The Page 1 Book Subscription

Love the book selection. I also love the monthly subscription and the note that if you choose something I don’t like you will make another selection for me. That is great customer service.

So excited to read this one. It sounds perfect for me!

I've been a subscriber since October 2018! I love the special bundles Page1 offers! The best day of the month is the day my subscription box arrived! The team at Page1 does a great job of selecting books for me and regularly selecting books by authors I've never heard of! Highly recommend!

The first book arrived a month after its postmarked date. It’s a Fern Michaels book and I usually don’t care for her novels. I’m withholding judgment until I actually start reading it. The second book, which I’m currently reading, came on time. I think new author, Joseph Schneider, is a bit wordy but the story has me intrigued.

It’s interesting... I’ve read a dozen or so books on the Tudors over the past 15 years and I’ve never come across THIS one. I wasn’t completely sure I wanted to dig into another 900 pages on the subject but I wondered if the story, though 500 years old, might have some relevance to the current turmoil through which we are living. I find myself reading and processing the story through a different lens and reflecting on the behaviors of “mad” men who thought their deplorable actions were justified. Very poignant indeed.

I love this subscription and plan to renew. Each book that has arrived has been a surprise and something I was excited to read! I don’t know how they do it, but I love it!

My first book was a wonderful pick, I devoured all 500 pages in two days. Can’t wait to see what you send me next.

I ordered this Page One book subscription for my high school daughter. She loves it and is excited to read her new book. She had OwlCrate for many years but is so excited this book is picked just for her. Also Page One is just down the street from us. Love our local E-Town book store.

So happy with my book subscription. Thank you!

Thank you @pageonebooks for their subscription service. It’s the best present I’ve ever given to myself. I am like a kid at Christmas, just wondering what my next package will bring. They amazingly just know what you will love!

I received a year’s subscription as a birthday gift. It’s the best gift I’ve ever received. Also you live up to your promises. I had one book which I didn’t like. You replaced it with no suggestion that I had to pay for it.

I like getting a very carefully wrapped book that is a surprise each month.

I love Page 1 Books! They send really interesting books (all of which are new to me), and the staff are super responsive and friendly.

I love the book you selected for me and cannot wait for the next one!!

I appreciate the work that went into choosing a book. It's strong language to say that one hates a book, so I do not hate it. I am utterly uninterested in this one. Charitably, I read the first chapter. Ordinarily, I wouldn't have gotten past the dust jacket. I've no intention of reading any more, let alone finishing it. So, I just have to say that it wasn't a good match for me. I did like the packaging, and being wrapped in paper.

Love the book. Ready for my next read.

Absolutely love my subscription! Each read has been specially hand crafted and it checks off all the boxes I was looking for when I signed up! I haven’t disliked a read yet so far! Their customer service team are so friendly and helpful and I love that they add a small treat to enjoy along with your read. Everyone needs to sign up or switch over to page one!

I liked Sheer Myschief by Jill Mansell. I had not heard of this author. I have read Spirit of the Season my Fern Michaels!

The calendar is the perfect size for my office and the book has been in my wish list for a long time. I’m excited to finally read it!

I am currently reading through my second 3-month subscription purchase. This is my 5th book thus far from Page 1 Books and I cannot express how much I absolutely love this service. I didn't read much in my 30 years of life. But, when I found out Page 1 Books hand chooses books for you based on your personal preferences I had to give it a shot. I haven't been happier with reading. I feel I have very specific tastes, but somehow they manage to find a book that fits all my interests. It's like Christmas morning once a month! I am highly considering purchasing a 6-month subscription for my next purchase. Also, I applaud all of the political activism this business pursues. I highly recommend trying this for yourself. If I had any negatives at all I would say that the little gifts that come with the book aren't necessarily my favorite. For example, this book I just received today came with a 2021 calendar featuring women. Well... this didn't interest me at all. Probably will give it away as a gift to someone else. I wish there would be more choice in what little gift you receive, or they were just more generic/useful. Thanks for all you do Page 1 Books!

The presentation of the boxes is so beautiful, and I love the surprise of finding out the book each time. It's like Page1 knows me because the books have been perfect fits, even though I didn't even have them on my radar.

The first book in my subscription box was one I hadn’t heard of and it ended up being one of my favorites. The second book seems right up my alley too and I can’t wait to see what else Page 1 has in store for me.

