A Child's Library

Wellesley Books is happy to announce its inaugural A Child's Library: a subscription service for children ages 3-6! Each month, our children's book buyer Lauren will select one newly released picture book to be sent or picked-up from the store. The purpose of A Child's Library is to help foster a love for books within the child's home. It makes a great baby shower gift!

The March 2023 pick is Rainbow Shopping by Qing Zhuang.

ABOUT In Every Life

Sharing a delicious meal helps a child feel loved in this heartfelt tribute to Chinatown and spending days-off together.

On a rainy Saturday, a young girl feels as gray as a pigeon. Since moving from China to New York City, Mom, Dad, and Grandma have been very busy working. But a trip to Mom’s favorite Chinatown store to find the best produce, seafood, and spices for dinner just might turn the girl's day around.

Later on, Dad steams, boils, fries, and stir-fries all the ingredients while girl and Grandma taste-test. After cozy goodnights, a final dream spread shows the family walking hand-in-hand in rainbow colors--an affirmation of love and support even on rainy, gray days.

Inspired by Qing Zhuang’s experience as a first generation Chinese American, Rainbow Shopping explores a young child's feelings of loneliness and discovery with tenderness and humor. Qing uses watercolor, colored pencil, and crayon to beautifully recreate NYC's Chinatown neighborhood. Filled with warmth and details of city life, this story about a working-class family is one readers can return to again and again.

Here are the payment options for A Child's Library:
 

1. For a rolling subscription, with pick-up in store, a monthly fee of $20 will be charged to your card between the 1st and 3rd of each month. 
2. For a rolling subscription, with shipping, a monthly fee of $23 will be charged to your card between the 1st and 3rd of each month. 
3. For a yearly subscription (12 books total), with pick-up at the store, the one-time fee is $240. Click here to purchase a whole year with pickup at the store.
4. For a yearly subscription (12 books total), with shipping, the one-time fee is $276. Click here to purchase a whole year with shipping.

Please use the form below to purchase a rolling subsciption. You will need to save your credit card to your user account for this option.

FAQ

How will the recipient be notified that books are ready for pick-up?

• Please include a phone number for the parents or guardians so we can let them know when the book is available. If you've chosen to ship the subscription you'll be prompted to add the address of the recipient.

When will the book arrive?

• Each month, the chosen book will be set aside or mailed on its release date, which is typically a Tuesday. Release dates vary and are set by the publisher.

How will the books be shipped?

• The books are shipped media mail and will arrive within 3-7 business days depending on destination. At this time, we can only ship within the US.

Can I request a signed copy?

• Whenever possible we will request signed copies from the publisher. Signed copies will not be individually personalized.

Can I have the book wrapped?

• Yes, you can! Please note in the comments section if you would like the book wrapped.

What if I need to cancel my rolling subscription?

• Please email rebecca@wellesleybooks.com ONE week prior to the 1st of the month to cancel.