Best Book Subscriptions to Help You Reach Your Reading Goal

The Best Book Subscriptions to Help you Reach Your 2024 Reading Goal

Jan 9 2024 by Ellis Cochrane

If one of your 2024 aims is to read more books, then you've come to the right place. From "One Day" author David Nicholls' new novel to a shiny new Emily Henry romcom, some of the best new books for the year provide escapism, drama, and romance in abundance. But when life gets in the way, it can be tricky to stick to your reading goals, not to mention feeling overwhelmed with so many book choices. That's where book subscriptions can help.

Whether you've pledged to take on the POPSUGAR 2023 reading challenge, or are just looking for a little guidance on new genres to read, book subscriptions deliver specially selected novels straight to your door, often along with some other treats. Taking all the hassle and guesswork out of sourcing books, these regular services are convenient, easy, and help you prioritise self-care. They also help introduce you to new authors or styles that you perhaps wouldn't have chosen yourself, that you grow to love.

No matter where you live, what kind of budget you have, or which genre you're looking for, we've handpicked some of our favourite book subscription services to help you reach your 2024 reading goal.

Best Book Subscriptions: Happily Ever After Book Box

Whether you love a rom-com and a pamper, are looking to discover new genres, or have a child in your family who is a budding bookworm, the Happily Ever After Book Box could be for you.

For £17 a month, you can opt for one of three subscriptions. The box of books includes three books from a chosen genre, while the book an pamper box delivers a book each month as well as vegan chocolate, a beauty product, hot drink, and bookmark for the ultimate cosy evening in. And there's also a Young Adult box, suitable for those over the age of 13. Plus, for £11 a month, there is a children's subscription box with kid's books, bookmark, and a donation to an animal charity.

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Best Book Subscriptions: Rare Birds Book Club

The Rare Birds Book Club suggests books solely written by women, across a range of genres. Previous book club picks include "The Lighthouse Witches" by Carolyn Jess-Cooke and "The Startup Wife" by Tahmima Anam.

Rare Birds brings an element of exclusivity to its service, too. It has collaborated closely with authors, designers, and publicity teams to create exclusive covers designed specifically for members of its book club. So if you want to impress your friends with your at-home library stacked full of women's writing, this is a great starting place.

Each month, it shortlists the best new fiction, and then subscribers choose between two picks and the chosen book is sent straight to you. Memberships are £168 for a 12 month subscription or can be bought on a rolling monthly basis for £15 a month. And, as a subscriber, there's lots of members-only benefits such as a secret store, where you'll find half price books and merch, as well as an online community where you can share opinions and gain insights from the authors.

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Best Book Subscriptions: Illumicrate

If you're a big fan of unique, special edition books, then you need Illumicrate on your radar. Think beautiful covers with sprayed edges, foil embossing, or books signed by the author, this site is a collector's dream.

With a focus on all things fantasy, previous monthly picks have included titles from Olivie Blake, Sarah J. Maas, R.F. Kuang, and Holly Black. The monthly subscription box includes a recently-released hardback book for £20 a month, or an option for the box with added merchandise for £29 a month. This can include accompanying mugs, tote bags, stationery, bookmarks, fabric book organisers, and much more, with four to six of these products designed specifically for Illumicrate included in each box.

Romance lovers can also sign up for its separate bi-monthly Afterlight box, which includes a romance novel and merch for £20.

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Best Book Subscriptions: Words With Wine

If relaxing with a glass of wine and a good book sounds like your dream scenario, let us introduce you to Words With Wine's subscriptions. Born during lockdown by founder Anna Smith, who missed the separate book and wine clubs that she normally attended, she decided to combine the two to recreate the community aspect of both, but from home.

Whether you opt for a monthly or bi-monthly send-out, each time you'll receive a new fiction release and a full-size bottle of wine curated to complement that month's book is delivered, too. Furthermore, members receive wine tasting notes and food pairing suggestions, plus a membership to the exclusive online book club.

Choose between white, red, rosé, or nonalcoholic wine, with a monthly subscription costing £28 and relax.

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Best Book Subscriptions: Hand Me Down Book Club

Did you know that millions of books can't be recycled each year because of the type of glue that they are bound with? Well, all of those books that are typically destined to go to landfill are what inspired the team at Hand Me Down Book Club to start a preloved book subscription service.

Each month, members can choose to receive two books for £12, making it a great option if you've pledged to read a substantial number of books as part of your reading challenge in 2024. Whether you choose a box by genre, or go for the "surprise me" option, there's preloved books from the classics to sci-fi, from romance to fantasy, to ensure every taste is covered.

Previous picks include everything from Paula Hawkins and Jo Nesbo, to Douglas Adams, Jenny Han, and Nicholas Sparks. Do your bit for the planet and get immersed in new worlds with this box.

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Best Book Subscriptions: The Book & Beer Club

If beer is your tipple of choice and thrillers your ideal read, then The Book & Beer Club could be your perfect match. Book clubs can sometimes feel more female-orientated, so the founders of this service aim to cultivate a more unisex community.

Try the Taster Box, which includes three different independently brewed craft beers, as well as a mystery book, for £15 a month. Or the Classic Box which gives members the opportunity to try six craft beers, as well as the mystery book, for £25 a month. Both boxes are great for sampling a range of different beers and acquainting yourself with some award-winning thriller authors.

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Best Book Subscriptions: ShelterBox Book Club

A charity book club, which helps fund emergency shelter for people displaced by conflict and disaster all over the world in countries like Ukraine, Pakistan, and Yemen, the ShelterBox subscription allows your love of reading to support others.

Every six weeks, members vote between three brilliant books directly inspired by the people that the donations go on to support. With Malala Yousafzai's "We Are Displaced", "Mr Loverman" by Bernadine Evaristo and "We, The Survivors" by Tash Aw, being just some of the earlier selections, these are books that will truly grip your attention. Along with your book, members will also receive a letter telling them about a family that they've supported through their membership, as well as a link to online events like book discussions and exclusive Q&As with some of the featured authors.

A monthly payment of £10 is recommended. However, you can pay even more to help individuals all over the world whose lives have been hit by disaster.

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