10 Bookish Gift Ideas

The holiday season is upon us! That means many people are looking for gift ideas for their family and friends. Should there be a book lover on your list, I have a few ideas for you.

As a book lover, I have been keeping my eyes open for new things, and have started a bit of a list. These are all things that I would love to open this holiday season (or any other gift giving time). Perhaps the book lover in your life would like them too.

1) A Warm Blanket

This chunky knit blanket is one that I have on my list! I'm hoping for the 40x60 size. Color wise I am liking this beige, but the light gray, and the camel also caught my eye.

Blanket

2) Cozy Socks

Now personally I am not a big fan of socks, but the Minnesota winters seem to stick around for way too long, and I have to wear the foot prisons when I go out. So why not have cute book socks to wear! I love these comic book socks, the library card socks, of course Harry Potter socks, and these pigeon socks! (My kids and I LOVE Pigeon!)

Comic Socks

Harry Potter Socks

Library Socks

Pigeon Socks

3) A Planner!

I love to have a paper planner so I can keep track of my anticipated reads! It's also a place to plan out my blog post schedule, and of course also to keep track of family happenings. (as well as bills, ugh, adulting!)

Now I already have my planner for 2023, so had I been a bit more patient this could have been a gift, but there was a sale I couldn't pass up, so I gifted it to myself. 

ErinCondren.com

Now if you know me in every day life, you know that I am NOT a Star Wars fan, but this cover was adorable. So I had to. Plus look at that ewok! It's cute! Maybe one day EC will team up with Star Trek, and then I can have a Next Generation cover. Hey a person can dream! Oh, and I go with the vertical weekly in neutral. 

4) Kindle Unlimited Subscription

A KU Subscription is perfect for the avid reader! I mean come on there are over 2 MILLION books available to be read! Not to mention magazines! It really is a fantastic gift opportunity. $9.99 per month is an amazing price. Many indie authors have their books on KU, so consider checking them out.
 

5) Audible Subscription

Do you know an audio book fan? If so, gift them a few months of Audible! Now I am personally not an audio book fan, but my daughter is. So this is a gift possibility for her.

Paying for an entire year may seem a tad expensive, but it really is the best deal, as it works out to $12.50 per month ($150/year).

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6) Book Boxes!

This is another subscription idea. Here are two book boxes that I have caught my attention:

Reveal looks amazing! They have 4 different box options, and you can let them know you're preferred tropes! I need this one immediately!

Hello Lovely has many different book box options on their site. Quite a few are sold out, which is a bummer but understandable due to popularity. Personally I have my eye on the Trope of the Month box.

7) MERCH!

Does your reader have a favorite author, or two, or three, or a boatload? I have many favorites. 

This sweatshirt from Novel Grounds is PERFECT for the long Minnesota Winters!

Cheshire Mug from Samantha Lovelock
(Alice in Wonderland retelling)

Folkestone Sins from Samantha Lovelock
(My FAVORITE!)

I NEED this PUCKED hoodie from Helena Hunting!
(Violet + Alex 4EVER!)

I need these STINGERS joggers from the Something So series! Actually I need Novel Grounds to do another release of Natasha Madison merch.

I LOVE the Hockey Gods series from Xavier Neal!
(NEED THIS!)

Also, I desperately need Kim Loraine and Meg Anne to release some Mate Games merch! I would love a hoodie for Ravenscroft University! (or a tote, notebook, pouch, etc)

8) Bookshelf Board Games

I have 4 of these games, and want to add more to my collection! I love how they look on the shelf, and they are just fantastic versions to own. I love how the boxes look like books.

Clue

Monopoly

Scrabble

Sorry

Yahtzee

9) Signed Books or Special Covers

Find out who the reader's favorite author is, go to their website or Facebook page, and find out if they offer signed copies or special edition covers. Many offer this! Your reader will appreciate it! I have my eye on the Natasha Madison Southern series covers, as well as Helena Hunting's PUCKED series, and the Sterling Falls series from S Massery!

10) A Kindle

I know, I know, I know...I used to feel the same way about Kindles. I was firmly "physical book" for many years. Then my husband gifted me a Kindle Paperwhite and it reinvigorated my love of reading. Plus it allowed me to discover so many indie authors, that I'm now obsessed with. I recommend the Paperwhite, but I have heard good things about the Oasis. I love that side panel that the Oasis offers. The Scribe looks neat, but that price tag is not for me. I do love the option to write though, but not enough to spend $340 or higher.

There you have it! The 10 items that I think any book lover would enjoy.

Happy Reading,
Laura

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10 Bookish Stocking Stuffers

I don't know about you, but finding fun items to put in Christmas stockings can be a bit rough. Personally I'm trying to take a different approach to stockings this year. So I thought that I'd share what I would like to find in my stocking, and they are all reading related. For the most part. 

1) Longer Kindle Cord

The cord that comes with the Kindle is quite short. This one though, this is 5 feet, and perfect for when you want to read but the Kindle needs to be plugged in. Trust me, it's a thing, especially when the Kindle is used daily.

2) Extra Power Adapter

This just makes sense. If you're grabbing an extra long cord, grab a backup adapter as well. We all know adapters go missing, so toss an extra in your bookworm's stocking. (and then try your best not to "borrow" it.) 

3) Fun Socks

Now hear me out, the majority of the year I despise socks. I do. But in the winter time, and early spring, they are just needed. So bookish socks are a good thing to have on hand. My father-in-law gifted me a 3 pack of bookish ankle socks, and they are my go to socks. 

