🎁 The Letters by Lanternlight Gift Guide

Thoughtful gifts for cozy mystery enthusiasts, book lovers, letter lovers, and anyone who needs a little magic in their mailbox.

📬 A Cozy Mystery in Their Mailbox. Twice a Month.

The Gift That Keeps on Giving

Looking for a meaningful, ongoing gift that says I’m thinking of you—over and over again?

Our Two-Letters-Per-Month Cozy Mysteries are the perfect present for:

  • 📚 Beloved bookworms who don’t have time for a full novel but still want to get swept up in a story
  • 👵🏼 Aging parents or grandparents who miss getting personal mail or who live far away
  • 💌 Long-distance loved ones you wish you could visit more often

Each subscription delivers a literary adventure through the mail—two letter chapters a month. The stories are immersive, delightful, and beautifully printed and packaged in vintage-style envelopes.

Gift a Cozy Mystery

📦 All-In-One Story Boxes: One Sitting. All the Feels.

Perfect for Binge Readers

Got a loved one who would rather devour the entire mystery without waiting for letters to come each month? Our All-In-One Story Boxes are tailor-made for binge readers who want the whole story at once.

Each box contains a complete letter-based story—all the chapters, all the characters, all the cozy mystery—in one beautiful bundle. They’re ideal for cozy nights, rainy weekends, or anyone who loves getting lost in a world of words.

Pair with a mug or keepsake story chest for a gift that’s both thoughtful and thrilling.

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🗃 Store the Stories in Something Just as Beautiful

The Wooden Keepsake Story Chest

Letters this lovely deserve a home just as special.

Our Keepsake Story Chest is a handcrafted storage solution designed specifically for our stories. Whether your recipient is getting monthly letters or a full box set, this keepsake-worthy box helps them treasure each moment forever.

Elegant. Durable. Designed to protect their letter collection.

Add a Keepsake Story Chest

☕ Cozy Up With a Cup and a Character

Tiger Mugs Make It Even More Magical

Whether they’re already in love with Tiger or just love curling up with a warm drink and a good story, our ceramic Tiger mugs are the perfect add-on.

Delightfully illustrated and dishwasher-safe, they pair beautifully with any gift.

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💳 Let Them Pick Their Own Adventure

Digital Gift Cards

Not quite sure which story they'd love most?

Give them the freedom to choose with a Letters by Lanternlight Digital Gift Card. It’s the ideal last-minute gift—or a wonderful way to let them pick the cozy mystery, format, and timing that fits their life best.

Gift cards are delivered instantly by email.

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🖨️ A Gift That’s (Already) in the Mail

Don’t Forget the Printable Gift Notice!

Sometimes the best gifts get purchased a little too late to make it by the special day (or even sometimes just a little after). That’s why we offer a free emailable or printable gift notice—a charming, ready-to-send or print and fold PDFs that lets them know their story is on its way.

Download a Free Gift Notice

🎀 Make It Gifting-Ready with Beautiful Wrap Options

Want your gift to arrive ready to delight? Add our optional gift wrap and card service to your order for an extra special touch.

Whether it’s for a Mother’s day gift, a birthday, an anniversary, or “just because,” our gift wrap options make every gift feel even more thoughtful.

(Gift wrap options available at checkout for eligible items.)

🎁 Still Not Sure What to Pick?

We’d love to help you choose a cozy mystery (or bundle) that’s just right. Whether you’re shopping for a birthday, an anniversary, or a little surprise for someone far away, our team is here to help.

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