I'm a major reader, and so far I've loved every book sent to me. The subscription in general is also good because it's the perfect time for me to read a book, and be able to start on the next one, without having a bunch of books pile up for me to read.

The Page 1 Book Subscription, a haiku: "this self-care present / gifted delight with a bite. / aren't books, like, the best?" 2020: What a year. I've missed visiting libraries and bookstores, and the unique pleasure of shelf-browsing, of unexpected discoveries, of adding-to-the-pile dopamine hits. Livin' la vida tsundoku. The Page 1 subscription seemed an intriguing alternative, with the added privilege of being able to support an independent bookshop. I gave the Page 1 team a list of my favorite books, authors, and yes, even keywords -- long-winded (much like this review) and occasionally even contradictory. I was thrilled by the accuracy of the first selection: fantastical elements, humor, the female gaze, a good but not necessarily old-fashioned bildungsroman, "atmosphere" in abundance, and a Shirley Jackson reference, too. Hey, Page 1 team: I see you, and I appreciate you. (And your ability to see me, too.) Thank you. I've enjoyed this experience so much I've gifted subscriptions to a few other booknerds in my life. I've just been informed my next book's on the way; happy holidays to me, good health to the world, and quality reading for all!

I must say, I had no idea how you were going to choose a book for me based on my profile! But, you found a perfect balance of my interests! Thank you and I’m looking forward to the next selection! I definitely will recommend this subscription to my friends and acquaintances!

I was a little reluctant to get into a true story with such a heavy and heart-wrenching topic, but it has been an amazing read - thanks so much!

My new book is perfect! Nerdy and so interesting. Informative and Makes me appreciate the tiny world of microbes all around us.

I so love my book subscription given to me from a dear friend! My latest received mystery book, The Christmas Egg, will be the most fun read for me during this holiday season.

I love everything about this subscription! I always get great books, the team is quick to respond and talk through other options, and I’ve even started reading things I wouldn’t normally buy at a store. SO grateful for this service (spoiler alert: I renewed).

I was so excited to receive a book that I had not heard of, yet was right up my alley! Book matchmakers!

Highly recommended as a treat or perfect gift for readers. Selections are always diverse and interesting and customer service is fantastic.

My sister got me a subscription for my birthday. We are BIG book readers! I absolutely loved my first book! I finished it in two days and the book even referenced my hometown. Absolutely bonkers. Can’t wait for my next book

I've wanted to read/own this book since it first came out, so happy it was included in my first box. I also love black tea so that was also a lovely surprise.

My children got me a book subscription for my birthday, and I love it! It’s fun to get a present each month in the mail, and the first two books I have received have been excellent choices! Your staff really knows their stuff!!

I LOVE this subscription. I got a 6 month one last year for my birthday and I already asked my mom for another one! Every time it comes, I literally get giddy. The book feels so special and personal. Also, I love getting to see what my extra goodie will be each time. I love reading, but I never thought I would like someone else picking out books for me, but I love Page 1. Plus, they take the pressure off by saying that if it is a book you already read, they will send you a new one (although that hasn’t happened for me).

I had The Mitford Murders as my first book and loved it! I then proceeded to read the second and third and I’m anxiously waiting for the fourth to come out. I haven’t read the second book I’ve been sent yet but I will let you know what I think afterwards!

If anyone who can help at Page 1, I loved the genre of first two books but I’m ready for one in my other favorite genre, historical fiction (especially WW2 era) ty❤️

PageOne is the best! The books are almost always perfect and if they aren't they are quick to send a replacement. The day my box comes is the best mail day of the month.

I love the books that get chosen for me, and the add ins that are included in every box. I can't wait to see what they send next. And even when I love what book they sent, I also love seeing what everyone else got from Page1 on Instagram!

I really like the subscription - I do wish I received a bigger mix in the types of books I Receive sometimes, but I love that they're typically books I've never heard of! The packaging is first class, and I get so excited when I receive.

Absolutely LOVE this subscription service. Best one I've had and they truly pick out books that are on my TBR already! 10/10 recommend!!

I just started my subscription but I’m more than pleased. The book that was picked for me was on my to be read list and I’m so happy that I got it. Also so fun to open the package and be surprised, rather than other subscriptions where you know what to expect. Looking forward to next month!

Loved the first book that was picked for me! This was a bday gift and I have recommended to many others!

