Shipping & Delivery Policy
Last updated November 7th, 2025
Learn about our shipping methods, delivery options, and policies.
This Shipping & Delivery Policy is part of our Terms and Conditions ("Terms") and should be therefore read alongside our main Terms.
Please carefully review our Shipping & Delivery Policy when purchasing our products. This policy will apply to any order you place with us.
What Are My Shipping & Delivery Options?
Free Shipping
Subscriptions that state FREE SHIPPING will receive free USPS Media Mail shipping for customers within the United States. Puzzle subscriptions receive free USPS Priority Mail shipping.
Domestic Shipping Rates (as of 11/15/2025)
Media Mail Delivery: 2- 8 business day delivery
USPS Priority: 1 -3 business day delivery
UPS Ground: 1 -5 business day delivery
Shipping rates vary by zone, weight, and carrier:
| Zone | Weight | Media Mail | USPS Priority | UPS Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 lbs | $6.00 | $8.99 | $7.50 |
| 2 lbs | $6.50 | $9.50 | $7.99 | |
| 3 lbs + | $7.00 | $9.99 | $8.50 | |
| 2 | 1 lbs | $6.00 | $9.50 | $7.50 |
| 2 lbs | $6.50 | $9.99 | $7.99 | |
| 3 lbs + | $7.00 | $10.50 | $8.50 | |
| 3 | 1 lbs | $6.00 | $9.99 | $7.99 |
| 2 lbs | $6.50 | $10.50 | $8.50 | |
| 3 lbs + | $7.00 | $10.99 | $8.99 | |
| 4 | 1 lbs | $6.00 | $10.50 | $7.99 |
| 2 lbs | $6.50 | $10.99 | $8.50 | |
| 3 lbs + | $7.00 | $11.50 | $8.99 | |
| 5 | 1 lbs | $6.00 | $12.50 | $8.50 |
| 2 lbs | $6.50 | $13.50 | $8.99 | |
| 3 lbs + | $7.00 | $16.99 | $9.50 | |
| 6 | 1 lbs | $6.00 | $13.50 | $8.99 |
| 2 lbs | $6.50 | $14.50 | $9.50 | |
| 3 lbs + | $7.00 | $18.99 | $9.99 | |
| 7 | 1 lbs | $6.00 | $14.50 | $9.99 |
| 2 lbs | $6.50 | $15.50 | $10.50 | |
| 3 lbs + | $7.00 | $19.99 | $10.99 | |
| 8 | 1 lbs | $6.00 | $14.50 | $10.50 |
| 2 lbs | $6.50 | $15.50 | $10.99 | |
| 3 lbs + | $7.00 | $19.99 | $11.50 |
International Shipping Rates
We offer international shipping via GlobalPost Standard to select countries:
| Country | Weight | Final Rate |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | .5 lbs | $20.00 |
| 2 lbs | $26.00 | |
| 3 lbs + | $32.00 | |
| Canada | .5 lbs | $20.00 |
| 2 lbs | $32.00 | |
| 3 lbs + | $42.00 |
All times and dates given for delivery of the products are given in good faith but are estimates only.
Once an order is packed, readers will receive an email with their tracking number. We ship all subscription mailings between the 16th-20th. Subscribers must subscribe before the 12th of the month to receive that month's subscription mailing. Subscribers who purchase a subscription the 12th or later will receive their first book the following month.
How Is My Subscription Fulfilled?
If you are buying a subscription then we will deliver on: Subscriptions ship every month between the 16th-20th. Subscriptions purchased before the 12th will receive the first mailing the same month. Subscriptions purchased on or after the 12th will receive the first mailing the following month.
One-time purchases have the option to be included in subscription mailings or to be shipped separately. If shipped separately, items will be shipped within 3-5 business days.
Do You Deliver Internationally?
We currently offer international shipping to the United Kingdom and Canada, as well as American military bases.
Are There Other Shipping Restrictions?
- In terms of shipping, "days" refers to a business day (Monday-Friday).
- One-time orders can be expected to ship within 1-3 business days.
- The Book Drop is not responsible for replacing or reshipping mailings that have been lost or Returned to Sender due to an invalid or incomplete address provided by the purchaser.
- Please allow for up to 3 business days for tracking information to update with USPS.
- Addresses for subscription mailings must be updated by the 12th of the month.
What Happens If My Order Is Delayed?
If a delivery is delayed, customers should reach out to support@thebookdrop.com. The Book Drop can only reship/replace mailings after they have been deemed "LOST" by USPS per the tracking number provided or have not had any shipping/status updates for 8 business days* (*12 business days during the months of December & January).
Questions About Returns?
If you have questions about returns, please review our Return Policy.
How Can You Contact Us About This Policy?
If you have any further questions or comments, you may contact us by:
Phone: 302-775-4091
Email: support@thebookdrop.com