A Complete Guide to Book of the Month + Add-On Book Recommendations!

OPEN ME FOR TIME STAMPS!

* Please note this video was filmed in June of 2022. Some things have already changed or been added by the time I’m posting this (like beta testing for audiobooks!!!) and of course things will continue to change into the future – check the BOTM website or reach out to their customer service team for the most up-to-date information!

** This video is not sponsored in any way by BOTM!

- TIME STAMPS -
Intro to BOTM
1:31 What is the service, what does it cost, and what do you get?
3:52 How many BOTM titles I have read and enjoyed
5:16 Recent changes to the service including # of picks and pricing
6:10 Blue Box Boutique
6:51 Virtual Book Tour podcast
7:07 BFF status
Book Recommendations
9:41 Thrillers
17:16 Contemporary/Historical Fiction/Romance
25:59 Science Fiction
My Thoughts on BOTM
29:42 Is it worth the price?
30:35 Gift memberships
31:55 My opinion on the selection
34:36 My opinion on the BOTM logo
35:30 My opinion on the Blue Box Boutique
35:50 Final thoughts!

- BOOKS MENTIONED -
Riley Sager books:
The Last Time I Lied
Lock Every Door
Home Before Dark
Ruth Ware books:
The Lying Game
The Turn of the Key
One by One
The It Girl

- FOLLOW/CONTACT/SUPPORT ME –

[Josandy]

I’m definitely one of those people who would love to have an entire BOTM bookshelf. Just so satisfying that they’re all the same size/heights, etc 😭
I’ve been a member since Apr 2021.

[megannavarro]

Loved this video so much!! I joined BOTM last August. I actually just received BFF status last month and was so excited to get the blue bag!! I will admit that I am one of those people who have stockpiled so many BOTM books that I haven’t read yet. Mostly it’s because I’m a book buying addict and also I subscribe to other book subscriptions as well. However, the ones that I have read so far I have liked and even loved. I don’t think I’ve read one yet that I absolutely did not like. Also, I’m one of those people who actually loves the covers! I have no idea why! I just think they’re so sleek and pretty! I am also a thriller lover and most of the thrillers you talked about were also my BOTM picks! Gone Girl is actually my favorite thriller of all time! Although I read it a long time ago, way before I even knew BOTM was a thing! 🤣🤣🤣

[jmirvinggbooks]

I just submitted one of my books to BOTM! I hope they pick it up! 🙌🏽🙌🏽😀🙌🏽

[dawnmorgart]

I love my tote with the book pocket on the side! I love the funny bookmarks. I've been a member since 2016 or 17, I love my shelf!! I've had some duds but have discovered wonderful books and authors too.

[julieinman]

I am a BOTM member and I love it! I joined in Jan 2021 and then cancelled it in Oct of last year when my books were piling up that I hadn't read. I rejoined in March of this year because I missed it (lol) and because I realized how expensive they are at the bookstore! I should have just skipped a couple of months instead of cancelling because I was so close to the BFF rewards and it started over when I rejoined. I love the variety of books they have to offer and have enjoyed all the ones I have gotten and read so far.

[GwendolynKensinger]

I've been a member since January 2018. I agree their Blue Box Boutique items are a bit lack luster. The few items I have purchased though like the notepad and the enamel pins were good quality. I mean you can't really go wrong with a notepad 😆 I reviewed some books on their website and after you do that you get an item from their store (they give you 3 options) and then I got an email that they accidentally sent me another item as well so I could keep it. I also wanted to say that one time I got someone else's box. It even had the wrong name/address in a different city/state (how that happened I will NEVER understand) but I contacted BOTM and they fast shipped my correct box to me and I got to keep the books they sent me. I would say their customer service is pretty great, although at times they are harder to reach than I wish they were. Great video Jordyn!

[LaynasBookshelf]

I love this! The canvas blue bag is a new fav of mine lol I’ve been a member since 2016!
One of my favorite things about the BOTM app is the yearly reading challenge! The candle they sent as the prize smelled SO good!

[Ruby]

I think it’s interesting that a number of new and unknown books went on to be become super popular books. It’s always a bit surprising to see nothing familiar but I think that’s the point. I just went to a yearly subscription. Gift subscriptions or requests are a great idea. I didn’t realize you could stack them.

[angiemerritt]

Recently found you and love your content. We seem to like the same books/botm's/no fantasy lol. Your videos are great!

[Lauren_Jeanne_]

Love this!! I loved hearing what books you recommend from all the genres you read 🥰
I do agree about the logo as someone who organizes by color as well 😅
I love your perspective on the service. I love BOTM too!

[Erika_Kandel]

I love BOTM! I did cancel this month, though. Only because I have 300+ physical books on my shelf unread and it's overwhelming and I want to READ the books I bought, lol.

Did you know it actually started In the 1920's? I can't remember the year. My grandmother was a member in the 90's. It just revamped or whatever in 2015. They have a wiki page you can read it all on, it's interesting!

[kellydye]

Thank you for the overview! I've been debating signing up for awhile. I do have a question though... If you don't like any of the main picks for the month can you choose a past book instead? Or are those only for add-on specifically? (Since I know there are several past books I would be interested in)

[NahomysLibrary]

Sorry I’m so late ❤️❤️ getting through my watch later list

[NahomysLibrary]

Wait not me being a member and not knowing is $16 hahhaah

[asparagusisreading]

As much as I love the box, I decided to unsubscribe because I realized that I was skipping almost every month (uninterested in the picks) and getting the books from my library for free instead.