Amazon First Reads deal: Two Kindle books free with Prime, or $1.99 without

GET TWO FREE E-BOOKS: As of July 8, Amazon is offering two Amazon First Reads books for $1.99 each, or completely free for Prime members.

As if there wasn’t enough to get excited about on Prime Day — seriously, check out the live blog, because this year’s sale event is absolutely stacked — Amazon has thrown in something for First Reads fans too.

As of July 8, Amazon First Reads is giving away two books for free to Prime members. But anyone without Prime can still take advantage by picking up two books for just $1.99 each. The deal actually runs for the entire month, meaning that it extends beyond the main Prime Day celebrations.

If you’re new to Amazon First Reads, this is how it works: First Read editors pick an exciting lineup of new novels every month, giving readers early access. Readers can read for free or at a reduced price, depending on whether they’re Prime members.

First Reads itself is actually free to join. Just sign up and you’ll get a monthly Amazon email featuring all the latest First Reads picks.

Whether you opt to join the First Reads program with Prime to take advantage of the free content, or you’d prefer to pay as you go, First Reads deals make fresh new literature accessible. Sign up now to get two free Amazon First Reads books with Prime, or two for $1.99 each without Prime.

You can also stay on top of Prime Day and other deals with our handy guide on everything you need to know about Prime Day. Don’t miss those bargains.