Here’s a list of bookish ideas to make Christmas extra special for the book lover in your life:

Gifts for Book Lovers

  1. Special Editions: Beautifully bound or illustrated editions of their favorite books.
  2. Bookmarks: Unique or handmade bookmarks (magnetic, leather, or themed designs).
  3. Book Subscription Boxes: Monthly book crates like Book of the Month, OwlCrate, or Illumicrate.
  4. Customized Bookplates: Personalized “Ex Libris” stickers for their library.
  5. Reading Light: Clip-on or rechargeable reading lamps.
  6. Bookends: Decorative bookends (e.g., literary-themed, minimalist, or quirky).
  7. Book Sleeves: Padded covers to protect books on the go.
  8. Literary Candles: Scents inspired by books, authors, or fictional worlds.
  9. Cozy Reading Blanket: A soft, warm throw for curling up with a book.
  10. Tea or Coffee Samplers: Paired with a mug featuring book quotes or designs.

Creative Ideas

  1. A Personal Library Kit: Stampers, cards, or labels to make their book collection feel official.
  2. Custom Book Stack Artwork: Prints that feature a stack of their favorite titles.
  3. Literary Apparel: Shirts, hoodies, or socks with quotes, book covers, or library themes.
  4. Bookish Jewelry: Pendants, bracelets, or rings inspired by literature.
  5. Custom Dust Jackets: Commission unique jackets for their favorite books.

DIY Bookish Gifts

  1. Homemade Bookmark: Craft a personalized bookmark using pressed flowers, calligraphy, or embroidery.
  2. Literary Advent Calendar: Wrap 12 or 24 books (new or secondhand) for a countdown to Christmas.
  3. Book-Themed Jar: Fill a jar with quotes, passages, or mini scrolls of their favorite books.
  4. Book Quote Art: Frame an artistic rendering of their favorite literary quote.
  5. Handwritten Letter: Write them a letter in the style of their favorite character or author.

Bookish Experiences

  1. Bookstore Gift Card: A voucher for their favorite independent or chain bookstore.
  2. Tickets to an Author Event: An upcoming signing, reading, or book festival.
  3. Museum or Library Tour: Visits to literary museums, iconic libraries, or author homes.
  4. Reading Nook Upgrade: Help set up a cozy corner with cushions, fairy lights, and shelves.
  5. Audiobook Subscription: A gift card for Audible, Libro.fm, or another audiobook service.

Stocking Stuffers

  1. Mini Books: Tiny books or novelty items like book-shaped pins or keychains.
  2. Sticky Notes: Literary-themed page markers for annotating books.
  3. Puzzle or Game: Bookish puzzles or trivia card games like “Literary Charades.”
  4. Notebooks: Journals inspired by classic novels or with literary quotes.
  5. Pens or Highlighters: Fancy or themed writing tools for their reading notes.

Which idea do you like the most, or would you like more details on any?

By ella

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