Book of the Month, relaunched in 2015, delivers curated hardcovers to your door with plans ranging from $16.99 to $17.99 monthly. Available on iOS, Android, and desktop, cancelling can save you up to $216 annually. Visit Book of the Month. While everyone on social media is debating the latest Sarah J. Maas plot twist, you might just want your shelf space back. According to the Better Business Bureau, the company has closed over 150 complaints in the last 3 years, with users frequently citing "difficulty cancelling" and "unexpected charges" as major headaches. Recent frustration over credit expiration policies has also trended online. Here is how to stop the shipments.
How to Cancel Book of the Month on iPhone (iOS)
If you subscribed through the Apple App Store, you must cancel there. Deleting the app does nothing.
1 Open Settings
Tap the grey Settings gear icon on your home screen. It is usually on the first page.
2 Tap Your Name
Click your Apple ID profile at the very top of the list. It has your picture.
3 Select Subscriptions
Tap Subscriptions. If you do not see it, check under 'Media & Purchases' instead.
4 Find Book of the Month
Scroll through the list until you see Book of the Month. Tap it.
5 Cancel Subscription
Hit Cancel Subscription in red. If you only see 'Renew', it is already cancelled.
How to Cancel Book of the Month on Android
Use this method if your billing goes through Google Play. Otherwise, use the desktop method.
1 Open Google Play Store
Launch the Play Store app on your Android device.
2 Tap Profile Icon
Click your profile picture in the top right corner.
3 Go to Payments & Subscriptions
Select Payments & subscriptions from the menu list.
4 Select Subscriptions
Tap Subscriptions to view your active recurring charges.
5 Cancel Book of the Month
Find Book of the Month in the list, tap it, and select Cancel subscription. Follow the confirmation prompts.
How to Cancel Book of the Month on Desktop
This is the most reliable method if you signed up directly through their website.
1 Log In
Go to the Book of the Month website and log into your account.
2 Go to Account Page
Click on the profile icon or your initials in the top right corner to open the menu.
3 Find Membership Settings
Scroll down to the Membership section. It is often buried near the bottom.
4 Click Cancel Membership
Look for a link that says Cancel Membership or 'Stop Membership'. They might try to offer you a 'Pause' option first.
5 Confirm Cancellation
Follow the prompts to decline the pause offer and finalize the cancellation. You should receive an email confirmation.
Cancel by Email or Live Chat
If the buttons are missing or the website is glitching, you can force a cancellation through support.
- Email: Send a request to [email protected]. Include your full name and the email address associated with the account.
- Phone: You can try calling 1-888-784-2670, though wait times can be long (Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm EST).
What is Book of the Month Cancellation Policy
Book of the Month requires you to cancel before your renewal date, which is typically the 1st of the month. If you forget and the month rolls over, you are charged. Once a book has shipped, there are absolutely no refunds. It is yours. You can cancel anytime, but you will lose any unused credits immediately upon cancellation unless you opt to 'pause' instead. It is a strict policy that catches a lot of people off guard.
Before You Cancel Book of the Month: What You Should Know
Consider these points before you cut the cord:
- Unused Credits: You will likely lose access to accumulated credits immediately. Use them to order books before hitting cancel.
- BFF Status: If you are a 'BFF' (reached after shipping 12 boxes), you lose that status and the free birthday book perk if you cancel fully.
- Pausing: You can pause for up to 3 months to keep your credits safe without paying the monthly fee.
Having Trouble Cancelling Your Book of the Month Subscription?
Struggling to get the cancellation to stick? Try these fixes:
- Check Third-Party Billing: If you don't see a cancel button on the website, you likely subscribed via Apple or Google Play. Check your phone settings.
- Use a Desktop Browser: The mobile site can be finicky. Log in from a laptop or use 'Desktop Mode' on your phone browser.
- Email Support: If the 'Cancel' button is greyed out or missing, email [email protected] immediately to create a paper trail before the 1st of the month.
Subscription Plans and Pricing (2025)
| Plan Type | Cost | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Plan | ~$16.99 - $17.99 / mo | Includes 1 hardcover book credit per month. Price varies by account age. |
| Annual Plan | ~$199.99 / yr | Prepay for 12 credits. Slightly cheaper per book. |
| Add-Ons | ~$10.99 / book | Cost for additional books added to your box. |
How Pine AI Can Help You Cancel Your Book of the Month Subscription
Subscription fatigue is real in 2025, and paying for books you don't have time to read is just throwing money away. Pine AI handles the breakup for you.
Step 1: Let's get started to cancel Book of the Month Simply tell us you want to cancel your Book of the Month subscription. We will ask for a few account details to locate your membership.
Step 2: Pine gets to work We navigate the confusing clicks, dodge the 'pause' traps, and handle the awkward support emails to ensure it is actually cancelled. We don't just suggest it; we finish it.
Step 3: You're free from Book of the Month The payments stop and you get your shelf space back. No 'retention offers,' no run-around, just a confirmed 'one-and-done' result.
Frequently Asked Questions about Book of the Month
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