Give them a standing date with a good book and a glass of wine to go with it. Every month I choose the book, tell them which wine to pour with it, and save them a seat at book club. It's an hour on the calendar that belongs to them, and a reason to finally open the book on their nightstand.
For the person who keeps saying they want to read more
The Planning is Done for Them
Two things usually stand between someone and the book on their nightstand: knowing what to read next and having time set aside for it. I take care of the first and put the second on their calendar.
A monthly book pick, paired with a wine and a playlist, with my notes on why they belong together
An evening book club on Zoom with readers from all over the country
Journaling prompts, reading challenges, and profiles of the winemakers and authors behind each pick
Early, discounted access to wine workshops and in-person events
They bring the book and the bottle, however they like to read and wherever they like to shop. Book club is just as relaxed. It's a conversation, and nobody is keeping score.
You pay once for the whole gift and choose the day it lands in their inbox. No renewals and no surprise charges.
“I have absolutely LOVED this month’s book and challenge. It brought so much joy into my week.”
Choose Their Chapter
The Novella
A proper introduction: three pairings and three book club nights. Good for coworkers, new friends, and the sister who swears she has no time.
3 months · $32.97
The Novel
Half a year of something to look forward to at the end of every month. Good for anyone heading into a busy season who needs an hour that belongs to them.
6 months · $65.94
The Series
A full year where I do the choosing and the pairing, and all they have to do is show up. Good for your book-club-of-one friend, your mom, or yourself (I won't tell).
12 months · $114
How Gifting Works
Pick a length and pay once. You won't be charged again.
Fill out the gift form. Tell me who it's for, when you'd like it delivered, and what you want your note to say.
I send the gift. On the day you chose, they get an email from me saying it's from you. It includes your note and a code to redeem.
They redeem and settle in. Their first pairing is waiting, along with the date of their first book club.
You'll get a confirmation from me when the gift goes out.
Want to hand them something to unwrap? Ask me for the upcoming picks and tuck the book in with your card!
FAQs
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Nothing automatic. You paid once, and that's the end of your part. I'll check in with them before the last month, and whether they keep going is up to them.
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Yes! Pick the date on the gift form and I'll send it that morning.
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Whenever they redeem their code, so a gift that sits in a busy inbox doesn't lose any time.
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They're in good company. Some members finish the book, some come mid-chapter, and both make for a good night.
"I had such a wonderful time at our first meeting, and I'm truly grateful to be part of a group that feels welcoming, thoughtful, and full of meaningful conversation."
— Kendal K., member -
Book club meets online, and members join from all over the world!
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A real mix. Recent picks include The Wedding People, Sense and Sensibility, Anatomy of an Alibi, and Our Perfect Storm, so a Jane Austen classic can sit right next to a thriller. I plan picks months ahead, so there's time to put a library hold in or find the audiobook. Some months the author joins us, too.
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Yes. The Wine Club sends 3–4 bottles I chose myself, mostly from smaller producers, four times a year. Each shipment is $110–$140 with shipping included, and they don't need a Book Club membership to receive it. Email me at hello@novelpairings.club and I'll set it up.
Still have questions? Email Erin at hello@novelpairings.club with anything you’d like to know!
Give them an hour that's theirs every month
I'll do the work. They pour the glass.
P.S. If they'd love the wine side too, a Wine Club gift sends 3–4 bottles I chose myself, mostly from smaller producers, four times a year. Email me at hello@novelpairings.club and I'll set it up.