With a seamless reading experience, book subscriptions are a nucleus that’s essential for ardent bibliophiles. From eclectic reads to popular classics, these subscription services are a novel way to discover new titles and authors or to reminisce about your favourite books — a curation that will pique your interest. 

Whether you’re looking to amplify your reading or bestow the gift of literature, there are plenty of book subscriptions out there that will excite you. And, some of these subscriptions even have special edition books that will be well-suited to enhance your bookshelves. 

The best book subscriptions:

Fairyloot

 

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Born in 2016, FairyLoot brings us a sprinkle of fairy dust and bewitching special edition books that you’ll yearn for uncontrollably. Sharing their love for fantasy, their subscription boxes appeal to young adults, romance lovers and adults. All of their boxes are packed with hardbacks that will look beautiful on your bookshelf.

Owlcrate

 

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Similar to FairyLoot, Owlcrate too is a book subscription platform that presents you with boxes of special edition books and bookish merchandise. From young adult fantasy to romance, Owlcrate deserves all the hype with its stunning designs.

Illumicrate

 

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Founded in 2015, Illumicrate brings you beautiful, unique editions of books—fantasy, romance, horror and science fiction— and quirky merchandise that every book lover will lust for. The box comes “book only” or a book with sets of gifts.

Lilac Library’s

 

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If you’re looking for a Romantasy subscription, look no further. Lilac’s library is a quarterly romantasy book box that will be starting in March 2025. So if you love Fourth Wing kind of books, then get yourself on the waitlist.

Amazon Kindle

 

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Simple yet effective, Amazon Kindle offers a great digital reading experience with unlimited access to popular books, classics and more. Wherever you go you can carry your subscription digitally.