Gifts perfect for a book lover
Here are some ideas for gifts for book lovers that make for great reader gifts. Perfect for Christmas, birthdays, or anytime.
One of the first things a person thinks about when purchasing a gift for a book lover is to buy the individual a new book. Unless you know which books the person already owns or a particular book that person wants, it might be better to gift that person some kind of reading accessory. Alternatively, check out book reviews and find something similar to books you know they have previously read.
Gift Ideas for Book Lovers
So many book accessories exist, it’s hard to know where to begin. If the person enjoys a particular book series, such as Twilight or Harry Potter, a companion book might be appreciated, such as Love Bites: The Unofficial Saga of Twilight or The Sorcerer’s Companion: A Guide to the Magical World of Harry Potter.
Does the individual also enjoy cooking? If so, “The Book Lovers Cookbook,” by Shaunda Kennedy Walker and Janet Kay Jensen, has recipes inspired by food mentioned in famous books including Little Women and the C. S. Lewis classic The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. Additional accessories include:
- headboard lamp;
- decorative bookends;
- reading pillow;
- literary quotation magnets; and
- book lover T-shirt.
Gifts for Readers
On top of a lot of readers’ wish lists would be Kindle or a gift card to a bookstore such as Borders or Barnes & Noble. An inexpensive gift idea is for a mouse pad reflecting a love of reading or books. Create a fun gift basket with some book accessories. More book lovers gifts for consideration are:
- sterling silver bookmark;
- book tote bag;
- the Book Lovers Calendar;
- book clock;
- book journal;
- iPad case; and
- Good Reading: The Magazine for Book Lovers.
Book Lover Gift Ideas
Oftentimes an avid reader likes to kick back and relax with a warm beverage while reading a book. Coffee tops this list. Some gourmet coffee could make for a great gift. It’s not unusual for book lovers to also enjoy some type of game that is related to reading. If checking into gifts for readers, be sure to check out:
- Trivial Pursuit Book Lover’s Edition;
- Bookopoly; and
- Literati Challenge.
When looking for reader gifts, there are so many book lover gift ideas to consider. If unsure of a particular book to buy for someone, be sure to consider some type of book accessory which can make for a great book lover gift.
Don’t forget that gift cards can make for an ideal gift as the person receiving the gift card has the opportunity to buy exactly what he or she is looking for. Have more shopping to do?