We’re a family-run book business led by Rob and Krystal McCann, supporting schools, teachers and families with books and advice rooted in classroom experience.
For classrooms, reading corners and the next story at home.
Escape to another world.
Why we do it
A love of reading starts with the right book.
Stories can spark curiosity, open conversations and help children see the world through someone else’s eyes. We want to make finding those books easier.
As teachers and parents, we understand the choices schools and families face. We bring over 20 years’ teaching and English coordination experience to our recommendations and school book orders.
Books, support and connections.
For schools
Curriculum collections, class sets, topic packs and library refreshes. We can help you choose books that suit your pupils and your budget.
THE official book supplier for the Grammarsaurus curriculum. Browse curriculum books and packs, or contact us for help putting your school order together.
VIP Reading Ltd was incorporated on 5 November 2018. Our work has grown to bring together an online bookshop, school book supply and publisher partnerships, with the same aim: helping children discover books they’ll want to read.
Our themed book boxes were part of that story. The recurring subscription service has ended, but you can still explore individual books and any remaining boxes in our shop.
Need a hand choosing?
Tell us who you’re buying for, what they enjoy and your budget. For school orders, you can send a book list or ask us for ideas.
Explore previous themed collections, subject to availability. These are individual purchases, not a recurring subscription.
The testimonials below describe customers’ experiences of our previous book-box service.
Blown away by the book boxes!
I was blown away by the quality, content, time and care taken with the VIP book boxes. The books are so well chosen, the activities are suitably matched and the addition of a pencil, a badge and sweets makes for an extra treat! So impressed I’ve ordered book boxes for every class in school! Well done VIP Reading!
Lee ChristopherHeadteacher
Brilliant!
Brilliant, bespoke book boxes! I have a subscription & receive a box every 2 months. It is such great value & more unique than other ones on the market. Each book received is always current, inclusive & diverse. You also receive an art print, activity sheet, bookmarks, badges & other book related surprises & goodies each time! Would highly recommend.
Andy LoganTeacher
VIP Reading book boxes bursting with brilliance
The book boxes from VIP Reading are always full to bursting with goodies. It is incredible what can be crammed into one package. And, because it’s VIP Reading, you can be sure that the book has been carefully selected as a top quality story. The signed author/illustrator pictures are also a nice touch. The team at VIP Reading are super helpful and offer a great personalised service. Can’t wait to use again.
Phil TiteTeacher
I am in absolute love with this service…
I am in absolute love with this service !!! I have received three books so far and I cannot recommend it enough . You will not be disappointed.
PaulTeacher
It was a delight to receive such a…
It was a delight to receive such a lovely package through the post. The personal touches alongside a book were well thought out and I look forward to sharing it all with my class. Would certainly buy again in the future. Great communication from the company throughout, would highly recommend them.
M DaviesTeacher
Such excitement when the box arrives
Such excitement when the box arrives. We always shake it and have a good guess before we even open it! Whole class love it…and it’s a brilliant ‘bribe’ to get work finished so we can open the box! Can’t recommend it highly enough.
Sara LednorHeadteacher
I am a subscriber to the VIP book…
I am a subscriber to the VIP book boxes. I can honestly say they are a great value for what you get inside, they are packed with goodies. I have opted for the youngest age group, as I wanted to widen my range of picture books. I will actually be using them mostly with ks2. They are so versatile and always with a quality text. I have seen the other age group boxes and they are fabulous too. I am tempted to subscribe to those too!
P.H.Teacher
Outstanding book boxes and service to celebrate reading!
I love my VIP Reading boxes! The books are selected with expertise from a range of newly-published titles and they are sensitively matched to be age-appropriate. The boxes are packed with extra goodies, such as badges, stickers, sweets, author’s postcards and letters and stationery! Fun and stimulating activities related to the books are included too, guaranteeing further engagement with the texts. The range on offer is even wider on the website, which is a pleasure to navigate for a happy, irresistible reading experience!
Mrs ValentiniTeacher
Fantastic product
The July VIP Book Box we received was fantastic! So thoughtfully put together, with great resources included for an exceptional book choice. The attention to detail was brilliant with little gifts added in that kids love and the book was beautifully wrapped. Ordering and delivery process was excellent no problems and very prompt delivery.
JESS FIND.MY.KID.A.BOOKBook Blogger
An excellent box of goodies!
An excellent box of goodies from an excellent company. Communication is spot on. Delivery is fantastic. Value is outstanding. The resources are excellent. Great for kids at home or for the classroom.
Ben MorganTeacher
What an amazing company
What an amazing company, loaded with goodies these reading boxes are just superb. I’ve now got four boxes and each one has been beyond my expectations.
Clair CoupeAvid Reader
Box of utter joy
The VIP box is truly a Mary Poppins bag. I kept discovering new items and each item is delightful. Amazingly the book is signed – (I just adore a signed book) and each item has been carefully thought about. Finally it is packaged with such care that it feels like a special gift.
