BOOK lovers, this is your cue to stock up this October.
Right now, you can grab one month of Kindle Unlimited at no extra cost, unlocking a huge library of content – and there’s no Kindle required.
Kindle Unlimited: Claim one month FREE
Perfect for busy commutes or cosy Sundays, Kindle Unlimited is a popular choice among book lovers, and it’s clear to see why.
The Amazon subscription service offers unlimited access to a wide selection of eBooks, audiobooks, and magazines, and that’s not all.
You don’t need to buy a Kindle to enjoy a subscription.
Instead, you can download the Kindle app and dive into all the latest bestsellers, classics, and new releases from your phone or tablet.
One of the latest releases available is Nobody’s Girl – the tell-all memoir written by the late Virginia Roberts Giuffre, and you can currently listen to it for free.
To find out how, head to our How to listen to Nobody’s Girl for FREE explainer.
And for those searching for a new device, our guide to this month’s best Kindle deals is worth a closer look.
How to claim one month of Kindle Unlimited for FREE
October is a great time to refresh your reading list.
Amazon’s latest Kindle Unlimited offer gives book lovers one month free.
Once signed up, you’ll unlock a vast library in the Kindle app on your phone or tablet, with no Kindle device required – and getting started is simple.
Head to the Kindle Unlimited page, hit Try free and pay later, add your payment details, and start reading.
You can cancel anytime.
How does Kindle Unlimited work?
Kindle Unlimited is a monthly membership that unlocks a vast library of eBooks, magazines, and a curated selection of audiobooks.
Once you’re in, you can borrow as many titles as you like with no due dates, and keep up to 20 on your device at once.
It works on every Kindle, as well as the free Kindle app for your phone, tablet, or laptop, allowing your reading to sync across devices and enabling you to download content for offline use.
Getting started is simple: just look for the Kindle Unlimited badge, click ‘Read for £0’, and it’s added to your library.
You can manage or cancel your membership from the Kindle Unlimited page in your Amazon account whenever you like.
The catalogue is refreshed regularly, so expect new reads to arrive and some titles to rotate over time.
What books are included with Kindle Unlimited?
Kindle Unlimited offers a vast catalogue of digital reads, including eBooks, magazines, comics, and a growing selection of audiobooks.
Amazon says members can access more than 5 million titles, featuring a mix of chart-toppers, indie hits, and Amazon Publishing exclusives in the lineup.
Not every book on Amazon is included, though.
To see if a title is part of your membership, look for the Kindle Unlimited badge or the Read for £0 button on the product page.
You can also visit the Kindle Unlimited page to browse by category and top picks, making it quick and simple to find your next read.
Expect a wide range of titles across crime and thrillers, romance, fantasy, sci-fi, nonfiction, children’s books, and more.
The selection refreshes regularly as new titles land and others rotate, so it’s worth checking back often.
Best books on Kindle Unlimited
We’ve listed four of our favourite Kindle Unlimited deals below.
The Pumpkin Spice Café
The Pumpkin Spice Café, free with Kindle Unlimited from Amazon
Loved by TikTok fans and book lovers alike, The Pumpkin Spice Café is a cozy romance novel set in a small town.
It’s the first book in the viral Dream Harbor series, and luckily for romance fans, there’s a happy ending guaranteed.
Sit back, relax, and read as bestselling author Laurie Gilmore tells the story of Jeanie, a happy-go-lucky character who has been gifted the beloved Pumpkin Spice Café.
As she arrives in the small town of Dream Harbour, she meets Logan – a grumpy-but-gorgeous local farmer.
But will he fall for her charm?
Author: Laurie Gilmore; Page count: 376; Published: August 2023
The Mysterious Bakery on Rue de Paris
The Mysterious Bakery on Rue de Paris, free with Kindle Unlimited from Amazon
Fans of Sunday Times bestselling author Evie Woods will want to add The Mysterious Bakery on Rue de Paris to their reading list.
Dubbed ”a delicious book” that can be devoured in one sitting, The Lost Bookshop offers a taste of magic and takes readers on a trip to Paris, or so they think.
Edie Lane left everything behind in Ireland for a dream job at a bakery in Paris – except the bakery isn’t in Paris, and neither is she.
Kindle Unlimited subscribers can read the bestselling eBook at no extra cost.
Author: Evie Woods; Page count: 353; Published: March 2025
The Memory Library
The Memory Library, free with Kindle Unlimited from Amazon
Kate Storey’s The Memory Library features themes of hope, friendship, and second chances.
For over forty years, Sally Harrison has been building a library for her only daughter, Ella.
Each year on Ella’s birthday, a new book is placed on the shelves – but the pages are never read.
Twenty-one years ago, following a heated exchange, Ella fled to Australia, but now she’s been forced to return home, and a new chapter is awaiting.
Author: Kate Storey; Page count: 335; Published: February 2024
The Lost Bookshop
The Lost Bookshop, free with Kindle Unlimited from Amazon
Also written by Evie Woods, The Lost Bookshop is the perfect read for book lovers who enjoy novels packed with mystery and secrets.
