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SHARED SHELF IS CURRENTLY PAUSED ONLINE!
CHECK OUT OUR SELECTION IN-STORE AT MOTIF BOUTIQUE.
980 WELLINGSTON ST. WEST
HINTONBURG, OTTAWA
WHAT IT IS
Think of it as a blind date...but with better outcomes.
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2-3 surprise, highly-rated reads (3.7+ on Goodreads only—no duds).
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A curated theme (mystery, thrillers, page-turners).
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Wrapped in recycled paper (because good stories shouldn’t cost the earth).
No overthinking or endless scrolling. Just unwrap & read.
Each mystery bundle receives a vibe tag to describe the books inside...
without revealing the titles. PLUS a short teaser clue.
New bundles drop every month. Limited quantities available.
Each drop includes an optional handmade add-on. All proceeds will go to local Ottawa charities.
Bonus: Swap back 1–3 great-condition books → get $$$ off your next drop.
HOW IT WORKS
Choose your curated book bundle.
Books are handpicked with a 3.7+ Goodreads rating for quality reads.
Place your order through our shop link.
Each order includes an optional handmade add-on. All proceeds will go to local Ottawa charities.
Delivery is currently available only in Ottawa & Gatineau.
Shipping is $9.99 - your package will be dropped at a safe, accessible location.
Each book comes with a library card inside.
After reading, rate the book and see how others felt about it.
Tag us on Instagram to be part of the Shared Shelf community.
Finished your books? Don't let them sit on the shelf...
Leave up to 3 books upon delivery - books can be your own or previously purchased through SWAPPD Shared Shelf Bookclub.
The only catch - they have to be rated 3.7+ on Goodreads.
Tuck a note inside with your name + phone number.
You'll receive a unique discount code in 3-5 business days to use towards a future order.
The more you swap, the more you save.
Shared Shelf Swap System
1 book = 5% off next purchase.
2 books = 10% off next purchase.
3 books = 15% off next purchase.
This isn't just about buying books.
It's a community-powered, circular book club.
Read. Rate. Swap. Repeat.
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