Thinking about canceling your Deseret Book subscription? You're not alone. Founded way back in 1866, Deseret Book serves a specific audience with its faith-promoting books and media. Maybe you signed up for their Bookshelf Plus service to keep up with the 'Come, Follow Me' curriculum and now you're done with it. It happens. This guide helps you cancel your subscription, with plans ranging from $9.99 to $99.99, on desktop, iOS, or Android. Getting this done can save you up to $100 a year, which is nothing to sneeze at. Let's get this sorted out.
How to Cancel Deseret Book Subscription on Desktop
Canceling on their website is the most direct method, assuming you can find the right buttons. I had to refresh the page once because the 'Manage' link didn't load properly. Maybe it was just me, maybe not.
1 Log In to Your Account
Head over to the Deseret Book website and log into your account. This is usually the first hurdle.
2 Navigate to 'My Account'
Once you're in, find the 'My Account' section. It's typically located by clicking your name or a profile icon in the top-right corner of the page.
3 Find Your Subscription
This is where it can get a little tricky. You need to find a menu item labeled 'Bookshelf Plus Subscription' or something similar. It might not be immediately obvious.
4 Select 'Manage Subscription'
Click on the link to manage your subscription. You should see your plan details and, hopefully, a clear button or link that says Cancel Subscription. Sometimes they hide it, so look carefully.
5 Confirm the Cancellation
The system will likely ask you if you're sure you want to cancel. Follow the prompts and click Confirm. Don't leave the page until you see a message confirming the cancellation was successful.
How to Cancel Deseret Book Subscription on iOS
If you subscribed through the app on your iPhone, you have to cancel through Apple, not Deseret Book. This confuses a lot of people, so don't feel bad if you were looking in the wrong place.
1 Open Your Device Settings
Forget the Deseret Book app. You need to open the main Settings app on your iPhone or iPad.
2 Tap on Your Apple ID
At the very top of the Settings screen, tap on your name and Apple ID profile.
3 Go to 'Subscriptions'
From the list of options, find and tap on Subscriptions. This will show you everything you're subscribed to through your Apple account.
4 Find the Deseret Book Subscription
Scroll through the list until you find the Deseret Bookshelf subscription. Tap on it to see the details.
5 Tap 'Cancel Subscription'
You'll see a big red Cancel Subscription button at the bottom. Tap it and confirm your choice. That's it. Apple handles the rest.
How to Cancel Deseret Book Subscription on Android
Just like with Apple, Android users who subscribed in-app must cancel through the Google Play Store. You can't do it from the Deseret Book app itself, which is a bit of a pain.
1 Launch the Google Play Store
Open the Google Play Store app on your Android phone or tablet.
2 Tap Your Profile Icon
Tap on your profile icon, which is usually in the top-right corner of the screen.
3 Choose 'Payments & subscriptions'
A menu will pop up. Select Payments & subscriptions from the list.
4 Select 'Subscriptions'
On the next screen, tap on Subscriptions. This will show all your active subscriptions managed by Google.
5 Find and Cancel the Subscription
Find the Deseret Bookshelf subscription in the list, tap on it, and then select Cancel subscription. Follow the final prompts to confirm.
Cancel Deseret Book Subscription with phone
If you'd rather talk to a person, you can call their customer service at 1-800-453-4532. They are available Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (MST) and Saturday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (MST). Have your account info ready. One user mentioned, 'I had to call twice. The first rep couldn't find my account.' So be prepared for a little hassle.
Cancel Deseret Book Subscription with email
You can send an email to service@deseretbook.com. Be sure to include your full name and the email address tied to your account to avoid back-and-forth questions. An email is good for a paper trail, but don't expect an immediate response. It usually takes them 1-2 business days to get back to you.
Cancel Deseret Book Subscription with live chat
Deseret Book has a live chat option on their website. Go to DeseretBook.com and look for a 'Chat' or 'Help' icon, usually floating in the bottom-right corner. This can be faster than email, but you might have to wait in a queue for an available agent.
Before you cancel, here are a few things to keep in mind. First, you will not get a prorated refund. If your subscription renews today and you cancel tomorrow, you've paid for the whole month or year. Your access will continue until the end of that billing period. Also, your Deseret Book account itself won't be deleted, so any books you actually purchased are safe. You just lose access to the subscription library. And no, you can't pause the subscription, it's an all-or-nothing deal.
Deseret Book Plans and Pricing 2025
| Plan | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Bookshelf Plus Monthly | $9.99/month | Gives you streaming access to a huge library of LDS-focused audiobooks and ebooks. Billed every month. |
| Bookshelf Plus Annual | $99.99/year | You get the exact same access as the monthly plan, but you save about $20 by paying for the whole year upfront. |
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Olivia Harper
Content Manager
Olivia Harper, a Content Manager with nine years of experience, creates user-focused guides on subscription services. Featured in Digital Consumer Reports, her work simplifies subscription terms and cancellations.
