The best gifts are the ones that tell a story, and Ink Fish Books’ 2025 Rhody Reader Box does exactly that. Returning for another year, this limited-edition box from the beloved Warren bookstore combines the thrill of a page-turning mystery with a collection of Rhode Island-made treasures, perfect for gifting or keeping for yourself.
This year’s featured read is The Housewarming, a haunting psychological suspense novel by local author Kristin Offiler. Set on Block Island, the story follows four friends who reunite years after a tragic disappearance. “In a haunting novel of psychological suspense, a summer getaway gone wrong rips apart a group of lifelong friends, thrusting their story into the true crime spotlight and potentially their secrets, too,” describes the book’s premise. It is the kind of story best read by candlelight, wrapped in a cozy blanket, with a touch of intrigue in the air.
The 2025 Rhody Reader Box features a signed copy of The Housewarming alongside a curated collection of locally made treasures inspired by the novel’s moody coastal setting. Inside, readers will discover a hand-poured candle from Juniper Hill Apothecary, blending notes of citrus, sandalwood, amber, and cedar for the perfect reading atmosphere. The box also includes a minimalist chocolate bar from Jaffal Chocolates, crafted with just three simple ingredients, and a beaded bookmark handmade by Riverside artisan Bookmarks by Irene. Each purchase supports small Rhode Island businesses and gives back to the community, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the Rhode Island Center for the Book, a Newport nonprofit dedicated to promoting literacy and lifelong learning.
Readers can order the box online at InkfishBooks.com for nationwide shipping or opt for in-store pickup in Warren. Those who enjoy meeting local authors can stop by Ink Fish Books on Small Business Saturday, November 29, from 1-3pm, when Kristin Offiler will be signing copies of her novel.
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