The best gifts for book lovers

If you’re a voracious reader (or looking for a gift for one), this reading journal might be just the thing for you. It has space for book reviews and also a list of literary favorites, a borrowed/loaned books section, and a genre checklist – so you’re a well-rounded reader. At the end of the year, you can look back and easily re-read your favorite books and quotes.

This bookworm reading light is perfect for readers of all ages. It’s practical, oh-so-cute, and you can’t beat the price. It makes a great addition to a main gift, or can be used on its own if you want to surprise your favorite book lover with a little something. It can also be used as a bookmark and comes in many other styles, including mermaid and dinosaur.

You can never have enough fabric bags – especially when they are printed with life wisdom like this one. Are there truer words for a book lover? We don’t think so.

Even if you plan on giving this amazing bag as a gift, there’s a chance you might change your mind and “accidentally” keep it for yourself. No one could ever blame you for that, though. At $13 a piece, you might be able to justify buying two to start with.

Although this looks like an ordinary mug, it is so much more than that. It contains a QR code (hidden on one of the books) that can be scanned every day to receive a new literary quote – for an entire year! What could be better for a book lover than starting the day with coffee? And a quote from famous authors like Jane Austen and Charles Dickens? In addition, the “Sorry, I’m booking” mug is funny and adorable.

You don’t even have to be a sports fan to appreciate this nod to Nike’s famous slogan “Just do it.” So clever, right? It comes in a wide range of sizes (including kids and toddler sizes) and colors. Plus, the sweatshirt can be further personalized with text on the back at no extra cost. It would be a perfect “uniform” for a book club and a great gift.

If you’ve ever wondered what a “book club” in candle form would smell like, we have the answer for you: warm nutmeg, amber, and sandalwood. This Homesick candle would make a perfect gift for the hostess of a book club, but any book and/or candle lover will enjoy the amazing scent and appreciate that it’s made with natural soy wax. This candle size has a burn time of approximately 60-80 hours, so it can see the recipient through many exciting books.

If the book lover in your life is also a fan of kitschy ornaments, this is a perfect gift for them. Craftspring’s hand-embroidered ornament is wonderfully whimsical and is also made from sustainable, locally sourced merino blend wool.

Such a unique and aesthetically pleasing ornament could be displayed all year round – you don’t have to wait for the holidays. For example, you could pin it to a bulletin board to remind yourself of your favorite library memories every day.

If you’re looking for a gift for a literature lover that’s fun and practical, this 40-ounce Darling Effect mug is perfect for you. It’s designed to keep drinks hot or cold for hours, features a convenient handle, and the colorful book design can’t be beat. This is definitely a gift that won’t be shoved in the closet and forgotten, which is really saying something. Note that this mug also comes in a variety of other stylish designs that you might also find hard to resist.

This gift set from Uncommon Goods includes loads of fun for book lovers: a library card-style tote bag, a “Fall Asleep Here” magnetic bookmark, and two sets of trivia cards (one on classics and one on fantasy). The lucky recipient of this set is sure to be the life of the book club party with these items.

Books are meant to be shared and enjoyed, and this pink acrylic stand from Anthropologie will easily put your most beautiful coffee table books front and center. The bold color is a great way to add a striking accent to any room, and it’s sure to be a focal point no matter where in your (or your favorite book lover’s) home it ends up. The hard part will be deciding which book to display.

Comfort is key when you’re lost in a good book. This reading pillow from Urban Outfitters is just the thing for getting lost in the pages of a great read, especially since the bouclé material is so soft and cozy. The pillow also features a side pocket where you can stash your phone and block out the rest of the world while you read.