- Desk decor – Turn pages of your creativity with this LEGO® Ideas Books Are My Passion building set for adults, which is filled with details to delight book-lovers
- Bookish charm – Bookworms can build the LEGO® bookshelf, which features an integrated desk, ladder and lots of colourful books, as well as a globe and jar with ink
- Enjoy peaceful details – Comes with an armchair and teacup and includes a minifigure to bring the cosy scene to life
- LEGO® decor – Once complete, the set becomes miniature desk decor that can be displayed in the office or at home
- Gift for book-lovers – The set can be given as a gift for book-lovers and writers, as well as adult LEGO® fans
- Measurements – This 285-piece set measures over 12 cm (5 in.) high, 9 cm (3.5 in.) wide and 9 cm (3.5 in) deep
Lego® Miscellaneous 40698 Books Are My Passion
Current best price
LEGO 40698 is currently available from £89.99 incl. shipping at eBay. Only one retailer in our comparison stocks it.
Updated 26 October 2026 at 15:34
Lego 40698 price comparison: where is it cheapest?
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iFurther information
The Lego set Books Are My Passion with the set number 40698 is part of the LEGO Miscellaneous theme and is recommended for ages 18+. That makes it a set mainly for adults. It was released in October 2024. It includes one minifigure. The model has 285 pieces, and we estimate it takes around < 1 hour to build. 188 Brickfact users have this set in their collection.
The set weighs about 0.342 kg. The box measures 14 x 26 x 7.2 cm. The recommended retail price is £17.99.
Our Brickfact Lego price comparison compares the prices of 1 shop for this set. It is currently cheapest at eBay for £89.99 including shipping. That is £0.32 per piece. Unfortunately, the set is currently not available below its recommended retail price.
The Part-Out-Value (POV) is the sum of the average prices paid on bricklink.com for all parts of this set. It is about £30.01.
Lego 40698 product data
Set Information
Availability
Release
10/2024
Retiring Status
Retired (12/2024)
Price Information
RRP
£17.99
Insiders Points (for purchase at Lego)
144
Part Out Value
£30.01
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Packaging
Weight
0.342 kg
EAN (GTIN13)
5702017598123
Popularity with Brickfact users
- users have this set
- 188
- buyers in the last 12 months
- 33
188 Brickfact users have Books Are My Passion in their collection. 33 users bought it in the last 12 months.
Based on anonymized Brickfact user collections; shown only for sets with at least 10 users. As of 27 October 2026.
Lego 40698 price trend
Average sale price on secondary marketplaces – not the new price at retailers.
- Current market value
- £51.02
- Growth vs. RRP
- +184 % £17.99
- Range
- £49.88 – £57.01
- Average
- £53.11
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Lego 40698 price history: how has the price changed?
Brickfact has been recording retailer prices since 24/10/2026. Best price so far: £89.99 (3 days ago).
- Current best price
- £89.99 +400% vs. RRP
- Best price since 24/10/2026
- £89.99 +400% vs. RRP · 3 days ago
Daily lowest prices at the tracked shops, including shipping. Gaps indicate days with no recorded price. The table lists each shop’s lowest price.
Lowest price per retailer (since 24/10/2026)
| Retailer | Current | Lowest price | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
 eBay | £89.99 | £89.99 | 26/10/26 |
Lowest price per day that Brickfact recorded at the retailers in the price comparison, including shipping where known – as in the comparison above. Amazon offers are not included in the price history.
Minifigures from 40698 Books Are My Passion
The Books Are My Passion set includes 1 different minifigures, 1 of which are unique to this set. The combined value of the minifigures is £2.97, which is ~17% of the RRP of this set.
x1
Woman - Tan Knit Argyle Sweater Vest, Black Legs, Dark Brown Hair, Glasses
LEGO Ideas
2024
#idea215
£2.97
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Unique
Official Set Description for LEGO 40698 Books Are My Passion
Get lost in your creativity with the LEGO® Ideas Books Are My Passion (40698) building set for adults. The winning entry in the LEGO Ideas design contest for fans, this set lets bookworms create a LEGO bookshelf featuring a desk, colourful books and a ladder. Other charming elements include a comfy armchair, teacup and a minifigure to bring the cosy scene to life. Once complete, it becomes delightful desk decor that would make a great gift for book-lovers or writers.
Building Instruction for LEGO 40698 Books Are My Passion
Part Lists for LEGO 40698 Books Are My Passion
LEGO 40698 Frequently Asked Questions
How much does LEGO 40698 Books Are My Passion cost?
The lowest price in the Brickfact price comparison is currently £89.99 incl. shipping at eBay. The RRP is £17.99.
Where can I buy LEGO 40698 cheapest?
Only one retailer in the Brickfact price comparison currently stocks LEGO 40698: eBay (£89.99).
Is LEGO 40698 still available?
LEGO has retired 40698 Books Are My Passion. New copies are still available at 1 retailers in our price comparison while stocks last.
When was LEGO 40698 cheapest?
Since tracking began on 24/10/2026, the lowest shop price recorded by Brickfact for LEGO 40698 was £89.99 on 24/10/2026 at eBay, including shipping. Amazon prices are not included.
