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The ABOS Bookish Advent Calendar
Say hello to our three exciting specials. Celebrate each day of the festive season with a new book, beautifully wrapped and waiting for you. Celebrate diverse voices and support our mission to uncover hidden literary gems with every book you unwrap.
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Each day felt like opening a new Christmas present! I was thrilled with every book, a perfect countdown for book lovers
Emma L.
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THE ABOS BOOKISH ADVENT CALENDAR
Say hello to our three exciting specials. Celebrate each day of the festive season with a new book, beautifully wrapped and waiting for you. Celebrate diverse voices and support our mission to uncover hidden literary gems with every book you unwrap.
⏳ Hurry! Pre-booking is open for Limited Period
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"Each day felt like opening a new Christmas present! I was thrilled with every book, a perfect countdown for book lovers!"
Emma L.
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FESTIVE READS. UNDISCOVERED GEMS.
Each story we’ve chosen comes from an author whose work deserves to be celebrated, making this countdown to Christmas not only a festive treat but a mission to give voice to stories that might otherwise go unread.
Delivery note: All boxes will be dispatched Last week of Nov*
The Perfect Christmas Countdown!
"I loved the surprise element! This was my favorite holiday treat, and every book was a gem."
Sophie D
Why You’ll Love It
Individual Wrapping: Each book is wrapped like a gift, adding excitement and surprise to each day of December.- Perfect for the Season: Enjoy a cozy night in with a new book every evening, a relaxing and festive way to count down to Christmas.
- Limited Edition: Available only for a short time, so get it before it’s gone!
Why You’ll Love It
- Individual Wrapping: Each book is wrapped like a gift, adding excitement and surprise to each day of December.
- Perfect for the Season: Enjoy a cozy night in with a new book every evening, a relaxing and festive way to count down to Christmas.
- Limited Edition: Available only for a short time, so get it before it’s gone!
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FAQ's
When will the Advent Calendar be delivered?
What is The Bookish Advent Calendar?
The ABOS Bookish Advent Calendar is a special 12-day countdown to Christmas, featuring 12 surprise books. Each book is individually wrapped, so you can unwrap a new story every day as you get closer to Christmas.
How are the books packaged?
Each book is individually wrapped, allowing you to experience the joy of unwrapping a new story every day. The packaging is festive and designed to add a touch of holiday excitement to your countdown
What makes this Advent Calendar unique?
Unlike traditional advent calendars, our version supports our mission to rescue and share hidden gems by talented but often underrepresented authors. Each book represents a story that deserves a chance to shine.
What if I don’t like the books?
If you do not like your box you can easily return it. No questions asked! Ship it back and receive a 100% refund. Alternatively before the next box ships you could change your preferences on the online preference form or chat with someone from our customer success team.
Can I find out which books I'll get in my box?
You can't find out which books will be in your surprise box until you receive it. That's part of the surprise!
The Best Bookish Christmas!
"Exceeded my expectations! I was hesitant at first but was blown away by the quality of books and wrapping"
Rachel P
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Each special gift box includes two surprise books set during the Holiday Season period, filled with fun and romance. Add your personalised note with a Gift Envelope.
We top it all up with a holiday season themed bookmark and postcard sized insert
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