Blind Date with a Book No. 011

You don't get to know what's inside. That's the whole point. A pre-loved book wrapped in salvaged paper, tied with a rescued ribbon, and paired with a pouch of locally sourced organic tea — the perfect excuse to clear the afternoon.

A blind date with a book is a love letter to serendipity. Instead of judging by the cover you choose by clues alone. Each wrapped parcel comes with a handwritten clue card hinting at the story inside, just enough to intrigue, not enough to spoil. It's a reading adventure for people who loved books before they needed a five-star rating to justify them.

Tucked alongside is a pouch of organic tea from a local producer. We think every great book deserves a great brew. Settle in, tear back the paper, and meet your next favourite read.

What's in the parcel

• One pre-loved book — carefully selected, gently read, full of life
• A clue card with hints to guide (but not reveal) your mystery read
• A pouch of locally sourced organic tea
• Wrapped by hand in salvaged paper and tied with a reclaimed ribbon

The clue card

Genre: Fiction

1940s New York

Sequins

Sewing

Showgirls and sass

Condition rating: VG

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Makes a wonderful gift for

Devoted readers, reluctant readers you're trying to win back, book club members, anyone in a reading rut, tea lovers, slow-living enthusiasts, or anyone who deserves an afternoon entirely to themselves.

Made to order, made with intention

Every parcel is assembled to order — nothing sits idle, nothing goes to waste. Each book has already lived one life and is ready for another. The wrapping paper and ribbons are salvaged rather than new. It's a gift that does something good before it's even been opened. Read more about the sustainability story behind this concept on the Hello, Sailor blog