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Lets Buy Books
New books at up to 75% off — a budget-friendly source for box sets, illustrated editions, and children’s gifts
Most gifts £10–£30, with free UK delivery over £35
Lets Buy Books sells new books at deep discounts by purchasing publisher overstock — a model that turns surplus inventory into affordable gifts. The catalog is vast (over 6,000 titles), but only about one in thirty products works as a gift. What makes the cut? Illustrated children’s books, deluxe hardcovers, and box sets of popular series, all priced between £10 and £30. The shop’s strength lies in making multi-book gifts accessible: a £30 budget buys a five-book collection, not a mere single title.
This is a shop for practical gift-givers. It excels for mothers, daughters, and children’s gifts, where the emotional value comes from the thought behind the selection rather than the price tag. The lack of gift wrapping or personalisation keeps things simple, but the affordability makes it easy to pair a book with a small extra (a bookmark, a candle) to improve the presentation. Just don’t expect luxury editions or signed copies — this is a no-frills, value-driven source for thoughtful but budget-conscious gifts.
What you’ll find
A vast catalog of discounted books, with the best gift picks concentrated in illustrated children’s books, deluxe hardcovers, and box sets of popular series. Think *The Story Orchestra Collection* (£32.49), *Beatrix Potter’s Complete Peter Rabbit* (£38.99), and *Kristin Hannah’s 5-Book Collection* (£29.99). The shop also stocks cookbooks, self-help titles, and themed collections, but the standout gifts are the visually appealing editions that arrive looking like a considered present.
Best for
Mothers, daughters, sisters, and children — especially for birthdays, Christmas, and baby showers. The shop’s strength is gifts where personal meaning matters more than price: a box set for a book-loving mother, a touch-and-feel book for a baby shower, or a fantasy series for a young reader. It’s less ideal for partners or colleagues unless you know their tastes well, as the catalog leans toward women’s and children’s interests.
Our picks
What Lets Buy Books carries
Good to know
- UK delivery takes 2–5 days, with free shipping over £35
- No gift wrapping or messaging — presentation is DIY
- 14-day returns window for unwanted items
- Books are new but sourced from publisher overstock, reducing waste
Shopper’s note
The free shipping threshold (£35) aligns with a typical multi-book gift basket. Pair a £25 box set with a £10 cookbook or self-help title to hit the threshold without overspending.
Common questions
What’s the price range for gifts?
Most gifts range from £10 to £30, with box sets typically £20–£40. The shop’s discount model makes multi-book gifts affordable — a £30 budget buys a five-book collection.
Does Lets Buy Books ship outside the UK?
No, the shop currently only ships within the UK. Delivery takes 2–5 days.
Can I add gift wrapping or a message?
No, the shop does not offer gift wrapping or messaging. You’ll need to handle presentation yourself.
Are the books new or secondhand?
All books are new but sourced from publisher overstock. They may have minor shelf wear but are otherwise in new condition.
What’s the returns policy?
You have 14 days to return unwanted items, in line with UK distance selling regulations.
Is this an independent bookshop?
No, Lets Buy Books is a discount retailer specialising in publisher overstock. It is not an independent bookshop.
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