If you’re hunting for a gift for the bookworm in your life—or, hey, for yourself—these subscription boxes and digital memberships will have everyone flipping pages (or tapping screens) with glee. The best part? Since they're subscriptions, they make great last minute gifts!
Note: These items were chosen based on what we love and think readers will enjoy. This article isn’t sponsored, and we’re not affiliated with the sellers. Check reviews and confirm details before buying!
For the Voracious Reader:
Kindle Unlimited
Price: $11.99/month
Why They’ll Love It: Kindle Unlimited offers access to millions of books, including bestsellers, hidden gems, and indie titles. Perfect for readers who devour books faster than their bookshelf can keep up! It also includes select audiobooks, making it a versatile choice for any book-lover. (P.S. They don’t need a Kindle to use it; the app works on most phones and tablets too.)
For the Immersive Reader:
Once Upon a Book Club Subscription Box
Price: $49.99 monthly (with discounts for multi-month packages) or $69.99 for individual boxes
Why They’ll Love It: This creative subscription box includes a new book and wrapped gifts that correspond to moments in the story. Readers open the gifts as they reach the marked pages, making the book come to life. It’s an enchanting experience for readers who love surprises and deeper engagement with their stories.
For the Fanfic Addict:
Wattpad Premium
Price: $4.99/month
Why They’ll Love It: Wattpad Premium lets users enjoy ad-free reading and access to new premium stories every month. Premium members also get bonus perks like extra customization options and more offline reading.
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For the Busy Bee:
Audible Membership
Price: $15/month or $150/year
Why They’ll Love It: Audible gives members one credit per month to redeem on any audiobook, plus access to a vast catalog of podcasts and audiobooks at no extra cost, making it ideal for multitaskers who want to catch up on a book while commuting, cooking, or relaxing.
For the Romance Lover:
Passionflix Subscription
Price: $69.99/year
Why They’ll Love It: Passionflix adapts popular romance novels into films and series, exclusively for subscribers. It’s like Netflix for romance readers who want to see their favorite book boyfriends come to life on screen. Subscribers also get behind-the-scenes access and first dibs on new releases.
For the Hardback Collector:
Illumicrate Subscription Box
Price: $37/month for book and gift box, $27 for book only
Why They’ll Love It: Illumicrate delivers subscribers a beautifully curated box featuring a special edition book and themed goodies like bookmarks, pins, mugs, and more. It's ideal for fans of fantasy, sci-fi, and romance, this subscription turns their shelves into works of art.
For the Multimedia Drama Fan:
Galatea Membership
Price: $69.99/year
Why They’ll Love It: Galatea offers interactive stories with soundtracks, text messages, and animations that bring tales to life. With a strong focus on romance and drama, it’s perfect for anyone who dreams of stepping right into a steamy novel or a juicy thriller.
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