Frequently asked questions
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🐌 What is Escargot Post?
Escargot Post sends personalised stories by post to young readers: a Discovery Letter to try it out, or a subscription with one letter every month.
We bring the Classics to life gently and joyfully, one personalised letter at a time — because great stories deserve to be savoured at the pace of a happy little snail.
Every month, your child receives an illustrated, personalised letter telling a new story, with activities and little surprises to help them wait for the next one.
What is in each letter?
In each envelope, you will find:
- a personalised, beautifully illustrated letter telling the story of the month,
- activity sheets, games and fun facts,
- stickers and little surprises,
all designed to make reading fun and turn the wait into a treat.
Is postage included?
Yes! All our letters include free postage worldwide, with no hidden costs.
Letters are sent by standard post (untracked).
If you would prefer tracked delivery, write to us at hello@escargotpost.com — we can arrange it for a small extra charge.
Do you deliver internationally?
Yes! Our letters travel all over the world — sometimes slowly (like our snail), but they always find their way to your letterbox.
When will my letter be posted?
Letters are prepared once a month. The first one is posted within 5 weeks at most of your order, then one letter every month.
If nothing has arrived within 6 weeks, write to us: hello@escargotpost.com
I post like a snail, but I reply faster than one!
Can I give Escargot Post as a gift?
Of course! Enter the child’s first name, last name and address on the product page: the letter goes straight to them.
You can also give a gift card, posted to the child (see below).
How does the gift card work?
The gift card is posted to the child, in their name, with a code worth €25 or €49. Their parents enter it when ordering a subscription on the website (the « coupon » field in the basket).
The code is used in one go: choose a subscription of the same amount, as any unused balance is lost.
The card is valid for 1 year from purchase. It cannot be exchanged for cash or refunded.
Can I cancel or return my order?
No. Each letter is personalised for one child: an order cannot be cancelled, returned or refunded (see the Refund Policy).
However, you can change the first name, the story or the address as long as the first letter has not been posted (see below). And if we make a mistake, we will send you a corrected letter.
What age is Escargot Post recommended for?
For children aged 6 to 12.
What language are the letters in?
In French, English or Spanish: you choose the language on the product page.
Can two children share a subscription?
The letters are personalised for one child. But two brothers and sisters who live together can share a letter: enter both first names in the « Child’s first name » field (for example « Claire and Amanda »).
The letter will begin: « Dear Claire and Amanda, »
How long does each story last?
One story a month: every month, your child discovers a new story.
Are the letters suitable for children with dyslexia or reluctant readers?
Not… yet! But we are working on it.
If you are interested, write to us at hello@escargotpost.com — it helps us head in the right direction.
Can I ask for the first letter to arrive on a special date (birthday, celebration, etc.)?
After your purchase (within 3 days), send us an email telling us the date you would like.
How long does international delivery take?
It depends a lot on the country.
If nothing has arrived within 6 weeks, contact us: hello@escargotpost.com
What happens if a letter gets lost?
Write to us at hello@escargotpost.com: we will send it again free of charge.
If the address entered when ordering had a mistake in it, we will also send it again free of charge, once per order or subscription.
Can I change my address after subscribing?
Yes, as long as the letter has not been posted yet: write to us quickly at hello@escargotpost.com.
If it has already gone, we can send it again free of charge to the new address, once per order or subscription.
Can I change the child’s first name or the chosen story after ordering?
Yes — if the first letter has not been posted yet.
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