May 07, 2023

I was thrilled with the selections inside my box. The curators very clearly read the information I provided and thoughtfully selected books just for me! The books are older and used, but in very very good condition. I am very satisfied with my choice for a book subscription, out of the many options here on Cratejoy, and look forward to future shipments!

Aug 04, 2023

Used Books Monthly has really helped me step out of my comfort zone and allowed me to reevaluate what I enjoy as a reader. I also can’t speak highly enough of the team, as they were so quick to help me when out when I had an issue with the shipment of my order. All in all, a great service from great people. I highly recommend!

Today

This is my first box from this subscription and I selected fantasy and science fiction books. There are pros and cons to this box.
The Good parts are that the shipping was really fast, the books are reasonably priced (I did the 2 book subscription) and the books themselves were in perfect condition minus a few areas that let you know they were used. These weren't anything off-putting, just a few crinkles on the book jacket of one novel, and a small tear on the spine of the paperback.
The bad part is that neither of the two books I received fell into the fantasy or science fiction categories I selected, which is awkward. The paperback was a satire/allegory and the other was a regular fiction novel (think The Da Vinci Code) that had a few vampires thrown in to make the story somewhat supernatural. The book was actually a thriller.
One thing I kept in mind when I ordered my box was that the books might not be something I'd be interested in reading, and that the company can only work with the books they have at their disposal. That being said, I'm not sure how I ended up with books in genres other than what I selected. At the time of ordering I also provided the names of authors I typically read, as well as some sub-genres, in the hopes that that might help the curators.
I'll try the box again in the hopes that I get books in the genres I...

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Jun 13, 2023

This box was awesome! I’m so excited for my next one. I got some interesting reads along with one from my favorite author. They even sent me an extra book for my first box.

Jun 07, 2023

This subscription was definitely the best thing I’ve ever spent my hard earned money. My girlfriend is a true book lover. I initially bought it to avoid the book store EVERY WEEKEND.. but now I look forward to see how she lights up at the selections sent on a monthly basis. She reads a lot so I was worried that’s she’d be sent several books that she had already read. Every book so far is new to her!
Well worth it!!

Jun 22, 2023

I liked both book selections I received. Excoted to start reading them.

May 10, 2023

My first shipment is a home run! Fast shipping, great choices!

Mar 30, 2023

I genuinely believe these curators pick better books for me than I do for myself. Every one has been a hit so far!

Mar 29, 2023

I am enjoying getting surprise books in the mail through this monthly subscription! I have gotten 4 boxes so far and only the last one had me a little puzzled about the choices. I have not read the books yet so it might turn out great but based on the titles and covers one seems a bit outside the normal choice. I look forward to getting more books though!

May 21, 2023

Overall I think this was a fabulous deal and a great packaged box. I do however think many of the books I received didn’t fit my description or preference. I do read a lot so I will look outside my comfort zone. BUT I do think getting a 1995 book was a little crazy. It’s in great condition and luckily I do use these in my house as decor.
Unfortunately I don’t think anyone read my preferences because the books I received don’t fit at all. I could understand 3/4 fitting and one being crazy to get me out of my normal comfort zone—this shipment is more of a 0/4. None of the books have an over 4.0 on Goodreads, but I will give them all a shot.
I just hope they get more recent as with this old of a used book collection I’m seriously better off at a library.