About Us

Uncover the Story was born from a quiet moment on a sandy beach—one of those rare moments of stillness in the whirlwind of motherhood. With waves in the background and zero small humans interrupting her thoughts, Lisa McRae—former 6th grade teacher and mother of four—felt a spark of something new: an idea to bring joy, wonder, and real stories back into the hands of children.

As a lifelong lover of books and a passionate educator, Lisa has spent years helping kids fall in love with reading. She believes that reading is more than just a skill—it’s a portal to imagination, empathy, and curiosity. But as a mom, she also knows how hard it can be to find that just right book, the one that isn’t too babyish or too advanced, the one that clicks.

That’s where Uncover the Story began.

Each wrapped book is hand-picked by Lisa with the heart of a teacher and the soul of a mom. She seeks out age-appropriate stories that are often forgotten gems—books that may not be on the front shelf of the bookstore, but still have the power to capture a child’s imagination and spark their love of reading.

And here’s the twist: the books are secondhand. Preloved. Carefully chosen from collections and shelves where they might otherwise go unread. Because at Uncover the Story, no great book gets left behind. Lisa believes every book deserves a second chance to become someone’s favorite. It’s good for the planet, good for your wallet, and even better for the stories waiting to be told.

Every box is more than a book—it’s a personal experience. It’s Lisa, flipping through pages, remembering what it’s like to teach a roomful of sixth graders. It’s a mom imagining your child’s face lighting up as they unwrap their surprise. And it’s a small business built on heart, hope, and the belief that reading can still be magic.

So go ahead—unwrap a story, and see where it takes you.