Hello everyone! Sorry it's been a while. With the new school year starting, everything got a little crazy. But I'm back and ready to review something completely new: Owlcrate. For those of you that don't know, OwlCrate is a monthly subscription that sends you a book and a bunch of "bookish keepsakes" to go along with it. Each month there's a theme; this month's theme is "Leading Ladies."
"OwlCrate was created to share the joy of reading with the world. We believe in the importance of literature, and the magic of the written word. Stories help to expand our minds, expose us to new experiences, and show us that we're not alone. But we also know that reading can often feel like a solitary activity, and we wanted a way to bring book nerds together. " (OwlCrate).
Now that you know a little about it, I'm excited to share with you this month's unboxing! However, if you are still awaiting your box, look no further. I wouldn't want to spoil this for anyone.
First Opening
I open my box with impatience. This is what I've been looking forward to for the whole month! Couldn't wait to see what was inside.
Divergent Tote Bag
1. A Divergent Tote Bag- I actually haven't read these books, but I do love the movies. Possibly more than Hunger Games! I think it's perfect for the theme "leading ladies" because it shows the traits of Tris- brave and fearless. I can definitely see myself using this bag for books or to go to the gym. It's very versatile.
Funko Key Chain
2. Daenerys Key Chain- Again, I haven't read the books. If I'm being totally honest, I don't like GoT at all (I'm sorry, I'm sorry). However, this little Funko girl was just too cute. So while I probably won't be carrying it around on my key chain (or else I'd look like a fake fan), it's cute enough to sit on my desk!
Arrow Necklace
3. Arrow Necklace- One of the cutest, most practical, things in here is this adorable necklace. Apparently, it was inspired by Katniss from the Hunger Games (which I can see why). I love this almost the most, because it's something I can see myself using every day!
Cute Little Things
4. Other Cute Trinkets- Not sure exactly what to title these, but the box also came with some cute little gifts. A really cool picture of Hermione (from Harry Potter of course), a sticker from the book, another Hermione postcard (with her wonderful cat for all you cat lovers out there), and a cute Divergent bookmark. There were also another things not pictured which was a note from the author. Which brings us to...
Dumplin' by Julie Murphy
5. The Book- This month's book was Dumplin' by Julie Murphy. I'll quote what OwlCrate said about it as a little insight. "...one of the most hilarious, strong, and unconventional female leads we've ever come across. Willowdean Dickson will have you laughing, cheering, and tearing up throughout the entire novel." I'm sure I'll be reviewing this in the future, so I'm not going to go into too much other details. Basically, it's about a strong girl who knows who she is.
The Finished Unboxing
Overall, I am so happy with what OwlCrate does. It gives me the chance to discover new books, remind myself of the nerd I really am, and have access to such cute trinkets on a monthly basis. When the daily struggles of life get to me, this is something that cheers me up instantly. I hope you all have the chance to check it out! OwlCrate is a friendly company that loves all of the people involved. However, there is a wait list. The theme for next month is Spooky, so I definitely recommend you get over there as fast as possible!
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