We know how much our readers love books – and surprises – so we’ve teamed up with Sweet Reads Box to bring you our thoughts on a subscription to Sweet Reads Box. We received their May subscription box in exchange for this post. All opinions are our own.
If you have an avid reader in your life, a subscription to Sweet Reads Box is the answer to your quest for the perfect gift idea for your favourite book lover.
Me Time. Delivered.
Sweet Reads Box is a book subscription box that contains “a carefully curated box showcasing the novel of the month.”
Each Sweet Box contains:
- Bestselling fiction novel
- Beautifully crafted items
- Artisan drinks
- Gourmet goodies
- a card explaining our choice of novel and how your items connect.
All Sweet Reads subscription boxes come with a great paperback novel from the Globe and Mail Best Seller list and/or the New York Times Bestseller List.
Owners of Sweet Read Box, Kerrie and Mark, who are avid readers themselves, personally select all books to be included in their subscription boxes.
“Sweet Reads Box was the dream of Kerrie and her partner Mark. Stemming from their love of reading and a decadent sweet treat their vision of creating a product that fellow book lovers would enjoy came to life.”
I must admit that these days, I’m not a huge reader of books.
As a kid, teenager, and young adult, I used to be. I used to devour books.
Then came computers and the internet and, sadly, I put down the books.
Receiving our Sweet Reads Box made me realize how much I miss the experience of reading from an actual book.
Something tangible.
The feel of the book in your hands, the anticipation of turning the next page, the satisfaction of looking at your bookmark and seeing how much you’ve read – that is all lost when you use an electronic reader or computer.
Sweet Reads Box – May
So I was delighted when we received our Sweet Reads Box for May. Maybe this was the kickstart I needed to get me back into reading books!
I couldn’t wait to unbox all the treats inside…
What a great assortment of curated items! The thought that Kerrie and Mark put into this month’s box is evident – right down to the tiniest of details.
See those running shoe erasers? How cute are those?! Notice how they tie in so well to the image on the Will Ferguson novel? Perfection!
I also had a laugh-out-loud moment with this subscription box. While I absolutely love the smell of our new hand lotion, I may have to keep one of those pink “Week From Hell” packages, just because I love the name! I’m currently resisting the urge to lick my hands – the lotion smells so darn tasty!
We discovered many reasons to love a subscription from Sweet Reads Box. Here are our top 5…
5 Reasons Readers Will Love A Subscription To Sweet Reads Box
You can start with a one month box
Along the lines of “try before you buy”, readers can purchase a one month box before committing to a full subscription to Sweet Reads Box. Then, if you love your first Sweet Reads box – and I know you will – you can sign up for a 3 or 6-month subscription.
Every month is a surprise
Sweet Reads Box knows how much we all enjoy a surprise. Every month, when you subscribe to Sweet Reads Box, you’ll receive a surprise package full of goodies just waiting to be unboxed! Even the award-winning book included in your Sweet Reads Box will be a surprise!
Every Sweet Reads Box contains quality products
Thank goodness I took photos of our Sweet Reads Box the minute it arrived. If I hadn’t, you would be looking at photos with a number of Sweet Reads Box items missing.
You guessed it. The toffee was the first to go. It was simply divine. Secretly, I was plotting on how I could sneak away with our Sweetsmith Candy Co. English Toffee and devour it all myself. My plan didn’t work. The toffee got split in half.
The Sweet Reads Kyoto coffee. It was enjoyed a couple of mornings in a row. Our only complaint? Not having any left for a third morning of coffee.
The running shoe erasers? They quickly made their way into X-Man’s pencil case for school.
While I have every intention of reading Will Ferguson’s “A Shoe on the Roof”, it’s currently in the hands of a family member who is an avid reader. We’re pretty sure she’s enjoying this award-winning book!
