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A Romance Book
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Bookish Goodies
Themed goodies such as stickers, bookmarks, and other smaller decorative items all readers would love
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*Apparel and Accessories
One of a kind bookish themed apparel typically made by a local artist or artisan such as t-shirts, hats. At least one accessory for hardcore fantasy readers such as e-reader sleeves, grips, decorated bookmarks and much more.
*Only included in the Hopelessly Romantic Box
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Get exclusive discounts to be used in-store or online and access to our discord server where we host discussions with other fellow romantics centered around the book of the month!
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Choose your box
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Live happily ever after
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August 2025 Romance Box Book
The Spellshop
Spice Level 🌶️
PAPERBACK RELEASE DATE: MAY 27, 2025
Author: Sarah Beth Durst
The Spellshop is Sarah Beth Durst’s romantasy debut–a lush cottagecore tale full of stolen spellbooks, unexpected friendships, sweet jams, and even sweeter love.
Join Kiela the librarian and her assistant, Caz the sentient spider plant, as they navigate the low stakes market of illegal spellmaking and the high risk business of starting over.
“Sarah Beth Durst is the hidden gem of the fantasy world.” —Book Riot
Kiela has always had trouble dealing with people. Thankfully, as librarian at the Great Library of Alyssium, she hasn’t had to.
She and her assistant, Caz, a magically sentient spider plant, have spent the last eleven years sequestered among the empire’s most precious spellbooks, preserving their magic for the city’s elite. But when a revolution begins and the library goes up in flames, she and Caz save as many books as they can carry and flee to a faraway island Kiela was sure she’d never return to: her childhood home. Kiela hopes to lay low in the overgrown and rundown cottage her late parents left her and figure out a way to survive without drawing the attention of either the empire or the revolutionaries. Much to her dismay, in addition to a nosy—and very handsome—neighbor, she finds the town neglected and in a state of disrepair.
The empire, for all its magic and power, has been neglecting for years the people who depend on magical intervention to maintain healthy livestock and crops. Not only that, but the very magic that should be helping them has been creating destructive storms that have taken a toll on the island. Due to her past role at the library, Kiela feels partially responsible for this, and now she’s determined to find a way to make things right: by opening the island’s first-ever secret spellshop.
Her plan comes with risks—the consequence of sharing magic with commoners is death. And as Kiela comes to make a place for herself among the kind and quirky townspeople of her former home, she realizes that in order to make a life for herself, she must learn to break down the walls she has built up so high.
Like a Hallmark rom-com full of mythical creatures and fueled by cinnamon rolls and magic, Sarah Beth Durst’s The Spellshop will heal your heart and feed your soul.
Our Boxes
Romance Lover Box - $30 CAD
Included in every box:
- Romance novel
- Themed goody (eg. stickers, bookmarks)
- Exclusive in-store/online discount(s)
- Access to the book of the month discord
Hopelessly Romantic - $50 CAD
Included in every box:
- Romance novel
- Accessory or themed apparel (eg. t-shirt, hats)
- Themed goody (eg. stickers, bookmarks)
- Exclusive in-store/online discount(s)
- Access to the book of the month discord
Got questions? We got you!
When will you ship my box?
Your box will be shipped 1-2 business days after the first business day of the month.
Can I still order a box after the month has started?
Yes, you can purchase the ongoing month's box up until 2 weeks before the end of the month.
Do you ship internationally?
We currently ship to all countries internationally. Shipping times will vary depending on location and will be calculated at the time of purchase.
How do I cancel my subscription?
Canceling is easy! Each of your subscriptions can be managed via the Hopeless Romantic account portal. The log in can be found in the top right corner of our website or for the mobile website, by clicking the "Cart" button on our website.
Can I swap for a different book or pause my subscription?
We understand that you may have already read the book of the month or perhaps you may want to read a different book other than what's being offered. However, due to the nature of what's in stock we cannot offer a book swap. To avoid receiving a book you've already read, we will post the upcoming book of the month at least one week prior to delivering next month's subscription box. You can find that book on this page and on our social media channels. We encourage you to take a look and see if this month's box interests you. If you'd like to skip this month's delivery, you can do so through the subscription portal.
Is shipping included in the price of the box?
Due to the nature of where we ship & the varying shipping rates, we cannot offer free shipping at this time. Shipping and tax will be calculated at the point of purchase.