Struggling to find the perfect gift for your favorite bookish fiend? No worries I got you! Today I’m sharing my holiday bookish gift guide 2024 to give you all the ideas you need to find the best present for your friend that’s something unique and aligns perfectly with their reading hobby.
Holiday Bookish Gift Guide 2024
Many think that buying gifts for bookworms is difficult or intimidating but as a fellow bookworm let me tell you that it really isn’t. The most obvious and ideal gift is a book but if picking out a book that aligns with their taste and they’ll enjoy seems too daunting you can always switch gears and prioritize reading accessories as gifts.
Think comfy reading pillows, cozy socks, candles, coffee, tea, and other odds and ends that make up for a cozy reading session. Or, perhaps you give them something fun like a reading journal that will help them track their reading goals and the books they complete. Let’s dive into all the cool gifts you can get your fellow bibliophiles that will spark joy this holiday season.
Special Edition of A Favorite Book
If you know your friend’s favorite book or series you can always choose to pick up a special edition of that book or series. Special editions are a treasure for bookish fiends because these books are exquisitely adorned with sprayed edges, beautiful and artistic cover art, intricate detailing on the cover of the book, gorgeous end paper detailing, and may contain additional bonus content. This is the perfect gift promised to delight them. Two popular special editions are If He Had Been with Me by Laura Nowlin and The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid.
TBR Cart
A TBR cart or To Be Read cart is ideal for those who have a large physical TBR collection and want to separate the books they have yet to read from those they’ve already read. These are terrific gifts because they help readers organize their book collections and do so in a cute way. I love the MAX Houser 3-tier rolling utility cart from Amazon. It comes in six shades that can match every home decor.
Reading Pillow
Another great gift for readers is a reading pillow. It can be uncomfortable trying to get into a comfy position and maintaining proper posture and back support for a long reading session. These comfy and soft pillows provide back support and reduce strain and discomfort while reading. This particular reading pillow comes in three colors and is available on Amazon.
Reading Light
This is perfect for those bookworms who love to engage in a little late-night reading session before bed. They can enjoy their book in a dim setting without disturbing others. The Gritin 19 LED Rechargeable Book Light is perfect. Readers will appreciate the rectangular light which will provide better lighting for them to read their book.
Nespresso
Books and coffee were made for each other. So, if you really want to make that special bookworm in your life thrilled and impressed with you gifting a Nespresso machine may just do the trick. These machines brew the finest cup of espresso coffee within minutes. The Nespresso Verturo Plus by Breville is a sleek, compact version of this coffee and espresso system that includes a starter pack of Nespresso pods they can experiment with and find their favorite flavor.
Cozy Socks
These make an ideal stocking stuffer. Almost every reader loves getting cozy while reading and nothing beats sliding into a pair of luxuriously soft cozy socks and curling up with a good book. I found this pair of Fuzzy Socks on Amazon and like the variety of colors they offer.
Reading Journal
A reading journal is a terrific gift for any book lover because it allows them to track their books, make monthly and yearly reading goals, plan out reading challenges, create book lists and so much more. One of my favorite reading journals is the Mindmellow Book Reading Journal. It comes with layouts for book reviews, monthly goal setting, TBR lists, and reading challenges.
Bookends
Bookends are a decorative way to display your books while keeping them tidy and upright. They come in a variety of designs and colors to match every person’s unique home decor. I find the elegant beauty of the Oakoa Concrete Heavy Bookends to provide a minimalist yet chic touch.
Scented Candle
Candles are another lovely gift for bookish people since they aid in creating a cozy aromatic environment for reading. You can find all types of gorgeously decorated and scented candles from those that are bookish-themed like the CE Craft Coffee and A Book scented candle to those that are seasonal like the Thymes Candle in the Fraser Fir scent.
Custom Book Embosser
For those who are building and growing their home library, this would make an excellent gift as they can engrave their books as belonging to their library. Such a unique and personal gift option. My personal favorite is a book embosser with a delightful skeleton but there are so many options available.
Throw Blanket
Nothing quite beats curling up with a yummy plush blanket and a good book. My favorite throw blanket is this Sherpa Fleece Blanket. It looks perfect for snuggling up on the couch and diving into a good book.
Ember Temperature Controlled Mug
There’s nothing worse than having to reheat your coffee or tea in the middle of your reading session. With the Ember Temperature Controlled Mug, your bookish friend doesn’t have to worry about reheating their beverage as it’s kept a nice cozy temperature for them.
Annotation Kit
If your friend is heavy into annotating their book giving them an aesthetic annotating kit will brighten their day. This Mr. Pen Aesthetic Book Annotating Kit is perfect. It’s complete with highlighters, gel pens, sticky notes, gel pens, and tabs.
Holiday Tea Set
Does your bookish friend enjoy a nice cuppa tea? Then this charming tea set by Tea Forte featuring yummy holiday-flavored tea will warm their heart and soul.
Nightstand Book Holder
A nightstand book holder is perfect for nighttime readers who like to keep their books handy on their nightstand. It also includes space for their favorite beverage.
Kindle with Kindle Unlimited Subscription
If your friend is an avid e-book reader gifting them a Kindle with Kindle Unlimited subscription is an excellent idea. New Kindles were released this past fall and would make excellent Christmas gifts this festive season.
Kindle Accessories
Every Kindle owner needs accessories to personalize their Kindle and make it their own and the options are endless. You can gift them a premium Kindle case to protect and give their Kindle a stylish look. Also, a wireless charging dock is splendid allowing for quick and seamless charging. Another great accessory that would make a great stocking stuffer is a pop socket that will aid in easing discomfort associated with holding and reading from a Kindle for prolonged periods.
Book Sleeves
Gifting a book sleeve to your bookish pal provides them with a cute and stylish way to protect their books while traveling ensuring they don’t get damaged and maintain their pristine condition. While there are adorable book sleeves available on Amazon I love shopping for book sleeves on Etsy. My favorite shop is the Sangrah Shop she has tons of gorgeous bookish book sleeves and various other bookish merch.
Bookish Merch
Aside from Etsy, another place I find has amazing bookish merch is The Bookish Goods. From sweatshirts, tees, tote bags, mugs, and other merchandise you’re guaranteed to find adorable bookish-themed gifts perfect for readers.
I hope you’re buzzing with ideas for what to get the bookish people in your life or perhaps you share this with your friends and family to give them ideas on what you’d like to receive this holiday season.
