28 Book Gifts That All the Readers in Your Life Will Love

Amy GordonContributor
Amy GordonContributor
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If you have a reader (or two or three… ) in your orbit that you need to shop for, you’ve come to the right place! From accessories that make the reading process even more enjoyable to elegant decor that celebrates a love of literature, we rounded up the best items for every bibliophile you know. Whether you’re shopping for your bookworm coworker who loves to cook or your mother-in-law who needs an e-reader (or maybe even snagging a little something special for yourself), keep reading for our curated list of favorite gifts for all of the book lovers in your life.

Shopping for a different sort of giftee? We regularly keep up to date on new product launches and comb the internet to bring you the absolute perfect finds for the loved ones in your life, whether you want to send them a subscription that keeps on giving, help them celebrate their four-legged friend, or make their heart melt. Happy gifting, friends!

Best Gifts for Readers

Book Couch iPad Stand
$26$2312% off

Because we all know where most of the reading happens — lying in bed or reclining on a sofa! This cushy book stand will keep your favorite reader comfy while they read or scroll (it works for tablets, too).

$23 at Amazon
Reader's Tool Box
$180$162

If you tend to read in different rooms and require just the perfect circumstances to make that happen, look no further than the reader's tool box. There are compartments for books and/or kindles, reading glasses, snacks, drinks, and any other items you might need with you from room to room. Set it up on your nightstand and then bring it out to your living room, and then over to your reading nook to finish out your day of power-reading. (It's an exhausting day, but someone's gotta do it.)

$162 at Levenger
Bookshop Gift Card
$10

Support local, indepentent bookstores no matter where you — or your favorite bookworm — lives thanks to Bookshop.org's gift cards. Bookshop is an online book retailier that lets shoppers select a bookstore to direct the profits of their purchase. Or, their purchase can contribute to a profit-sharing pool. Either way, it's a fun book purchase everyone can feel good about.

$10 at Bookshop
Magnetic Bookmark Clips
$4

These handy magnetic clips have just the right amont of heft to hold their place in a book. No more bookmarks falling out of books!

$4 at Amazon
Personal Embosser With Stand
$40

For the book lover who lends out a lot of books — or just loves personalizing things — this embosser lets the user create their very own seal, with or without foil.

$40 at Williams Sonoma
Quotes by Iconic Women Bookends
$50

Not only will these artsy pieces keep your giftee's books standing upright, they'll also deliver daily inspiration from some of the most profound women of our time: Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Kamala Harris, Sonia Sotomayor, Gloria Steinem, Michelle Obama, Angela Davis, Katherine Johnson, and Ketanji Brown Jackson. Select the two icons you'd like for your bookends, and a duo of Memphis-based illustrators will create your one-of-a-kind gift.

$50 at Uncommon Goods
Custom "From the Library of" Stamp
$12

If you have a friend who's always lending out their books, they'll surely appreciate this customized book stamp that will remind borrowers to actually return them! You can choose between a round or rectangular design and decide on whatever text you'd like. It'll arrive wrapped in a personalized bag, making it totally gift worthy.

$12 at Etsy
Book Club Candle
$30

With notes of warm nutmeg, orange, cinnamon, sandalwood, vanilla, balsam, and amber, this hand-poured soy-wax candle from Homesick captures the comfy feeling of curling up with a great book on a rainy day. Pair it with a copy of their next read, and you have a gift that is guaranteed to bring a smile to your favorite bibliophile's face.

$30 at Homesick
Fsaox Cordless Table Lamp
$22$209% off

The book lover in your life will love this portable, USB-rechargeable tabletop lamp instantly transforms any dark, cozy corner into an illuminated reading nook. The lamp stands just 13 inches tall but emits enough light to read or work by.

$20 at Amazon
Bookbinding Kit
$87

If you know someone who appreciates the artistry of books as much as the words contained in their pages, then they'll love this bookbinding kit from Etsy seller Journal Shop. A step-by-step guide will help your giftee create their very own hardcover book with the included paper, backing material, book spine, cover boards, glue, waxed linen thread, and more.

$87 at Etsy
Books & More, 3-Month Subscription (2 Books/Month)
$156

With so many book-focused subscription boxes on the market these days, it's hard to know which to choose. Cratejoy has lots of good options, but our favorite is Box of Books. Simply fill out a form with information about your favorite reader, and the company will curate a box each month specifically geared towards their lifestyle and interests. Each shipment contains books (you choose one, two, or three) and gifty accessories like journals, coffee, and chocolates.

$156 at Cratejoy
Amazon 16 GB Kindle
$110

The perfect gift for the avid reader in your life? A Kindle. Even though it's not quite the same as holding a physical book, it does offer a level of convenience that any book fan who has tried to pack for a week-long beach vacation will appreciate.

$110 at Amazon
Audible 1-Month Subscription
$15

Give the gift of an Audible subscription, and they'll be able to "read" the latest audiobooks while they're cleaning the house, commuting to work, or anywhere they can steal time to listen. They'll also get unlimited access to a vast selection of free audiobooks, radio dramas, and podcasts, which includes everything from classic literature to self-help to true crime.

$15 at Amazon
Personal Library Kit
$25

Chances are, your friend is everyone’s go-to person for borrowing books... which means they probably never see half of their treasures again. This kit provides them with a library-style check-out system, complete with cards, date stamps, and more to let everyone know that the loaner is not for keeps.

