themes are different every month. We feature everything from beach/coastal designs due to our proximity to the ocean to National Park maps and wilderness scenes. We never send the same puzzle twice!
Puzzles are appropriate for the entire family to work on together!
How does it work?
Step 1
Choose a Subscription
We have many different subscriptions to satisfy any bookworm. Take a peek at our Past Book selections or check out all of our subscription options here to decide which is perfect for you!
Step 2
Select # of months
How often would you like to renew your subscription? We send books once a month but you may choose whether to renew every month, every three months, or every six months.
Step 3
Enjoy your book
We ship our book subscriptions between the 16th-21st of each month so readers can expect to receive their package before the end of the month. Enjoy your incredible, hidden gem book!
What our readers say
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"A Wonderful Subscription!"
"I've had The Book Drop for a little over a year now, and the excitement is still there to see what book I'm going to get for that month! I've tried out a few different subscription options since I read a little bit of everything, and the choices are wonderful! Some books I received I would have never thought to pick up if it wasn't for this subscription. Can't wait to see what other 2023 picks I receive!"
Kerry
Durham, NC
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"More Book Drop, please!"
"I love The Book Drop and supporting an independent bookstore, receiving quality products and fostering the love of reading and books with my family. I so enjoyed their products that I decided to get a subscription for myself! Thank you Book Drop!"
Carly
Watsonville, California
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"Great Books"
"Great subscription service! I wanted to get back into reading, but I always have a hard time selecting books myself. So, I love that this subscription does it for me based on my taste!"
Lindsay
Baileys Crossroads, Virginia
Frequently Asked Questions
The Book Drop is a surprise monthly book subscription service created by Amanda Zirn Hudson, operational manager & frontlist book-buyer of Bethany Beach Books. We sadly understand that not everyone has a local, independent bookstore near them so our mission is to help bring the independent bookstore to readers. The Book Drop is owned & powered by Bethany Beach Books.
We ship subscriptions between the 16th-21st of each month. Readers will receive tracking via email as soon as we start preparing their mailing.
Our subscriptions ship the same time every month: between the 16th-21st. Subscribe before the 15th of the month & receive your first book that same month. Subscribe after the 15th and your first book will ship the following month. As soon as we start packing your subscription, we send an email with tracking information. All one-time products from our shop ship within 2-3 business days (or on release date for pre-orders).
All standard subscriptions auto-renew on the 1st of each month. Gift subscriptions are given the choice at checkout whether to auto-renew or not. Subscribers have the ability to skip, pause, or cancel via their Book Drop account.