It’s a curated care package
One thing that struck me when I unboxed our May Sweet Reads Box, is how much it felt like I was receiving a care package from my mum. This box contained a wonderful collection of things that, I think, my mum would have sent to me in a care package:
- a great book to curl up on the couch with
- a sweet treat for a tasty afternoon snack
- coffee to wake me up and warm me up
- beautiful smelling lotion and soap
Imagine how much your kids would love a monthly Sweat Reads Box! It’s a like getting a warm hug from mom when you can’t be together!
Every box has a theme
One of the special added touches that comes with each Sweet Reads Box is a card that contains a special quote that reflects the theme of the novel and subscription box contents.
A description of each item in the box can be found on the back of this card, and ties everything in the subscription box together.
A simple, yet great, idea.
Of course, there are many more reasons to love Sweet Reads Box, but you’ll just have to discover those for yourself!
Sweet Reads Box is offering Canadian Blog House readers the chance to WIN July’s subscription box!
One lucky Canadian Blog House reader will enjoy receiving a box full of wonderfully curated treats, and a fabulous novel – all courtesy of Sweet Reads Box!
Here’s how you can enter for your chance to WIN:
Do you have a quality product that you think would make a fabulous addition to a Sweet Reads Box? Why not reach out to Kerrie and Mark to discuss partnership ideas! **Please note: At this time, Sweet Reads Box is only available to readers in Canada.
Marlene J says
I liked Dec 2017 box
Last book I read was Finding Gobo
Allie Futterer says
I read The Buried Giant!
kathy downey says
The last book I read was Year One, ,Nora Roberts
409cope says
I really like the December 2017 box.
joy says
i love to read so much; in fact, I have read every one of their past books (except for Faithful, which I have). the best book I have recently read was The Home for Unwanted Girls – I think you would enjoy it!!
Jenny says
Id love to try the Gourmet goodies
Marilyn says
I like the January box that is sold out and have just finished reading “1st to Die by James Patterson.
Kate Hearn says
I’m dying to read the books in November and December’s boxes!
The last book I read was The Impersonator by Mary Miley
Jennifer P. says
I like the November 2017 box the most. The last book I read was The Girl on the Train. Not super current, but my mom passes on all her books to me and I don’t read them in any particular order.
Pam says
after checking out the boxes, my fave is Dec. 2017.
The last book I finished reading was My Secret Mother.
joanne darrelll says
The last book I read was A train in Winter.
Vanessa says
Right now I’m obsessed with Alan Bradley’s “Flavia de Luce” mystery series. But I’m trying to make the last one last as the next book in the series isn’t out for nearly a year! That’s the problem with discovering a series that you love – you can devour the books that are already published one right after the other but eventually, you’ll hit a wall!
I love everything in Sweet Reads February box and I really like that they didn’t go for an over the top Valentine’s theme.
Jenness M says
I like the September 2017 box. The last book I read was City of the Lost by Kelley Armstrong!
Sarah says
The September 2017 box looks awesome. The last book I finished was The Anomaly by Michael Rutger. It was amazing!! Thanks
jan says
The bicycle pouch in November 2017’s box is great! I just finished reading The Home For Unwanted Girls which was good..
Heather Sibley says
The April 2018 box appeals to me as I really want to read The Woman In The Window by A.J.Finn. The last book I read was The Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard. I am reading the 2nd book in the series now.
ivy pluchinsky says
The September 2017 box looks cool. The last book I read was Sue Grafton’s final book. Sad that she passed away before she could start the Z book in her series.
tammy ta says
Last book I read was one that my son made when he was real little. Dec. 2017 was the one I liked best.
SweetPanda says
I love the December 2017 box
Sab Edwards says
I am currently reading a book my daughter sent to me called Alive. I THINK its kids in a space ship…its really very interesting and there are two more books in the series which she is also going to send to me 🙂 The cec 2017 is the box that would have interested myself. I currently order the ones from Indigo (they are autographed books, usually the 2nd in a series) but they are not a subscription (which I like) and I so far have ordered both boxes because they are book TWO from a series I’ve already started reading
Linda says
I like the February 2018 box. The last book I read was The Last Kingdom.
