Unplugged Book Box is a monthly book subscription box with a focus on self care that has a bookish twist. Each month, subscribers receive a new release (published within 3 months of shipment) Young Adult or Adult fiction book plus 4 to 6 literature-inspired self care goodies.
They kindly sent us this box for review.
Subscription Details
Unplugged Book Box offers two options: a Young Adult book box or an Adult Fiction book box. Boxes cost $39.99 + shipping, with savings for longer term subscriptions. Each box will contain the book of the month plus 4-6 self care goodies that may include candles, shower or bath goods, tea or coffee, lip care, skin care, journals or notebooks, mugs, artwork or photography, bags, kitchen gadgets, baking kits, candy, bookish novelty products, and items that inspire creativity. Most items are sourced from small businesses.
I am still quite new to book subscriptions, but they are fast becoming a favorite around here. I love discovering new book genres and am getting my motivation to read regularly back.
Here is a closer look at the February Adult Fiction “Dreams” Unplugged Book Box:
Each box comes with an information card listing all the items in the box and several cards with journal prompts. I love these for use in my daily journaling!
The Mask of Mirrors by M.A. Carrick
“Ren is a con artist who has come to the sparkling city of Nadezra with one goal: to trick her way into a noble house, securing her fortune and her sister’s future. But her masquerade is just one of many. And as corrupt nightmare magic begins to weave its way through the City of Creams, the poisonous feuds of its nobility and the shadowy dangers of its impoverished underbelly become tangled…with Ren at their heart.”
The Starless Sea Pin
“The Starless Sea by Erin Morgenstern is a dreamy, beautiful story about labyrinths and magic and choices. This enamel pin is by McKenzie Catron (@mckenziecatron on Instagram), inspired by Erin Morgenstern’s story with one of her beautiful looks.”
This is such a pretty design! I’m so excited to add this to my current enamel pin collection.
Touchless Door Key
“This touchless door key can be used to open door levers or door bars in public places without touching them! It’s also convenient to use to touch ATMs, payment at gas/petrol stations, or on payment pads in stores. Most of us dream of staying home and reading all day, but sometimes we must go out and this key can help us prevent bringing germs home. It was created by Unplugged for this box with a design of a bookshelf that will remind us to get home safely to our books.”
This is so perfect for right now when we are trying to avoid touching things in public. This also came with a key ring that allows you to attach it to your bag or keys.
Crescent City Mirror
“Bryce from Crescent City by Sarah J. Maas lives a unique life. By day, she works hard and by night, she parties hard. She dreams of avenging her best friend’s murder and this story is a reminder that you are capable of whatever you set your mind to. This pocket/purse mirror was created exclusively for this box by The Simply Bookish Co.”
I love the pretty pink design and the feathers. I pretty much have a pocket mirror in each bag/pouch I own, so this is perfect!
The House in the Cerulean Sea Luxury Bath & Shower Gel
“Chauncey from The House in the Cerulean Sea by T.J. Klune dreams of becoming a bellhop. This story focuses on the dreams of extraordinary kids and an ordinary man. This luxury shower and bath gel is inspired by the cerulean sea surrounding the house for children owned by Arthur Parnassus, and was created by the brand new shop Petrichor Ink (@petrichorinkon Instagram) just for Unplugged.”
This smells AMAZING. I love floral scents and had to try this out right away. My whole bathroom smelled amazing after I showered with this too!
Dresden Files Candle
“The Dresden Files books by Jim Butcher focuses on Harry as he investigates supernatural disturbances. The stuff of dreams is Harry’s reality. Flickum Bicus is the fire spell, and this yummy candle is scented with oak moss, amber, and fireside. Oak moss and amber are magical ingredients, and Harry is always around fire! This candle is an exclusive to Unplugged by Natural Pure Honest (@naturalpurehonest in Instagram).”
How cool is this! I love the star and gem stone decorations on the candle, and the skull design of the tin. I am definitely saving this one for Halloween.
Interstellar Tote Bag
“In the 2014 film Interstellar, the team must dream big and travel through galaxies to find a new planet to inhabit. This tote bag was designed by @and_shereads (on Instagram) exclusively for Unplugged.”
I love the galaxy design on this bag! It has a zipper closure and is really well made and sturdy. Perfect for hauling books to and from the library or book store.
Final Thoughts
I love the book pick this month. The summary drew me in and I can’t wait to finish what I’m currently reading so I can get to this one! The tote bag and shower gel are my favorites of the bookish items. Oh, and the enamel pin has now found a home on the tote bag! The designs complement each other perfectly. I love that Unplugged Book Box is supporting small businesses by featuring them in their boxes. Looking forward to the next one! If you are looking for a book subscription, this is one worth checking out.
Toby & Rocket – http://www.tobyandrocket.com