Frequently Asked
Questions

Absolutely. Romantasy is one of our core shelves, full of sweeping fantasy worlds wrapped around obsessive, high-stakes romance. Browse the Romantasy category to find courts, crowns and cursed kisses.

We do. Vampires, wolves, fae and the mortals who fall for them all live in our Paranormal category, with fangs, fates and forbidden bonds included.

Yes, proudly. Our LGBTQ+ shelf spans queer romance across every genre and every shade of dark, because love deserves to be told loudly and in full.

We certainly do. Many of our titles carry heat, and we note steam levels on product pages so you can choose your temperature, from a simmer to genuinely scorching.

No. A large part of our catalogue is intended for adult readers (18+) and contains mature, explicit or distressing themes, especially on Dark Romance and Pitch Black titles. Always check the category and content guidance before buying.

Yes. Signed copies, special editions and limited runs are a love of ours. They're sourced or verified, often numbered, and protected with board backing before they ship. Stock is limited, so they tend to disappear fast.

We do on selected upcoming releases. Pre-ordering reserves your copy from the first print run, which is particularly worth it for signed and special editions where quantities are capped.

Pre-orders are dispatched as close to the publication date as possible, and the expected release date is shown on the product page. If a date shifts, we'll keep you updated by email so you're never left guessing.

Often, yes. If there's a title you're chasing that we don't stock, email us at hello@thesinfulspine.com and we'll do our best to source it for you, signed and special editions included.

We restock popular titles whenever we can, though signed and limited editions may not return. Add the item to your wishlist or join the newsletter and we'll let you know the moment it's back.

UK standard delivery typically lands within two to three working days, with next-day options available at checkout. Pre-orders and made-to-order items follow the timelines shown on their product page.

We ship across the UK as standard, with international shipping available to many destinations. Available options and rates are calculated at checkout once you enter your address.

Delivery is calculated at checkout based on your location and chosen speed. UK standard shipping is a flat, low rate, and you'll always see the cost before you pay.

Yes. UK orders over £40 ship free as standard. The discount is applied automatically at checkout once your basket qualifies.

Every order ships tracked. As soon as it's dispatched we'll email your tracking details so you can follow it all the way to your door.

First, check your tracking link for the latest update. If it's overdue or something looks wrong, email support@thesinfulspine.com with your order number and we'll chase it down straight away.

We move quickly to dispatch, but if you contact us at support@thesinfulspine.com soon after ordering we'll do everything we can to amend or cancel before it leaves us. Once an order has shipped it can't be changed, but it can be returned.

Unopened, undamaged books in their original condition can be returned within 14 days of delivery. Personalised, signed and special edition items may be excluded unless they arrived faulty. Email us to start a return.

Yes, within our 14-day window, provided the book is unread and in resalable condition. Return postage for a change of mind is covered by you. If the item is faulty or damaged, we'll cover it.

We're so sorry. That's never the experience we want. Email support@thesinfulspine.com within 48 hours with your order number and a photo of the damage, and we'll arrange a replacement or refund as fast as possible.

We do. Digital gift cards are available in a range of values and are delivered by email, ready to spend across the whole store. They're the perfect gift for the reader who hides their TBR pile.

Yes. At checkout you can ship to a different address and add a personal message. As always, orders arrive in plain, unbranded packaging, so the only surprise is the book itself.

On selected orders, yes. You can add our signature gift wrap at checkout where available, finished to feel like a treat worth unwrapping.

Drop your email into the sign-up at the bottom of any page. You'll get first dibs on signed editions, early access to new releases and a hand-picked romance recommendation every Friday.

It's very much in the plans. Reader events, buddy reads and book club picks are on our roadmap. Join the newsletter to be first in line when the doors open.

We'd love to hear from you. For stockist enquiries, signed edition partnerships and publisher collaborations, email hello@thesinfulspine.com and tell us about your titles.

Yes, and community is everything to us. If you create on BookTok, Bookstagram or beyond, reach out at hello@thesinfulspine.com with your handle and a little about your audience and we'll be in touch.

For anything at all, email hello@thesinfulspine.com, or support@thesinfulspine.com for order-specific help. You can also find us on Instagram, TikTok and Pinterest via the links in our footer.

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