First a 3 month subscriber, extended another 6 months because I love Page 1 so much! Each book has been one I never would have considered myself. I enjoyed every one, except one I was lukewarm about, but did finish it. It's like Christmas or my birthday each month.

I enjoyed my first Page 1 book - The Good Negress. I was not familiar with the book or its author, but I was excited to see it was recommended by Toni Morrison. The book was well written and held my interest throughout, although the jumping back and forth in time was confusing at times. I would recommend this book to others, and I look forward to my next Page 1 selection.

I loved my book this month! A great historical fiction with strong female characters and just a touch of mystery.

I loved all of the books chosen for me. I haven’t read them all, but some have been chosen for the book club I run and everyone loves them! The choices have been spot on.

I finally took the plunge and signed up for this book subscription, and I'm so glad I did! Such a sweet monthly gift to myself

I received my first book subscription, and my spooky Halloween book together! Love it! Just started both books, and appreciate the care that went into choosing both. I also love the little extra gifts-so special! I am so happy to be supporting a small independent bookstore.

Love this service! I don’t know if it would gain traction or anything, but I actually would love an option to opt out of the extra items for a few dollars less. They’re nice and good quality, but for me, it’s usually stuff that I will never use.

I love how the books come beautifully packaged with obvious care.

I am obsessed with Page 1! I have only gotten my first two months and it is amazing- every thing from the packaging to NAILING the right books for me. Thank you!

I would like to have a little info as to why a certain book was chosen for me.

Page One has allowed me to select books that I already wanted to read, and it is a pleasure to get them each month.

Page One subscription is amazing. They really have sent terrific stuff, and definitely worth the price.

I've received three books so far. One was on my list of books I wanted and two were ones I hadn't really known about but represented the diverse text I was looking for. Also love the cute goodies that come with the books.

So excited to have stumbled upon Page One Books and their subscriptions! They have sent me books that I would have never heard of in the genres that I love and I always look forward to the next book they choose just for me!

The book selection was good, I have no complaints there. But it took 3 weeks to receive my first book (9/20) and I am not expected to see the second book until 10/9. This subscription is quite a bit more expensive than others and while I appreciate the personalized selection, I am not quite so happy with the timing for the price. Perhaps this is better for someone who lives closer to the Page 1 store where we aren't so dependent on the USPS. I am on the fence about deciding a renewal.

This was my first month and I really loved the book they choose for me I never heard of it! I am excited to read it this October.

I think this request for a review and a pic is out of synch. I have already submitted my review (you were great), and you have already posted my review and pic on your website. I am a very happy customer.

Read it one day - the book was gripping and funny and unsettling. It expanded my understanding of the American experience - really loved it!

Love my book

I really liked how this book started, but it felt a little flat in the middle. I had hoped Lizzy would have been more decisive, or taken some more for time for her. I could feel her struggle, her pain, and her sense of loss in motherhood, which honestly is probably why I was frustrated with it. Possibly the right book at the wrong time for me.

Very interesting. You want to keep reading to see what happens next. It's about a old diary written in code. They found someone that is figuring out the code. You can't wait to see what happens. A great mystery. There are different characters so all of them play a part in the story some you will like and some you won't.

My friend gave me this subscription for my birthday. I received my first book "All the Things We Cannot Say" a month later, and it was terrific! It had exactly what I love to read about, including a twist, which I adore! I usually figure out the twist before it happens, but I didn't this time! Thank you Page 1 for a fun adventure with this story. I can hardly wait for the next one to arrive!

no book, no tracking, confusing sign up, absolutely the worst communication and tracking process ever encountered. who designed this. have you ever tested any of this process? get a new designer or programmer and still no book

I have loved the three books that I received. I found myself trying to read slowly on the last book,The Bridal Chair, just to make it last longer. The Dutch House was also very interesting and fun to read.I should mention that the book was wrapped with ribbon matching the cover. It was so perfect that I hated to open it. I seem to be reading books which combine art, families, meaning of relationships and a touch of mystery. A dash of Venice and Paris is always a winner. I have noticed several articles about Anna Karenina lately as a good pandemic novel. I agree and find a subtle connection with the books from my subscription. The third book,The Art Forger, was more of a mystery involving the work of forging art. I learned so much about the interesting subject.Brandy,I look forward to my September book. Thank you !

