JUNE MYSTERY BOOXIES SUBSCRIPTION BOX AUSTRALIA

Hello Book lovers, winter is here!  It is getting into the one-digit in early morning hours here in Melbourne, which means it is time to cosy up with a book at home. We won't dwell on the cold too much, though, because it's time for the much-anticipated reveal of our latest Mystery Booxies selection.

Mystery Booxies is a monthly service that delivers a curated selection of books directly to your doorstep. It's a fantastic way to explore new authors and broaden your literary horizons in the new year.

Each box contains a brand new book, a bookmark, and exciting extras like tea, snacks, and drinks (alcoholic or non-alcoholic, depending on your preference). All books are hand-picked by passionate bibliophiles and are guaranteed to be a delightful surprise from recent releases.

Mystery Booxies offers flexible subscription options, including monthly, bi-monthly, and can be with zero commitment or on a 6 month or 12 month plans. For a lighter and more affordable option, choose the boxless subscription, which includes a book, tea, and a bookmark without the fuss.

Whether you're looking to smash your reading goals, discover new genres, or simply enjoy a delightful surprise, Mystery Booxies is the perfect treat for bookworms or those wanting to reconnect with books or discover the magic of reading all over. Plus, you'll be supporting independent booksellers and publishers plus many Australian businesses, small and big.

We are very excited about the books we chose for you this month. You are in for a Bookish treat this month!

General Fiction Book of The Month

The Names by Florence Knapp

The unforgettable debut novel that became an instant global sensation, The Names asks how a name can shape the course of a life and explores the single what-if moments that can overturn a person's fate

Tomorrow - if morning comes, if the storm stops raging - Cora will register the name of her son. Or perhaps, and this is her real concern, she'll formalise who he will become.

It is 1987, and in the aftermath of a great storm, Cora sets out with her nine-year-old daughter to register the birth of her son. Her husband intends for her to follow a long-standing family tradition and call the baby after him. But when faced with the decision, Cora hesitates. Going against his wishes is a risk that will have consequences, but is it right for her child to inherit his name from generations of domineering men? The choice she makes in this moment will shape the course of their lives.

Seven years later, her son is Bear, a name chosen by his sister, and one that will prove as cataclysmic as the storm from which it emerged. Or he is Julian, the name his mother set her heart on, believing it will enable him to become his own person. Or he is Gordon, named after his father and raised in his cruel image - but is there still a chance to break the mould?

Powerfully moving and full of hope, this is the story of three names, three versions of a life, and the infinite possibilities that a single decision can spark. It is the story of one family, and love's endless capacity to endure, no matter what fate has in store.

Crime/ Thriller Book of The Month

The Death of Us by Abigail Dean

It’s the story everyone wants to hear.

That spring night in South London, when Isabel and Edward’s lives were torn apart.

The night Isabel learned that the worst things wait, just outside the door.

The night Edward learned that he was powerless to stop them.

The night they never talk about.

When their attacker is caught, it's finally time to tell the story of that night.

Not to the world. Or to the man who did it. But to each other.

This is a story of murder. This is a story of survival. But most of all, this is a story of love.

Romance Book of the Month

Salty Spiced and a Little Bit Nice by Cynthia Timoti

Crazy Rich Asians meets Always Be My Maybe in this deliciously sugar-free rom-com from debut author Cynthia Timoti.

She's salty, he's spice - there's no room for sugar in this fake relationship, but it may be sweeter than they think...

Ellie Pang has had enough of her controlling family, who have been micromanaging her life since her type 1 diabetes diagnosis. When her parents orchestrate a public proposal from their business partner's son, a proposal that goes humiliatingly viral, Ellie escapes to the other side of the country to put her dream of opening a sugar-free bakery into action. After all, she's done her research. How hard can it be?

She hits a snag when her storefront turns out to be a dump and in need of major renovations. Worse, the only person who can help her turn things around is Alec Mackenzie, her brother's best friend and the man responsible for crushing her teenage heart ten years ago.

But Alec has a proposal of his own: he needs a pretend girlfriend in order to cement a business deal. All they need to do is feign love and affection, while trying not to maim each other. As the thin line between hate and fake-madly-in-love starts to blur, buried secrets resurface, and Ellie must learn to trust her heart.

Fantasy/ Romantasy Book of The Month

A Curse Carved in Bone by Danielle L. Jensen

A shield maiden fights to break the shackles of prophecy – and to overcome the betrayal of the man who broke her heart – in this searing conclusion to the Norse-inspired fantasy romance duology that began with the No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling A Fate Inked in Blood.

