Rob Ettinger is a lifelong enthusiast of literature and the transportive power of home fragrance. By weaving these two passions together, he has pioneered a way to make reading a multi-sensory journey. His vision allows for a deeply immersive experience, where curated scents bring the atmosphere of a story to life around you. Rob’s approach transforms the act of reading into a physical exploration, inviting you to inhabit the worlds you discover on the page.
Bookish Candles & Wax Melts
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At Wax & Words, we believe that a great story deserves an atmosphere to match. We craft genre-specific scents designed to be the perfect companion to your reading ritual, bridging the gap between your reality and the world on the page. Whether you are falling for a romance or solving a mystery, we are here to help you scent, read, and immerse yourself completely in the story.
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This Week's Pairings
A hand-picked selection of literature and fragrance, perfectly paired.
Coyote
As the ruthless United Republic of America overtakes Earth, a crew of downtrodden rebels seeks their freedom aboard a stolen starship!
Perfect Pairing
Mothtown
A decaying coastal town. A woman drifting through grief. Small, unsettling moments begin to blur the line between memory and reality - until the quiet starts to feel dangerous.
Perfect Pairing
Why Choose Us
Meet The Founder
Meet The Founder
Rob Ettinger is a lifelong enthusiast of literature and the transportive power of home fragrance. By weaving these two passions together, he has pioneered a way to make reading a multi-sensory journey. His vision allows for a deeply immersive experience, where curated scents bring the atmosphere of a story to life around you. Rob’s approach transforms the act of reading into a physical exploration, inviting you to inhabit the worlds you discover on the page.
Our Customer's Pictures
Jo’s hand-picked ritual: Wuthering Heights accompanied by the scent of Gothic Fiction.
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