Ally says
Currently reading Carve The Mark.
Maritess S says
I like the April box and the last book I read was Still Water by Amy Stuart.
Rhonda says
The March Box featured Lillian Boxfish Takes A Walk by Kathleen Rooney stands out! The last book I read was Radical Acceptance by Tara Brach…a great book.
Juliee Fitze says
I like the December 2017 box the book sounds great.
Annie D says
I love the January box with that cute little red Reboot! I just finished reading The Viking which was excellent.
Victoria Ess says
I love the February 2018 box with the popcorn! I last read The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck: A Counterintuitive Approach to Living a Good Life!
Karine says
I think I prefer the A train in winter book! Thanks
Peady @ Tempered with Kindness says
Honestly, I want May. This is such a fun idea for a “box”. I haven’t jumped on the bandwagon of any of these subscription boxes, but this one appeals to me.
The last book I read was “In Conclusion, Don’t Worry About It”. (Lauren Graham. Read it. You will enjoy it.)
Soozle says
The last book I read was YOu Can’t See my Scars and I really like the contents of the January 2018 book
Catherine K-B @CathyInCanada says
April 2018 would be great….. Woman in the Window is a fantastic read!
The book I finished yesterday was The Impossible Lives of Greta Wells. So good! It only took me 4 days to plough through it and that was with still doing what needed to be done during my days. The main character is set in three time periods (but it’s not a time travel book) – 1918, 1941, and 1985 – and supporting characters are all there too. It was very interesting.
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/16065595-the-impossible-lives-of-greta-wells
ruth moreira-lozon says
I really like the February 2018 box – I’m so glad the Toronto popcorn Company is part of the box 🙂 Also, the Lonely hearts hotel keeps catching my eye, so I’d love to read it. The last book I read was “My Not So Perfect Life” by Sophie Kinsella. Love her 🙂 Thanks for the chance!
Lisa B says
The April book looks fantastic. I am reading The Simple Favor now.
Jennygel says
It would be hard to choose a favourite box, but I’m loving December 17 and it’s theme. The las t book I read was Crazy Rich Asians and I loved it – first book I could not put down this year! I would love to start a Sweet Reads subscription -I’m going to leave some hints for my hubby.
Naomi Murray says
My favourite is the June 2018 box! My brother just got the June box and I love the mug that comes with it! The last book I read was The Boat People.
kim says
My favourite is the January 2018 box – I received that one and loved everything in it. The last book I read was The Underground Railroad.
Nicole Jubleew says
I really like the March 2018 box. A great book, tea, and fudge … a perfect combo! The last book I read was a statistics text book.
Lori L says
I like the October 2017 box because I enjoy Alice Hoffman’s books! Thanks for the chance to win, I love this idea! I don’t even recall the last book I read that was a novel, it’s been prob since last summer!
M says
I like the February 2018 box. The last book that I read was: The Hidden Life of Trees: What They Feel, How They Communicate – Discoveries from a Secret World
Carla B says
All the boxes look amazing – but my favourite so far is February 2018. The last book I read was The Girl on the Train.
Heidi c. says
I liked the December 2017 box. The last book that I read was a cozy mystery called Alibi in April which was written by Camila Chafer
Des t. says
I looking through the past boxes I wish I’d have received the September 2017 box wth the book Fierce Kingdom!! I think I’ll need to get this book! The goodies & necklace are pretty sweet too!! The book I just finished last night was “Can’t Nothing Bring Me Down” by Ida Keeling….a competitive runner at 102 years old! I’ve just subscribed and am waiting for my 1st Sweet Reads Subscription Box…..but sadly, i’m planning to give the first 3 boxes away as gifts for my sons teacher and for 2 upcoming family member birthdays!! Sure Woytko e to win a box to keep for myself ♥️