A shield maiden fights to break the shackles of prophecy - and to overcome the betrayal of the man who broke her heart - in this searing conclusion to the Norse-inspired fantasy romance duology that began with the No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling A Fate Inked in Blood.

With the secret of her divine heritage revealed, Freya finds herself on a path that will see thousands of lives lost to the magic in her blood. Desperate to avoid this dark fate, she risks an alliance with Skaland's greatest enemy to seek answers from the seer who foretold her future - the same seer who sent Bjorn to kill her.

While Freya still seethes with rage over Bjorn's betrayal, the blood oaths that bind her demand that she keep him close as she hunts for a way to avert the looming war. Her magic draws her to the front lines of an old enmity, embroiling her with Nordeland's Unfated - children of the gods who serve the king she was raised to fear. The same king who, unlike Bjorn, is now willing to fight at her back. For despite the desire that burns hot between Bjorn and Freya, his growing distrust of her chosen path threatens to drag them further apart.

As war approaches, gods and mortals must choose their weapons. Yet the fiercest battle will be the one Freya wages within herself. With the magic of two goddesses burning in her veins, she must weave the threads of destiny to decide her own fate: Will she be the shield that protects her people or the curse that destroys them?

Non-Fiction Book of The Month

Broken Brains by Jamila Rizvi & Rosie Waterland

A personal book about physical brain health and mental brain health, and how they coexist in two very different spaces.

At the age of 31 Jamila Rizvi was diagnosed with a rare brain tumour. When she shared her diagnosis with loved ones, good friend Rosie Waterland proposed the tumour eventually be named ‘Jam’s Jerky’ and kept on display in a jar.
While this sensitive proposal was politely declined, there was a reason Jamila had turned to Rosie for support. Rosie knows what it’s like to live with a broken brain. After a childhood of abuse and neglect, she had been dealing with significant trauma symptoms for years.
Jamila and Rosie soon discovered their broken brains had more in common than they could ever have imagined.
In this brave and honest book they share their parallel experiences of being sick, alongside the advice of those who’ve been there before.
Broken Brains offers exactly what both Jamila and Rosie wish they’d had at the height of their illnesses: comfort, solidarity and understanding. Sometimes funny, sometimes brutal, this book is essential reading for anyone who has ever been sick or loved someone who was.

Young Adults Book of The Month

Wandering Wild by Lynette Noni

Lynette Noni delivers a swoony YA romance perfect for readers wanting a high stakes lost-in-the-wilderness adventure brimming with tension-filled romance.

*Gorgeous sprayed edges and pearlescent cover edition only available while stocks last*

A GIRL HAUNTED BY TRAGEDY.
A BOY SEEKING REDEMPTION.
A WILDERNESS AS BEAUTIFUL AS IT IS DEADLY.

Zander Rune was the darling of Hollywood until he fell from glory and was labelled a problematic bad boy. His public image needs fixing—fast—or he’ll lose the role of a lifetime, and all his dreams with it.

Charlie Hart is a regular teenage girl who despises everything Zander represents. But thanks to her scheming best friend and an ill-timed social media competition, Charlie finds herself pretending to be Zander’s biggest fan on a four-day reality TV adventure led by renowned survivalist Rykon Hawke.

When their trip goes horribly wrong, Charlie and Zander are left stranded in the wilderness. No Rykon, no film crew, no rescue. The only way they’ll survive is if they trust each other. But in order to do so, both will have to let go of the ghosts of their pasts, and just maybe find themselves—and one another—in the process.

Products of The Month

This month we chose something that we know is the perfect pairing to your read this winter .. Rich dark hot chocolate from Cuvee and handmade peanut chocolate from Hunted and Gathered! We also included, as we often do, sparkling water from our friends at Calm & Stormy and, of course, 2x tea pyramids from Tea Drop.

As June and the start of winter weather come along, these amazing reads offer the perfect escape into worlds of magic and romance. and can make the perfect selfcare treat for yourself. Whether you're seeking pulse-pounding thrills, heartwarming tales, or fantastical adventures, these captivating reads have something for everyone. So, why wait? It's time to get your Mystery Booxies and enjoy the perfect bookish box this month and every month until you are booked out (if such a thing can happen).

And for a limited time only, you can get 30% OFF your first Mystery Booxies when you sign up for a 12 month plan or 15% OFF your first Boxless Booxies when you sign up for a 12 month plan. 

There is no better time to start your bookish journey with Booxies or to send a loved one a book subscription gift box to bring joy and warmth to their year. The perfect book lover's gift you can possibly find.