Books in the Woods Quarterly Subscription Boxes
A seasonal journey through stories, nature, and imagination—personalized for every reader.
Every three months, you'll receive a beautifully curated box filled with books and thoughtful extras—tailored to the unique interests, reading level, and preferences you share with us.
Whether you’re nurturing a young reader, supporting a curious teen, or diving into meaningful reads yourself, our subscription boxes are rooted in the belief that stories should reflect who we are, where we are, and what moves us.
Each box includes:
-
Three books, hand-selected just for you
-
Add-ons like journaling prompts, zine kits, stickers, seed packets, bookmarks, or small handcrafted items
-
A reading experience designed to spark joy, connection, and imagination
-
Personalized based on reading level, favorite genres, book length, authors, and special interests
-
Your subscription supports the Books in the Woods Community Bookstore—a nonprofit literacy hub in Pine Mountain Club, CA committed to expanding access to books in rural communities and supporting readers of all ages and abilities—no matter their reading level or learning style.
Children
(Ages 5–10) $45 / quarter
Inspire a lifelong love of reading with stories that build confidence, imagination, and empathy.
Includes:
-
3 handpicked books tailored to your child’s reading level and interests
-
A seasonal craft, activity, or nature-based project
-
Stickers, affirmations, or coloring postcards
-
Occasional surprises like seed packets or story prompts
-
Supports literacy access for children in rural communities
Other options:
-
Gift a box to a loved one – $45
-
Sponsor a Young Voices Read recipient – $45
-
Annual subscription – $170 (save $10)
Great for early readers, homeschoolers, and kids who learn outside the box.
Teens
(Ages 11–17)$50 / quarter
Empower emerging voices with stories that reflect their world, curiosity, and creativity.
Includes:
-
3 books selected based on your teen’s preferred genres, authors, and reading goals
-
Creative journaling or writing prompts
-
A zine sample or DIY zine kit
-
Bookmarks, stickers, or small wellness extras
-
Helps fund teen storytelling programs in rural communities
Other options:
-
Gift a box to a teen – $50
-
Sponsor a Young Voices Read recipient – $50
-
Annual subscription – $190 (save $10)
Books may explore identity, resilience, nature, fantasy, or real-world challenges.
Adults
(18+) $55 / quarter
Meaningful reads for deep thinkers, nature lovers, and soulful storytellers.
Includes:
-
3 carefully chosen books—literary fiction, memoir, nature writing, or creative nonfiction
-
Reflection cards or journaling prompts
-
Optional herbal tea, recipe, or handcrafted seasonal item
-
Bookmarks or locally made literary gifts
-
Supports community-based storytelling and rural literacy programs
Other options:
-
Gift a box to a reader – $55
-
Sponsor a Young Voices Read recipient – $55
-
Annual subscription – $210 (save $10)
Perfect for those who seek books that nourish the spirit and ground the mind.
Why It Matters
Each subscription directly supports:
Book donations to local children through Young Voices Read
Creative publishing opportunities through Teen Zine Program
Cultural connection and rhythm through our Pine Mountain Community Drum Circle
The growth of an inclusive, forest-rooted community bookstore
Subscriptions ship quarterly: Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall.
Your story matters—let us send you books that feel like they were written just for you.