As a certified bookworm (zero shame), I am absolutely thriving this Amazon Prime Day this year. Whilst the rest of the team's glued to Wimbledon, I have been happily browsing Amazon's virtual bookshelves, looking for the best Amazon Prime Day deals to pack for summer holidays, lazy garden afternoons, or cosy nights in. And now we’re on Day Three of Amazon's sale, it’s officially time to get those reads to the checkout.
In case you missed it, Prime Day is now a four-day extravaganza (running from 8th–11th July), with fresh deals dropping daily, and many hitting their lowest prices of the year today. I’ve quizzed our Books Editor, Zoe, picked the brains of publishers, and swapped notes with the other readers on our team to unearth the buzziest bestsellers and book-club favourites that need to go in your basket. And, while we are on the subject, there's sneaky Kindle Unlimited deal that it would be just rude to leave on the shelf.
So, whether you love the feel of a real page or the convenience of a feather-light Kindle, now’s the moment to stock up. From the books you’ve always meant to read, to the ones lighting up your feed right now, and the future favourites you can thank me for next month, I’ve gathered the juiciest deals on books, Kindles, and audiobooks so you can read, relax, and revel in every chapter (bought at a dreamy discount).
Prime Day Kindle deals
Before we dive into the books, a quick heads-up from Laura, our resident Kindle guru. She insisted I flag the Kindle deals first. Amazon always saves its biggest discounts for its own devices during sales like this, and right now, some of the best e-readers are going for seriously good prices. Here are the top three Laura swears by:
Kindle Unlimited Prime Day
If you're a Prime member and you've been tempted by Kindle Unlimited, I've got good news. Kindle Unlimited usually costs £9.49 a month, but during the Prime Day sale, Amazon is offering new or eligible returning users three months of Kindle Unlimited for free. Yes, you read that right - we're talking unlimited access to heaps of digital books and audiobooks, and it won't cost you a cent.
And did you know that you can use Kindle Unlimited on a phone, tablet, or laptop? I've recently got super into using it on my phone. I love the fact that I don't need to remember to charge my Kindle, plus my 'book' is now with me at all times, unlike my Kindle!
Laura, our Kindle expert, has Kindle Unlimited and told me, "I've just been on holiday and rather than stuffing my suitcase with ten books (I've been known to pack more books than clothes before), I took my Kindle with Kindle Unlimited. I was sceptical about the books that would be on offer, but I was immensely impressed at what's included. Here are three of the best ones that I burned through on the beach:"
This has topped the e-reader charts for months and I now know why. Utterly gripping, it has more twists and turns than you could ever expect. I don't even want to tease you with a description. Just read it (and the two others in the series.)
This book had me sobbing on the beach. It follows a woman who's husband makes one final request before his death. As she grudgingly undertakes the complex task, I felt every prickle of grief, hope, and love.
A modern Agatha Christie, this murder mystery follows five friends who go on holiday to France and one ends up dead. I read this on holiday. In France. So I think it had some extra-terrifying layers to it.
You can find out more about on our dedicated explainer page for Kindle Unlimited. This Kindle Unlimited Prime Day deal is expected to expire when Prime Day ends.
Prime Day book deals
You can always rely on Amazon to deliver the goods when it comes to Prime Day book deals. Our Homes Ecommerce Editor is a reading machine and has already poured her heart and soul into prepping a handy roundup of this year's best Kindle book deals.
And woman&home's book editor Zoe West has read all the new book releases this summer to bring you her summer book recommendations – some of which have limited time discounts on this week, so you can stock up.
If you want to see our top three deal picks, here they are:
A beautifully written, bittersweet story of heartbreak, healing, and finding your way forward. It's tender, honest, and quietly hopeful, perfect for a night in with tissues and tea.
A warm, escapist read that’ll transport you to sun-soaked Mediterranean shores. Expect family secrets, second chances, and a dash of romance under golden skies.
Behind the picture-perfect homemaker routine lies a twisty secret you won’t see coming. Perfect for fans of domestic suspense, it’s part thriller, part social commentary and totally bingeable.
Prime Day Audible deals
Amazon has yet another treat for Prime members - audiobook fans can get three months of Audible Premium Plus for free. The Prime Day Audible deal grants you access to three bestselling audiobooks, and you'll also get unlimited hours of listening on thousands of other titles, including podcasts and Audible Originals.
If you want to see our top three deal picks, here they are:
I just finished listening to The Names (because it's free on Audible) and wow. The sliding-doors narrative follows the lives of a family, shaped by the mother's choice to name her child Bear, Julian, or Gordon. It's fantastic.
Another Audible freebie (you can see why I have a subscription), Atmosphere is narrated by the author herself. You'll hear the author narrate this emotionally-charged story of a young woman’s ambition to become a NASA astronaut in the 1980s.
This book has been everywhere (you'll recognise the non-audiobook cover), but I couldn't justify £12 for a quick read. However, I listened to the audiobook for free and ended up buying the paperback to keep. It's a modern classic.
I'll leave you with one final gem of a deal, Consider Yourself Kissed. This is reduced to half price as an e-book and completely for free on Audible. I actually interviewed Jessica Stanley about this book and she was nothing short of brilliant. The funny, smart tale is all about second chances in love. It's one you'll want to talk about at your next book club.
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