Christmas Buying Guide for Book Lovers
The holidays are all about spoiling those closest to you with gifts. We’ve put together a Christmas buying guide to make the book lover in your life smile. Check out our top ten choices for any reader, whether they’re the person you love the most or your Secret Santa at the office.
The 10 Best Christmas Gifts for Book Lovers
10. Books: This one is obvious, isn’t it? If you know a book lover, just buy them a book! We put this Christmas gift option at number 10 because it is so straightforward. Buyer beware though, readers are often particular about the genres they enjoy. If you plan to grab a book for someone, try to sneakily ask them what they prefer to read before purchase.
9. A gift card to a local bookshop: Most avid readers, especially ones that enjoy physical books, frequent local bookstores constantly. A fail-proof gift for the book-obsessed is a gift card. Plus, you’re supporting a local business, which is always a smart idea.
8. A tiny booklight: For those of you who read by flashlight in years past, we’re happy to report that book lights have come a very long way. Peruse small, portable, battery-powered book lights that your favorite bookworm can keep in their bag for emergency use.
7. Bookmarks: A true book nerd can never have enough bookmarks. These vital placeholders can make or break the reading experience. Help the bookworm in your life always know where they left off in the story with a bookmark.
6. An E-reader holder: Truly one of the coolest advancements in reading technology, an E-reader holder clips to a headboard and will hold a tablet in place. This allows for hands-free reading while in bed. If you know a book-lover who prefers to read on a Kindle or a Nook, this is a great gift.
5. Highlighters and stickers: Some readers love to take notes and mark pages as they go. If you know someone who enjoys this practice, check out creative highlighters, pens, and stickers to help them keep their place as they go. Many local bookstores carry these favored items, so take a trip across town and see what you find.
4. An E-Reader case: Customizing electronics with creative cases and stickers is common these days and can be a great way for you to show the reader in your life how well you know them. Consider snagging a cute E-Reader case for their Kindle in a cute print, or opt for a book-themed sticker that they can use to customize their favorite gadget.
3. A book-themed tote: Readers always need more bags to carry their physical books or E-Readers around. Find a cute tote with a bookish theme to satisfy the reader in your life.
2. Bookends: Available in a plethora of creative designs, bookends are a great gift for the reader who have many books to display. Select a set of bookends themed in the book lover’s favorite series, animal, or color as the perfect Christmas gift.
1. A Book of the Month Subscription: This incredible service allows a reader to receive a new book every month. With award-winning selections in a wide array of genres, the Book of the Month Club is a great option for the reader in your life.
Find the perfect Christmas gift for the reader in your life using the suggestions in our guide. Have other ideas? Hit us up on Instagram and let us know what you’re hoping for this Christmas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is giving a book as a gift a good idea?
Yes! Books are a great Christmas gift for any person. If you’re buying a specific novel or non-fiction book, make sure the selection suits the reader’s preferences. Or, opt for a photography, cooking, or coffee table book as a general gift for coworkers or acquaintances.
How can I impress my book lover?
Impress the book love in your life by giving them a gift that shows you understand their reading preferences and tastes. Not all readers enjoy all genres, so the better you are at gifting a book that will delight a specific person, the more you show them that you care.