Our story
Books worth unwrapping.
Ink & Unwrap is a bimonthly literary subscription box built around one idea: that reading should feel like an event. Every box is a world to step into.
How it started
Ink & Unwrap began with a simple thought — why not create the kind of book box I'd love to receive. We believed that the right book, in the right moment, with the right cup of something warm, could change an afternoon. So we built a box around that feeling. As a mum of two - I love getting lose in a good book - and I can never resist the little trinkets and bookish goodies that come with being a reader. There's something lovely about unwrapping a parcel filled with stories and thoughtful treats chosen just for you. That's what inspired Ink & Unwrap: a UK book subscription box bringing together books, keepsakes and reading goodies, with an affordable price at its heart. A little treat to look forward to, created by a book lover for fellow book lovers.
Every box is themed. Every item inside is chosen to deepen that theme — not just the books, but the trinkets, the treats, and the handwritten note tucked inside. We work with independent publishers, debut authors, and ourselves to fill each box with things you won't find anywhere else.
We ship six times a year: January, March, May, July, September, and November. Each box contains a numbered loyalty token. Collect all six and we'll send you a free Ink & Unwrap Token Collection Box to house your token collection.
What's in every box
Two books
Two carefully chosen books that fit the box's theme — fiction, literary fiction, or narrative non-fiction.
One signed copy
One of the two books is always signed by the author. We work directly with authors and publishers to make this happen.
Themed trinkets
Handpicked objects that bring the theme to life — bookmarks, prints, keepsakes, and small curiosities from independent makers.
A treat to enjoy
Something to eat or drink while you read. Biscuits, chocolate, a teabag — chosen to match the mood of the box.
A hot drink
A warming hot drink — tea, hot chocolate, or something seasonal — so you can settle in from the very first page.
Your loyalty token
A unique numbered token for that month's box. Collect all six across the year to earn your free Token Collection Box.
Delivery & shipping
Where we ship
We currently ship within the United Kingdom only.
Shipping cost
£3.99 per single box. Shipping is included in the price of Quarterly and Annual bundles.
When boxes ship
Boxes ship in the month of their release — January, March, May, July, September, and November. You'll receive a dispatch notification by email.
Delivery timeframe
Standard UK delivery takes 2–5 working days from dispatch. We use tracked shipping so you can follow your box's journey.
Packaging
All boxes are packed to protect the books and contents. We use recyclable packaging wherever possible.
Frequently asked questions
Ready to start your collection?
January's box is open for pre-order now. Only 60 available.