Celebrating the story within
Every story has the power to connect, surprise, and inspire.
About The Campaign
This campaign invites us to slow down and appreciate the richness of stories we might not expect.
Just like a book, every person holds a story that may surprise, inspire, and change the way we see the world—if we take the time to look closer.
Each book in our collection—spanning every genre and for all ages—is hand-wrapped by our Wagoneers, giving them meaningful, skill-building work. You won’t see the cover or title—only a few key details printed on the front. It’s your chance to be surprised by the beautiful story inside.
Every purchase supports our mission, creates opportunities for our Wagoneers, while reminding us all of the importance of looking beyond the cover. After all, every story is worth discovering.
Book Fair Kick-Off Event
Join us October 1st as we kick off our campaign with a truly unique, in-person mystery book fair!
Be among the first to explore our collection of beautifully wrapped books and uncover hidden literary treasures. Your kickoff event ticket includes early access to book selections, 2 bar tickets, 1 raffle ticket, and light snacks to enjoy while you browse.
As a special keepsake, each guest will also receive a one-of-a-kind bookmark handmade by our Wagoneers — a meaningful reminder that beautiful stories often lie just beneath the surface.
When and Where to Shop
Discover, Shop & Support All Month Long!
From October 2–31, explore our collection of beautifully hand-wrapped books and discover something special for yourself — or surprise someone you love with a unique pre-wrapped gift.
Each book is a mystery waiting to be opened, and every purchase directly supports our Wagoneers by helping create meaningful opportunities to learn, grow, and succeed.
📍 Shop In Person
Waigand Wheels Hub
447 S. Kirkwood Rd.
Kirkwood, MO 63122
Hours: Monday–Thursday | 10 AM–3 PM
💻 Shop Online
Browse the collection anytime from the comfort of your home. After placing your order, our team will contact you to arrange the best delivery option — local delivery, Hub pickup, or shipping.
Our Sponsors
THANK YOU to our Sponsors
We are incredibly grateful to our sponsors for helping make Don’t Judge A Book By Its Cover possible. Their generosity directly supports our Wagoneer Gardens Program and the meaningful opportunities it provides for our Wagoneers each and every day.
Thank you for supporting our mission and helping us grow a more inclusive community.