I'm confused at this survey. The email says tell us how you like your subscription, but this survey says rate your item. So I rate the subscription service itself 5 stars-I LOVE getting new, different titles. If it is a rating of the first book I received, it was called "Conventionally Yours" by Annabeth Albert, and I give it 3 stars. I like the genre but I think this one was a bit too YA for me. It seemed like a step down from "Red, White & Royal Blue." But it was still enjoyable to read.

I received my first Page1 book subscription box and it was perfect! I had never heard of the book before and I loved it. I am excited to receive my next box!

After a few weeks of anxiously waiting, I finally received my first book from Page 1. I ordered a 3-month book subscription, and so far I have been pleasantly surprised. I didn't know what to expect when my first box came in the mail. I was excited, though! I opened the box and saw an inspiring card inside, along with a little gift. Opening the book felt like Christmas morning! Ironically, I am not one to read many books. For some reason I just don't get hooked. But, it was clear Page 1 took my interests into consideration when they selected a book for me. I have been reading a chapter or two each day to keep the joy of reading alive in my life and to keep me engaged and interested. They chose a book that was tailored to my requests. I cannot wait to receive my second book, and I am hopeful to have the same experience as much first box.

I'm LOVING my Page 1 subscription! It's clear thought is put into selecting the perfect books for me each month. I'm almost a little freaked out that they seem to know me so well! Can't wait for my next book.

I got this book subscription for my daughter who is a voracious reader. I honestly though that the first book selection would be one that she had already read. She consumes popular series and books at a crazy pace (HUGE fan of Keeper of Lost Cities and Chris Colfer series!), but the book that was delivered was one that neither of us had ever heard of. She was SO excited to unwrap the box. The cover was beautiful, and she truly enjoyed the book! The wrapping and little details added to the box were so fabulous. Can't wait to see what arrives next month!

It’s a new book to me and I have not watched the movie either. So far I enjoy it!

I would have never found this book on my own. Thank you for translating my love of all things Austen into an awesome book-find!

I can see why Page One chose this book for me - historical fiction is my go to. I’ve heard of this book before. Overall it was ok, I did like the premise and Clara’s story, but the writing fell a bit flat for me. It was an enjoyable read But I didn’t feel like the characters had as much depth as I would have liked.

Attica Locke's book Bluebird, Bluebird was a new author and perspective that I found intriguely interesting, but I was very disappointed in the ending. I have enough stress in my life at this time and read for escape. I have just read all of the books by S W Hubbard and look forward to her future editions. Jill Ferguson

Perfection! It’s like waking up Christmas morning and seeing presents under the tree. I can’t wait for my next box.

They picked a perfect book for me. I can’t wait to read it!

I already own this book and customer service was quick to respond and let me know they'd send a replacement - what a wonderful service! That being said, I'm thrilled that Page One also knew i would love Luster. It's exactly up my alley and I love that Page One is supporting diverse authors!

The excitement I had when opening my first box is almost unexplainable (my husband literally said: “wow I need to find a gift that makes you as happy as that just did”)! The packaging details are beautiful and thoughtful, the extra bookish item (I got a fun pack of pencils) was great, and the book picked for me was PERFECT!!

Receiving a surprise book in the mail is the best!!!

The boxing is so cute! Loved the added pencils! Really enjoy the whole concept of unwrapping a surprise book picked just for me! Half way thru the book and I LOVE it!

Love getting a surprise book that fits me!

Love the pick because it was likely something I would have overlooked on my own and I love discovering new books!

