A promotional offer provided by subscription-based book services reduces the price of a monthly book selection. These often take the form of a percentage discount, a fixed monetary value subtracted from the price, or bonus credit applied to the account. An example would be a promotional code entered during checkout that lowers the price of the initial book or provides a discount on subsequent months.
Such offers incentivize new memberships and encourage continued participation within book subscription platforms. Historically, these types of promotions have broadened access to literature by lowering the financial barrier to entry. Benefits extend to both consumers, who acquire books at a reduced cost, and the subscription services, which gain a wider customer base.