Set in a quiet street in Dublin, this novel takes you on a spellbinding journey to a world of wonder – and a vanishing bookshop.
After stumbling across the bookshop, three unsuspecting characters quickly realise their own lives are just as exciting as the books they love.
Author: Evie Woods; Page count: 444; Published: June 2023
Amazon Kindle reviews
Whether you’re a seasoned Kindle lover or you’re exploring e-readers for the first time, there are plenty of models to choose from, and our tech writer, Tom Tyers, has tested some of the top contenders.
Kindle Scribe review
Treating yourself to some new tech? The Kindle Scribe is worth a closer look.
In his Kindle Scribe review, our tech writer Tom Tyers writes: ”As a reading device, it remains excellent; the large, sharp display makes long sessions effortless, and the adjustable light and warmth settings mean it works in any environment.”
Head to our Kindle Scribe review to find out more.
Amazon Kindle Colorsoft review
Released in 2024, the Kindle Colorsoft is the first Kindle with a full-colour e-ink display.
It also features an auto-adjusting front light that allows you to read in sunlight and late into the night, and it’s waterproof, so you don’t have to worry about getting it wet.
Ready to dive into a world of colour? Check out our Kindle Colorsoft review.
Kindle (2022) review
If you’re not set on the latest e-readers, investing in the 2022 model can be a smart and cost-effective choice.
In his Kindle 2022 review, our tech writer Tom Tyers praised the product for its compact and portable design, long battery life, and intuitive interface.
Visit our Kindle 2022 review to discover more about the major retailer’s affordable e-reader.
How much is Amazon Kindle Unlimited?
In the UK, Kindle Unlimited costs £9.49 a month. That’s the standard rate after any introductory offer ends.
New customers can usually start with a free trial shown on the Kindle Unlimited page, and when it finishes, your membership will automatically roll into a paid plan at the monthly price unless you cancel.
You can cancel at any time from Manage Your Kindle Unlimited Membership in your Amazon account, and update your payment details there as well.
Trial lengths can vary during promotions, so please check the offer banner before signing up.
Does Kindle Unlimited go on sale during Black Friday?
Yes, Kindle Unlimited regularly features a headline offer around Black Friday, and we’re hoping 2025 is no exception.
In the past, book lovers have been treated to two or three months of Kindle Unlimited for free.
All you have to do is sign up for the available free trial to get started.
However, availability and eligibility can vary, and it is important to note that these deals auto-renew at the standard monthly rate when the promotion ends, unless you cancel.
Always check the banner before signing up.
If you are planning your basket, expect Kindle Unlimited deals to sit alongside Kindle hardware discounts and heavy eBook markdowns during Black Friday.
Does Amazon Prime include Kindle Unlimited?
Amazon Prime doesn’t include Kindle Unlimited; it’s a separate paid membership, and you don’t need Prime to sign up.
If you’re a Prime member, you do get Prime Reading included, which is a smaller, rotating library of eBooks, magazines, and comics.
Kindle Unlimited is the bigger upgrade, offering access to over a million titles, while Prime Reading includes a little over a thousand, with some overlap between the two catalogues.
If you’re weighing it up, think of Prime Reading as a nice perk and Kindle Unlimited as the all‑you‑can‑read option.
Deals and free trials often appear throughout the year, especially around major shopping events, so it’s worth checking the current offer before you join.
How do I cancel my Amazon Kindle Unlimited subscription?
If you’re not using your Kindle Unlimited subscription as much as you’d like, you can easily cancel it.
How to cancel your Kindle Unlimited subscription
- Navigate to your account and sign in if you haven’t already.
- Go to the Memberships & Subscriptions page. You can find this by hovering over Account & Lists in the top-right corner.
- Scroll down to the Kindle Unlimited section.
- Select the option to Cancel Kindle Unlimited Membership.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to confirm the cancellation.
If you don’t want to cancel entirely, you can also pause your monthly subscription for one month.
This option isn’t available if you’re on a free trial or a promotional offer. If you do pause your subscription, you can resume it at any time.
For more information, visit the help page.
Do you still have to pay for books if you have Kindle Unlimited?
Once your membership is active, you can borrow any title in the Kindle Unlimited catalogue and read it as often as you like, with no due dates, all covered by your monthly fee.
If a book doesn’t carry the Kindle Unlimited badge, it isn’t part of the catalogue, so you’ll need to buy it separately at the usual Kindle price.
Kindle Unlimited titles are essentially borrowed, so access ends if you cancel your membership.
You’ll need a valid payment method on your Amazon account, and you can manage or cancel from the Kindle Unlimited section of your account settings at any time.
Do I need to have a Kindle to use Kindle Unlimited?
You don’t need a Kindle e‑reader to use Kindle Unlimited. The membership works on the free Kindle app for phones, tablets, and computers, as well as on Kindle devices.
Just download the app, sign in with your Amazon account, and start borrowing eligible titles as part of your plan, with no due dates to worry about.
It’s ideal if you read on an iPhone or Android on the go, then switch to an iPad, Fire tablet, or laptop at home.
To avoid extra charges, stick to books in the Kindle Unlimited catalogue; titles outside the selection can still be bought separately.