$25 at Knock Knock
Gray Lava Stone Bookends, Set of 2
$56

These lava stone bookends will add a stylish natural touch to your loved one's bookshelf. The stones are the result of volcanic eruptions in Indonesia, and they're handmade, so each one isn't exactly like the one before. (Pretty cool, huh?) One thing's for sure, though: They're all downright stunning.

$56 at West Elm
Engraved Metal Bookmark
$11

Adorned with cute, clever messages like "professional bookworm" and "don't judge a book by its movie," these engraved metal bookmarks are perfect for your reader friends who prefer to hard copies to e-books. If you want something more personal, you can submit your own message and/or your giftee's name, and Etsy seller Amaris Designs will create one specifically for you.

$11 at Etsy
"Secret Lives of Great Authors" Book
$16

All great books have a great story, but what about the stories behind the stories? Over more than 300 pages, "The Secret Lives of Great Authors" dishes all the juiciest gossip on prolific authors like Shakespeare, Vonnegut, Hemingway, and the Bronte sisters, among many others. Why was Ayn Rand such a big fan of "Charlie's Angels?" There's only one way for your giftee to find out...

$16 at Amazon
Bibliophile: Diverse Spines
$19$1142% off

The world of books is vast and eternal, but where does one go to expand their horizons with a new genre? This literary guidebook is designed to do just that. It includes background information on a diverse range of authors and voices. It even includes a section dedicated to standout bookstores far and wide.

$11 at Amazon
KleverCase Book Case for Kindle
$28$2511% off

Is one of your favorite readers an old soul who likes new technology? Gift them a Kindle case that looks like the cover of a classic book. The cool-looking designs will give a new device old-style charm. The grip-hold material keeps the Kindle in place and the cover has a magnetic closure. Just be sure you know what model Kindle your loved one uses before you purchase.

$25 at Amazon
Lazy Girl Book Club Puzzle
$49

Over here at AT, we love Jiggy — for ourselves and for gifting. Their uniquely beautiful puzzles are meant to be displayed on your wall long after you've put them together, and they even come with a candy-store-style canister that makes the pieces look gorgeous when not in use rather than taking up half of your kitchen table.

$49 at Jiggy
Novel Tea Literary Blends
$20

Fact(ish): Avid readers can't resist a good pun! These adorable tea tins (which include organically spiced blends) lean into wordplay in the best way, with fun varieties like Pride and Peppermint and War and Peach. Once the tea is gone, your friend can use the tins for holding pretty, ahem, matcha anything.

$20 at Uncommon Goods
Personalized Favorite Books Print Art
$38

Every reader has their favorite books — the ones that shaped their lives and touched their hearts. Pay tribute to your giftee's top picks with a customized work of art that's personalized with the six books that mean the most to them. You'll be giving them a subtle, unexpected way to share their love of the written word without pointing to their bookshelf.

$38 at Etsy
The Book Lover's Cookbook
$18$1422% off

Food goes hand in hand with pretty much everything, including reading. "The Book Lover's Cookbook" is packed with recipes inspired by books, like Ichabod's Slapjacks ("The Legend of Sleepy Hollow"), Mrs. Leibowitz's Lentil-Vegetable Soup ("Angela's Ashes"), or Lewis's Turkish Delight ("The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe"). It's a delicious way for your book-loving friends to bring their favorite works to life.

$14 at Amazon
Glocusent LED Neck Reading Light
$29$2031% off

Instead of turning on super bright overhead light, this rechargeable, bendable neck light is more than sufficient. It features three different colors (yellow, warm white, cool white) and an impressive six brightness levels. The arms of the light are adjustable and the battery lasts up to 80 hours. This is a great gift for any book lover, but especially someone who enjoys reading in bed and doesn't want to disrupt their partner's sleep with a bright light.

$20 at Amazon
XIUDI Mini Folding Book Lamp
$16$1413% off

Whether they're a new homeowner or simply need a few finishing touches for a dorm room, this folding book lamp has such a standout style. It opens up to reveal an accordion-style lamp that measures just over six inches. The lamp features eight different light colors, including red, purple, white, and green, or a gradient mode.

$14 at Amazon
Keep Reality Away Magnetic Bookmark
$20

They'll never lose their place in a good book again with this magnetic bookmark. It fits securely around pages and points to the exact line where they left off their reading adventure. The faux-leather is embossed with "A book a day keeps reality away," something every book lover can certainly agree with. No need to worry about the magnets or interior damaging the pages, the design is smooth and soft.

$20 at Uncommon Goods
RECYCO Chenille Throw Blanket
$29$2610% off

No cozy reading session is complete without a throw blanket. Choose between 50 x 60 inches or 60 x 80 inches of this comfy chenille throw. Not only will the colorful blanket look great on the arm of a couch or foot of the bed, but it's absolutely essential when getting lost in a good book on a cold night or lazy weekend.

$26 at Amazon
Book of the Month Six-Month Subscription
$100

For the avid reader, this book of the month subscription will feel like heaven every time a new shipment arrives. Choose between a three, six, or 12-month subscription. They can choose from a selection of five to seven books and there's even the option to skip a month. This is a fun way for someone to be introduced to new titles, read books they've been meaning to get around to, and never struggle with finding a new title to read.

$100 at Book of the Month

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