I'll admit that I was quite skeptical upon opening my box. I am a picky reader, and I really expected you guys to fail on the first go. This small, little baby book was unexpected. I saw it was reviewed by Jia Tolentino and sighed because, how cliche and boring to be grouped into the posse of discontented millennial fangirls (although that's probably exactly where I belong). I sat down immediately and started reading to prove that it wasn't for me. I didn't stop til I'd finished it at 3am. Fucking. Fabulous. An addictingly self-destructive, honest, and hilarious portrait of two very unique (yet recognizable) characters. I don't know who you people are or what makes you so freaking perfect at your job -- but woah, I'm thoroughly impressed. Here I am thinking I'm complex and undefinable in my reading tastes, but then I get this book and I'm, like, totally transparent to you guys. So first of all, thank you, I'd never even heard of this book two days ago and it's now a favorite. And second of all, how do you do it?! Are you book psychologists?! (This is an idea I've always been fascinated by because truly what people need most when they are suffering is art and a reminder of the ubiquity of human experience - and you guys seem to facilitate this kind of soul medicine). Do I fall into a category of readers with similar tastes in an excel spreadsheet with associated recommendations? Or did a magical Page One fairy goddess sit down, read my preferences, think about it (imagine me? my life?), and conjure up the perfect complement to my bookshelf? "'Well, I believe that good deeds are returned. And I believe that we're all in the right place at the right time to help each other out of not help each other out, depending on the way we feel moved to act. It's an invisible impulse, but I think, and I don't know if this is too much to say, but I think it's something else that's telling us how to act.' 'That's a deep feeling, friend,' said the loud guy. The two guys continued to talk about the invisible accidents of politeness and cruelty or whatever and, eventually, Megan tuned them out and turned to the window."

Wow! The book they picked out for me was perfect. It felt really great to support this subscription box because I could tell time and energy had been put into it. It felt personal even when I live across the country!

Loved the Author pencils! I received The Girl Who Fell From The Sky, and it was very good. I think Page 1 Books did a very good job picking a book for me! I’m not sure I liked the ending of this book, and I would also enjoy a much longer story for my next pick, but all in all it was something I enjoyed reading! Thank you!

My first Page 1 Books box is such a winner! They picked the PERFECT book for me!

Just received my first Page 1 subscription box. I had read reviews and was, admittedly, skeptical. When I opened the box, I still wasn’t sure. It didn’t seem like the right book for me. Then I started reading... and it’s magical. By the end of chapter one, I was in love with Ordinary Grace, by William Kent Krueger. Page 1, you have a new fan for sure!

I'm very much enjoying the selection you all made for me. "When the English Fall" is written at a pace that welcomes you into the narrator's experience. It is not rushed, it is a gently unfolding account of a paralyzing and emergency-ridden time in an imagined world history. This is not the norm for the genre of post-apocalyptic fiction that I'm used to and I find my self soothed by the narrator's voice despite what's going on around him. Thank you for introducing me to a new way of experiencing a genre I love.

Love my first book and getting book mail is never a bad thing. Fun to have a blind date with a book!

Loved the box with the packaging and freebie pencils! The book had been on my list a while and it was great! I’m done with my other book subscription. You win!

I was so hesitant about the surprise aspect of Page 1 but WOW the absolute thrill of waiting for the package and opening it was so much more than I could have asked for! I am a huge reader so I was nervous about getting a book I've already read or that I already owned but NO FEAR because Page 1 gave me a book that I had never heard of and was right up my alley! Believe the hype, this place is LEGIT. Their packaging is also super cute and they give you a little gift (this time, literary themed pencils... mine were grammar ones and they were perfect). They are also super responsive on email and are super caring and amazing human beings. I can't wait to be a lifelong devotee.

Got my first box today! Excited to read Ordinary Grace by William Kent Krueger and I love the pencils:)

I never would've picked my first book myself, but it was spot on. I absolutely loved it. I loved how flawed the narrator was, but you rooted for him. I loved how irreverent the humor was. I loved how everyone needed to forgive to heal. I loved how it was heavy, but not. I can't wait for future picks!

This was my first Page 1 box and I am so excited about the pick! It felt personal yet out of the box, and that was such a satisfying combination. I'm so excited to see what comes next and can't wait to dive into this book!

I don’t know who reads such a shirt writer profile and picks out this book to send to them, but you need to hunt that person down and give them A bonus. This came just after a hugely disappointing first box from Curator Crate — in which I had said I don’t read trendy books just because they’re trendy and they sent me all trendy books. Thank you from the bottom of my reader’s heart.

I had no doubts going into this subscription because I’m a pretty easy-to-please reader; but I do want to say, I screamed with delight at my book pick! I love getting book recs, but I love getting book rec mail even more!

I am really excited about the book that came for me. It seems like something I would enjoy and it felt very handpicked. I am curious if this book was my actual page one book package or the book of the month credit book because other friends told me they had things like coasters and stickers in their packages...and I didn't have any. But maybe I am confused? Regardless, this book does seem like it's a great pick for me :) Thanks

Was a bit predictable typical of a psychological thriller. I wanted to like it more than I did. I was entertained, but not wowed.