October 2022: October Mystery Book Box!

• One of the books for the month - that you get to choose!
• Snacks,
• Self-care items, and
• Other bookish goodies! 

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For the Lit Love October box, I got the mystery book option - it was a completely separate book from the options you can choose from. I ended up with THE MATCHMAKER'S GIFT by Lynda Cohen Loigman!

I liked that all the items inside of the box were useable or consumable because it felt like there would be no waste with it. I look forward to making the bread (!!!) that was included with the box and cozying up with it and a bottle of beer.

It did take a little longer than 3-5 days - and didn't get shipped out on the 10th. But those are just small hiccups that don't really matter!

Right now, even though the book was $40, I'm not sure it's worth being a full month subscriber. Since you can go month-to-month, and choose your book, it might be more worthwhile to select the months you want based on the books since it comes with a hefty price tag.

I am subscribed for a one time box in November as well, so I will compare the two and let you know if I change my mind about subscribing.

What subscription boxes do you get?

• Your own copy of The Rest of the Story signed by the author
• A letter from Sarah Dessen
• A pouch of Fully Booked tea* – we teamed up with Tealish, our favourite Canadian tea company, for a dreamy herbal tea blend that’s ideal for helping you relax after so much reading
• A handy travel pouch displaying an inspiring quote – to keep your essentials together no matter where you’re headed

Here's where I get real with you.

They cost basically the same amount as what the book does - maybe $5 more on average. Plus you get free shipping. This is about $40 less than what I pay for other book boxes. Are there perks in those? Of course. OwlCrate gives you exclusive covers, FairyLoot focuses on Fantasy, Once Upon A Book Club gives you things to open as you read the book, etc. But a lot of these boxes are filled with things I would never pick up for myself and would never use. I am glad they want to showcase artists and people's small businesses but I don't need 1000 art prints of the same characters over and over again.

The Indigo Book Box gives you official merchandise, a signed copy of the book, and not too many trinkets or items that you don't need. They include practical items that everyone could have a use for. And now that they are selling book sleeves, I look forward to those being thrown in every now and then!

On top of that, they tell you what's in the box before you actually purchase it. No guessing about what book it could be or what other items you may get, they lay it out for you on the website. There are usually a couple more items included that aren't listed, but these are fun little surprises (usually from the publisher) and not irrelevant items or ones from a fandom I'm not part of.

Beyond this, they try to be fairly inclusive. It isn't just the Big Names or Books that get featured, but diverse authors and a mix of publishers. The next book is WILDER GIRLS by Rory Power so I know what books I don't need to necessarily "preorder" because I have them in this box. That cuts down on duplicates and all that jazz.

I definitely recommend this box if you are in Canada and want a cheaper option but still want to participate in the subscription box scene.

What subscription boxes do you get?

• Your own copy of We Hunt the Flame signed by the author
• A letter from Hafsah Faizal
• Two exclusive charmed bookmarks with epic quotes from the book to mark your place – and make your mark
• An exclusive We Hunt the Flame 3-candle set by Icey Designs, each with scents inspired by Zafira, Nasir and the Isle of Sharr – for you to keep the shadows at bay

Here's where I get real with you.

They cost basically the same amount as what the book does - maybe $5 more on average. Plus you get free shipping. This is about $40 less than what I pay for other book boxes. Are there perks in those? Of course. OwlCrate gives you exclusive covers, FairyLoot focuses on Fantasy, Once Upon A Book Club gives you things to open as you read the book, etc. But a lot of these boxes are filled with things I would never pick up for myself and would never use. I am glad they want to showcase artists and people's small businesses but I don't need 1000 art prints of the same characters over and over again.

The Indigo Book Box gives you official merchandise, a signed copy of the book, and not too many trinkets or items that you don't need. They include practical items that everyone could have a use for. And now that they are selling book sleeves, I look forward to those being thrown in every now and then!

On top of that, they tell you what's in the box before you actually purchase it. No guessing about what book it could be or what other items you may get, they lay it out for you on the website. There are usually a couple more items included that aren't listed, but these are fun little surprises (usually from the publisher) and not irrelevant items or ones from a fandom I'm not part of.

Beyond this, they try to be fairly inclusive. It isn't just the Big Names or Books that get featured, but diverse authors and a mix of publishers. The next book is THE REST OF THE STORY by Sarah Dessen so I know what books I don't need to necessarily "preorder" because I have them in this box. That cuts down on duplicates and all that jazz.

I definitely recommend this box if you are in Canada and want a cheaper option but still want to participate in the subscription box scene.

What subscription boxes do you get?

• A copy of Wicked Saints signed by the author
• A letter from Emily A. Duncan
• A pouch of Read All Night tea from Canadian tea company Tealish
• A detailed map card displaying this epic fantasy world on one side and a fierce quote on the other – to help you navigate between the dark and the light

Here's where I get real with you.

They cost basically the same amount as what the book does - maybe $5 more on average. Plus you get free shipping. This is about $40 less than what I pay for other book boxes. Are there perks in those? Of course. OwlCrate gives you exclusive covers, FairyLoot focuses on Fantasy, Once Upon A Book Club gives you things to open as you read the book, etc. But a lot of these boxes are filled with things I would never pick up for myself and would never use. I am glad they want to showcase artists and people's small businesses but I don't need 1000 art prints of the same characters over and over again.

The Indigo Book Box gives you official merchandise, a signed copy of the book, and not too many trinkets or items that you don't need. They include practical items that everyone could have a use for. And now that they are selling book sleeves, I look forward to those being thrown in every now and then!

On top of that, they tell you what's in the box before you actually purchase it. No guessing about what book it could be or what other items you may get, they lay it out for you on the website. There are usually a couple more items included that aren't listed, but these are fun little surprises (usually from the publisher) and not irrelevant items or ones from a fandom I'm not part of.

Beyond this, they try to be fairly inclusive. It isn't just the Big Names or Books that get featured, but diverse authors and a mix of publishers. The next book is WE HUNT THE FLAME by Hafsah Faizal so I know what books I don't need to necessarily "preorder" because I have them in this box. That cuts down on duplicates and all that jazz.

I definitely recommend this box if you are in Canada and want a cheaper option but still want to participate in the subscription box scene.

What subscription boxes do you get?

• A copy of Bloodleaf with a book plate signed by the author
• A letter from Crystal Smith
• An enamel Bloodleaf pin – to demonstrate your willingness to stand for what’s right
• A set of three Dot-Or-Not Notebooks – perfect for keeping track of your spells, to-dos, and dreams
• Map of Bloodleaf that was exclusive for the pre-order!

• A copy of King of Scars (regular edition) signed by the author
• A letter from Leigh Bardugo
• An exclusive King of Stars travel mug – perfect for that fortifying hot or cold beverage to help you battle through your day
• A tube of FOLKLORE Sweet Honey Hand Cream to soothe your hands after turning each of those awesome pages
• Grishaverse pin that looks amazing on my pinboard
• Bookmark for CROWN OF FEATHERS by Nicki Pau Preto