4) Stickers

Does this surprise you? Honestly I think everyone of any age can enjoy stickers! From kids to teens to adults, they are just fun. They are perfect to decorate water bottles, planners, notebooks, laptop covers, and the list goes on.  So trust me, stickers make a great stocking stuffer.

5) Bookmarks

These word wire bookmarks from Charlie and Crew are one of my favorites! Seeing as how I have that one from Charlie and Crew with my name, I also have my eye on this one:

I LOVE the Lord of the Rings movies, and my goal is to read the books. So why not branch into the books, and have a perfectly themed bookmark to go with it.

6) A Book Light

Any reader would appreciate a book light! This one just so happens to clip onto the book itself, and it is SO bright! When ever I am reading a physical book before bed (vs my kindle), I always have my book light going.

7) Pens and Markers

My favorite pen happens to be the Pilot Acroball (fine), and I use them all the time. These are the pens that I try to hide from my family members, because otherwise I will have NO pens. Trust me on that. As for Markers, I have my eyes on the Midliners from Zebra. As well as the Tombow Dual Brush Markers.

8) Favorite Tea, Cocoa, Coffee

This one seems pretty straight forward. If it were my stocking, it would include my favorite caramel cappuccino k-cups, cafe mocha k-cups, or some hot chocolate single serve packets. I'm not a tea drinker, but the other two would have me pumped. If you don't know their preferred beverage, a small gift card to Starbucks, Dunkin, or Caribou would be a great addition.

9) Page Flags

I'm not someone who annotates books, but I know there are plenty of readers out there who are! So to make it easier on them, toss in some page flags!

10) Gift Cards

My last suggestion is for a gift card to their preferred bookstore, or to their favorite author's merch shop! That way they can pick out that item they've had their eye on. My preferred bookstore is Amazon, because that is where most of the indie romance authors sell their books. I also peek at their merch shops from time to time to see if there is anything specific I want to grab. Right now there isn't, but I know that will change!

So there you have it, 10 stocking stuffers that I think any reader would like to have. Of course feel free to add in their favorite gums, lip balms, little lotions, etc to add to the fun.

What would you add for a bookish stocking stuffer?

Laura

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10 Bookish Gift Ideas

 

The holiday season is quickly approaching! Which means it is time to start thinking about what gifts to give to those you cherish dearly.

If you have an avid reader slash bookworm in your life, that can make gift giving a little tricky. Especially if they want bookish items. I mean a gift card is always nice, but there are other options!

Here are 10 bookish items that I think most readers would enjoy.

1) Kindle Paperwhite

I know, I know, this is a big ticket item! Trust me though, if your person is an avid reader they will cherish this gift!

My husband gifted me a Paperwhite about 2 years ago now, and rarely a day goes by that I don't use it.

2) Kindle Unlimited Subscription

Kindle Unlimited Membership Plans

As you may know, I am a major fan of the romance genre, and I've heard that KU is the subscription to have! I've yet to sign up, but if I were to receive it as a gift, I'd be thrilled! Plus they let you download 20 books at a time! That's just wild.

3) A Kindle Case/Protector

You've just spent all that money on the Kindle, now let's protect it with a cute case!

This is definitely on my list for Christmas this year. When you're looking at cases, make sure to check out what generation it fits! I have a 10th generation Kindle, but they just released the 11th generation!

4) Library Bag

Who doesn't love a good tote bag? It's perfect for picking up your latest book holds at the library, or for perusing around the local bookstore.

I have a library bag, and my kids recently received their own as well. It's definitely handy when we go to the library! I no longer have to hold all their books while they browse.

5) Book Sleeve

Maybe your person is more of a physical book reader than an ebook reader. If that's the situation, look into book sleeves! These are perfect to throw in your tote bag, back pack, or purse. It will help to protect your current read from getting all banged up.

6) Cozy Blanket

This blanket will be well used! Every time they curl up with a book (or their Kindle), they will have this to keep them warm and cozy. It's all about being comfy while reading a book, and a nice blanket is always nice to have close by.

7) Bookish Mugs

Perfect for coffee, tea, hot cocoa, hot apple cider, or any other beverage. I mean mugs are always nice to have! Mugs that speak to the bookish soul, even better!

I have this one from Awesome Librarians, and I ADORE IT!

8) Bookish Shirts

Hey, if people can wear support their favorite fandoms and/or teams by wearing their apparel, so can book lovers! Plus if you know one of their favorite authors, chances are they have a merch shop!

I've been eyeing up merch from Samantha Lovelock, Helena Hunting, and Xavier Neal. I do wish Samantha had a shirt that just said The Heirs. Maybe I'll suggest that to her.

9) Notebooks or Journals

Most bookworms are also big into notebooks, journals, and planners. A notebook gives them the option to write down their favorite quotes, create a reading journal, write down their to be read (TBR) list, upcoming releases from their favorite authors, and so on.

I've had my eye on that one above for a white now, but haven't pulled the trigger. Yet. There is also one at Target that caught my eye. My 9 year old daughter also noticed it, and said "I want that!". Great minds think a like. Now, that journal was almost $20, but it would be a great gift idea.

10) Air Pods

I know, another big ticket item! Hear me out though. There are many book lovers out there who prefer audio books over physical books or ebooks. So a pair of Air Pods would make it easier for them to listen to their books! They'll appreciate them when they are listening on Scribd, Audible, Libro.fm, Overdrive, or listening to their favorite podcasts!

So there you have it, my 10 (non-gift card) ideas that I think any book lover would enjoy.

What would you add to the list?

Happy shopping!
Laura

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