Friends of the Fold

Join Friends of the Fold and become part of the story we’re writing together.

Our annual membership plan is designed for readers, neighbors, and community builders who believe in the magic of bookstores as gathering places. As a member, you’ll receive:
*An annual store voucher equal to 10% of your total purchases on your anniversary—a thank-you for choosing to shop small and local.
*Early access to all events and classes, with a two-week head start on registration.
*Invitations to exclusive member-only gatherings, including private author receptions, preview nights, and quiet shopping hours.
*A welcome gift with some of our favorite bookish treats to say thanks for joining.
*A front-row seat in supporting a space where stories, families, and ideas take root.

Whether you're gifting it to yourself or a fellow reader, membership is more than perks—it’s a shared investment in the literary life of Mission Hills.

Let’s turn the page together.

Starting at $125

• Family Membership
• One (1) year term, auto-renewing

Page Turner Ongoing Subscription

Step into Page Turners, our signature box for readers who crave connection, conversation, and discovery. Each month brings together acclaimed fiction and thought-provoking nonfiction — books that linger long after the last page. Thoughtful extras like annotated guides, discussion prompts, or local goods make this the perfect pairing for readers who believe stories can change how we see the world.

Starting at $40

• Adult Membership
• One (1) month term, auto-renewing

Panel Pass Ongoing Subscription

The Panel Pass is a graphic novel club built for kids who can’t get enough comics, adventure, humor, heroes, and heart. Each month, subscribers receive a brand-new graphic novel chosen for excitement, creativity, and spark. Love the book? Keep it forever. Ready to try something else? Use your Panel Pass to swap it at our club exchange library anytime. New stories are always just a trade away.

FAQs:
Q: How many books will be in each box?
A: The box will have approximately $20 worth of books which, depending on the age range and format, will be 1 or 2 books.

Q: What else comes with the box?
A: Each box will come with a book/ books and activities. Sometimes, publishers also send book related goodies that we will include, but these are not guaranteed.

Q: How often can I exchange my book with one on the Panel Pass shelf?
A: As often as you'd like. Take a book home or sit in the garden and read a few. It's up to you.

Q: What if I love my book? Do I have to trade?
A: Not at all! Love a book? Keep it and re-read it to your heart's content. Books love to be loved!

Q: What if I don't want to trade for any of the books available on the shelf?
A: Our trades shelf will grow with the program, so check back in after a few days and see if someone has brought in a book you'd like. You can also let our book sellers know you're looking for a certain author or series so we can let you know if one comes in.

Q: Can I bring other books from home to trade out?
A: The books traded must have been purchased at Through the Fold. This will ensure we retain a level of quality with the trade options.

Starting at $20

• Child Membership
• One (1) month term, auto-renewing

Tiny Tales Ongoing Subscription

“Stories that unfold one giggle at a time.”

Designed for joyful beginnings, Tiny Tales brings the magic of story time home. Each box includes sturdy picture books perfect for small hands, plus playful literacy activities, story-inspired crafts or prompts tucked inside that nurture imagination, rhythm, and vocabulary. Spark wonder early — every giggle counts as a page turned.

When will I receive my book?

Boxes will ship on the 15th of every month. Subscriptions placed after the 14th of every month will receive their first box the subsequent month.

Starting at $25

• Family Membership
• One (1) month term, auto-renewing