Best Holiday Gifts for Book Lovers
- Becky Olson
- 6 days ago
- 5 min read
Updated: 1 day ago
Have any book lovers in your life and wondering what to get them this holiday season? I've curated some recommendations for the best holiday gifts for book lovers and unique book-related gifts. From Black Friday to Cyber Monday and all the sales in between, I hope these inspire you in your shopping journey! I am not paid to promote any of these recommendations.
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Book Recommendations
My Top Pick
The Wedding People by Alison Espach
This novel is part romance, part dark comedy, and part domestic fiction. Solo traveler, Phoebe Stone, is mistakenly identified as a wedding guest at a Newport, Rhode Island hotel, leading to an unexpected connection with the bride and a journey of personal transformation. The book is a humorous yet poignant story about chance encounters, unexpected friendships, and finding a new path in life.
For the Romantasy Readers:
Empyrean series by Rebecca Yarros
The Empyrean series (sometimes referred to as the Fourth Wing series) is an excellent place to dip your toes into the romantasy genre. The heroine, Violet Sorrengail, is forced to train as a dragon rider. Despite being physically frail, she must endure deadly training, combat, and assassination attempts, while navigating an "enemies-to-lovers" romance.
Book 1: Fourth Wing
Book 2: Iron Flame
Book 3: Onyx Storm
Books 4 and 5: To be announced
Kindred's Curse Saga by Penn Cole
Fans of romantasy, action, adventure, and romance should enjoy this series. Diem Bellator, a young woman from a poor village, discovers a dangerous secret about her past after her mother disappears, forcing her to enter the world of the Descended—magical offspring of the gods—to uncover the truth.
Book 1: Spark of the Everflame
Book 2: Glow of the Everflame
Book 3: Heat of the Everflame
Books 4: Burn of the Everflame—releasing 2026
Saga of the Unfated Series by Danielle L. Jensen
Dive into Norse mythology in the Saga of the Unfated series. Think: a thrilling Viking fantasy with heart-pounding action and romance. I recommend it if you enjoy fantasy, mythology, and forbidden romance. This series contains only two books, so it's a shorter read than many popular series.
A Fate Inked in Blood
A Curse Carved in Bone
For the A Court of Thorn & Roses Fans:
A Feast of Thorns and Roses: The Unofficial Cookbook of A Court of Thorns and Roses by Chelsea Cole
& A Coupe of Thorns and Rosé: The Unofficial Court of Thorns and Roses Cocktail Book by J. Becker
To Say A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR) by Sarah J. Maas is an incredibly popular series would be an understatement. is an incredibly popular series would be an understatement. Many credit this series as the catalyst for the romantic genre. That's why the unofficial ACOTAR cookbook and cocktail book would make a great gift for fans.
For the Romance Readers:
First-Time Caller by B.K. Borison: A hopeless romantic meets a jaded radio host in this cozy, Sleepless in Seattle-inspired love story.
If Not for My Baby by Kate Golden: It's the duet of a lifetime when a rock star and his backup singer find a new kind of harmony off stage.
What Happens in Amsterdam by Rachel Lynn Solomon: When an office romance ends poorly and gets Dani Dorfman fired, she applies for a job in Amsterdam, idly dreaming of escaping the mess she's created.
For the Foodie Readers:
Taste: My Life Through Food by Stanley Tucci: Taste is a reflection on the intersection of food and life, filled with anecdotes about his growing up in Westchester, New York
The Condiment Book by Claire Dinhut (both the US and UK versions!): This is a comprehensive guide to condiments, covering everything from classic favorites to global flavors, historical facts, and recipes.
Jane Austen's Table by Robert Tuesley Anderson: A gorgeous collection of more than 50 thematic recipes inspired by the people and places in Jane Austen’s novels.
Book-Related Gifts
For Cozy Nights
Sometimes candles get a bad rap as a gift, but for many book lovers, curling up with a book, a cup of tea, and a lovely scent wafting through the air is their idea of a perfect evening. If you feel like it's not enough, add a cute bookmark (Check out these adorable die-cut bookmarks from Humdrum Paper) or Rifle Paper Company journal to the gift.
Smells Like Books offers numerous candle choices—like the pictured "Book Lover"—all inspired by literature.
Perfect Pairings
Speaking of a cup of tea, Cliché Teas offers tea based on literary themes. Choose from different tea collections (like The Fantasy Set or the Archetypes Set) or a variety of tea blends (Brew a cup of Anti-hero or Coming of Age), all inspired by fun and popular book tropes.
Cliché's teas are thoughtfully blended with readers and sippers in mind. Their ingredients are high quality, and are housed in compostable pyramid sachets (free of microplastics) to allow room for the leaves to expand as they steep.
Pairings: For Those 21 and Over
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of the world's bestselling cocktail recipes book with this special new, expanded edition. Tequila Mockingbird (10th Anniversary Expanded Edition): Cocktails with a Literary Twist features an updated introduction, refined drink recipes, and more than 70 delicious drinks and bar snacks.
You can find this delightful book at many locations, but why not also support a local bookstore or a public library with your purchase!
Keep Books Close to Their Heart
This delicate sterling silver necklace locket from the Metropolitan Museum of Art evokes an elegant 20th-century locket resembling a half-leather-bound book. Decorating the cover is a stylized sprig of forget-me-nots, enhanced with pops of blue and green enamel. The Museum's locket is one of several housed in the collection of The Met's Thomas J. Watson Library, one of the most comprehensive art libraries in the world.
For Book and Cat Lovers
Books and cats are like peanut butter and jelly.
You can't go wrong with your cat-loving reader and these cute Bookish Cat Magnets. These magnets feature adorable cat portraits from classic books including Romeow & Juliet, The Great Catsby, Purride & Prejudice.
Help Carry All Those Books
Who doesn't love a good tote bag? These totes from the Ingalls Homestead (yes, Laura Ingalls Wilder!) are a cute and versatile way to show your love of books and reading. They care four different styles is a little something for everyone:
Curled Up (featured)
Tin Man (My heart is for books)
Designated Reader
Heart Design with Books in the center
Readers and DIYers
Reading a great story feels like stepping into another world. And these DIY storybook kits (there are several to choose from) open a magical portal right between your favorite books. Filled with wonderful details, each miniature, illuminated scenario is hand-assembled by you—a perfect gift for friends who love miniatures or moms who enjoy self-decor.
Cover Their Kindle Books
Safeguard your book lover's e-reader in style. The Book Lover Kindle Sleeve is made from grey and black leatherette fabric and is reinforced in the corners with gold hardware. The sleeve offers both a soft feel and durable defense against scratches, dust, and everyday wear.
Travel Enthusiasts
Much like Book Club Journeys, these fanciful postcards take you to another time and place. Now you can send your friends postcards from places one could only dream of.
This 6-postcard set is from Etsy and feature a similar look to the popular vintage illustrations of the National Parks.
All Books Have an End
Books need bookends and these make a fun and eclectic addition to any shelf. These frolicking acrobatic hippopotamuses add whimsy, functionality, and a conversation piece to your space.
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