BookKind
BookKind is a UK online bookshop selling fiction, non-fiction and children's books, passing a tenth of every order's value to a charity the buyer picks.
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About BookKind
BookKind is a UK online bookshop that gives 10% of the full value of each order, not just the profit, to a charity the shopper selects at checkout. It launched on 5 June 2025 and is run by Monwell Limited, an independent ecommerce company led by co-founder and chief executive Sara Montgomery that also operates newspaper-branded bookshops.
What BookKind sells
- Fiction from crime, thrillers and horror to historical fiction, fantasy romance, graphic novels and manga
- Non-fiction including biography and memoir, history, food and drink, nature, sport and travel
- Children's books, from baby and toddler titles and picture books to children's fiction and reference
- Booker Prize shortlist titles, Literary Review picks, merchandise and literary gifts
The catalogue runs to more than 200,000 recent and popular titles. Shoppers choose among 11 charity partners, among them the Booker Prize Foundation, Dementia UK, Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity, Maggie's, the RHS, Surfers Against Sewage and War Child UK. According to its about page, books ship in fully recyclable packaging, and Monwell has twice been shortlisted for Book Retailer of the Year at the British Book Awards.
Delivery and returns
All UK parcels go by Royal Mail. Standard delivery costs £2.99, is free over £25 and takes 3 to 5 working days for in-stock books. Premium delivery costs £3.99 and arrives the next working day when ordered by 2pm. International postage is charged by destination, for example £8 to Ireland, £15 to the USA or Canada and £16.50 to Australia or New Zealand for parcels up to 1kg.
Unused items can be returned up to 28 days after purchase, with the customer paying return postage, and refunds are made once the books arrive back. Damaged or faulty items are handled by email to support@bookkind.co.uk for a return or replacement.
Ways to save at BookKind
Newsletter subscribers get 15% off their next order (checked October 2026), together with regular reading recommendations.
BookKind was founded in 2025.
Shipping & Returns
UK (Royal Mail): standard £2.99, 3 to 5 working days for in-stock items, free over £25; premium next working day £3.99 if ordered by 2pm. International by destination, e.g. Ireland £8, France £7.50, USA/Canada £15, Australia/New Zealand £16.50 (up to 1kg).
Returns Policy
Return unused items up to 28 days after purchase. The customer pays return postage; refunds are made when the items are received. Damaged or faulty items: email support@bookkind.co.uk to arrange a return or replacement.
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Founded
2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is BookKind delivery to the UK?
Standard UK delivery is £2.99, or free on orders over £25, and takes 3 to 5 working days for in-stock books. Premium delivery costs £3.99 and arrives the next working day for orders placed by 2pm. Royal Mail carries all UK parcels.
What is BookKind's returns policy?
Unused items can be returned up to 28 days after purchase. The customer pays return postage and BookKind refunds once the items arrive back; damaged or faulty books are sorted by emailing support@bookkind.co.uk for a return or replacement.
How does the BookKind charity donation work?
BookKind gives 10% of the full order value, not just its profit, to a charity the shopper picks at checkout. There are 11 partner causes, including Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity, Dementia UK, the Mental Health Foundation and War Child UK.
Who runs BookKind?
Monwell Limited, an independent online bookselling company, runs BookKind. Monwell, whose co-founder and chief executive is Sara Montgomery, launched BookKind in June 2025 and has also built bookshops for newspaper brands including The Guardian and The Times.
How can shoppers save money at BookKind?
Signing up to the BookKind newsletter brings 15% off the next order (checked October 2026). Standard UK delivery is also free once an order passes £25.
Does BookKind deliver outside the UK?
Yes, BookKind ships to most countries, with postage charged by destination. For parcels up to 1kg it lists £8 to Ireland, £7.50 to France, £15 to the USA or Canada and £16.50 to Australia or New Zealand.
Does BookKind sell gift cards?
No. BookKind's FAQ says gift cards are not available at the moment, though it hopes to add them in future. The shop does sell literary gifts and book-related merchandise.
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020 3176 2930Customer Service Email
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