While in Colorado, our team recently stumbled upon a few beautifully wrapped books sitting in a community space. We were intrigued by no titles, no authors. Just a few words scrawled on the covers: “Chemistry serves up romance” … “features and adorable dog.” We didn’t know who wrapped them or why, but we each picked one. The surprise was half the fun. Opening them later felt like unwrapping a gift from an anonymous friend.
You can bring this same spark of delight into your own neighborhood.
How to Do It
- Choose a book you’re ready to part with.
- Wrap it in wrapping paper so the cover is hidden.
- Write a few hints about the story on the front.
- Leave it where someone can discover it: a Little Free Library, a café table, a waiting room, a park bench.
- Walk away. Let the mystery do its work.
It’s a playful way to share creativity and give a gift without strings.
You’re giving your book a second life, letting it become part of someone else’s story. That ripple of connection lingers long after you’ve let it go.