Blind Book Dates A Valentine's Day date you will actually want to go on

 A Valentine's Day date you will actually want to go on

Valentine’s Day just around the corner, bookstores and libraries are playing matchmaker, setting readers up on blind dates with books.

So, you're still judging books by their covers? It's time to rethink your book-buying approach! Not only are looks deceiving, but buying books based on their covers could also be preventing you from finding the perfect Valentine’s blind date.

This blind date doesn’t even require you to make those tough choices like what to wear, where to meet and who to alert if something goes wrong.

Say hello to 'blind book dates'. A thrilling concept that has captivated readers worldwide. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, bookstores and libraries are playing matchmaker, setting readers up on blind dates with books.

What is a blind book date?

A blind book date is a concept where you buy or pick a book without seeing its cover. Before you get it all wrong, it doesn’t involve you moving around a bookstore or a library blindfolded and picking up a book. A blind book date is a literary version of a blind date, where the reader chooses a book based on a brief description or genre without seeing the actual book. The books are usually wrapped or covered to conceal their titles and original covers.

How does a blind book date work?

Librarians and bookstore operators play Cupid in setting up your date with a secret book. They cover the books, write a short blurb about the genre and plot, and voila! You've got yourself a clue to pick your perfect match. For instance, you would know what you are picking is a fictional romantic comedy and not a biography of a sports figure.

Blind book dates in India

If a blind date with a book seems like a perfect Valentine’s Day plan, here are some options you can explore in India.The bookstore chain Crossword is back with their Valentine-special blind book date offering. Many of their stores across the country have been adorned with special installations featuring wrapped books with one-liners written on them.