Are you struggeling to find an original (Christmas) gift for a book loving friend or family member? Do you want to give something different from a book for a change? I've got you covered. I had way to much fun selecting these 22 bookish gifts, which hey, could also be for yourself you know. I don't judge.
Bookish Items
1. This one is at the top of my own wishlist, a Top 100 Books Scratch Off Poster. It looks great, and I can already feel the motivation to read more, just to be able to do some satisfying scratching. The poster is in English and contains books that are loved by readers from all over the world - from classics to recent bestsellers, priced novels and childrens stories.
2. A must have for all book lovers, this -or any other- Moons and Stars Book Sleeve. It protects your book on the go, and has some convenient pockets. This one is 28 x 22cm (11 x 8,7 inch) and will hold most books up to 600 pages. Closes with a zipper.
3. Yes I really do need All these books...so stop nagging ;-). This mug says it all. Have a nice warm cup of coffee or tea and curl up with a book.
4. Is your book lover a fan of Alice in Wonderland? Then this beautiful vintage looking pocket watch might just be right. It can be used as a necklace or hung as decoration in or around book shelves.
5. A collection of 100 postcards, each with a different iconic Penguin Classics cover, in a beautifully designed box. Spanning 4000 years of world literature, covering all the greatest works of fiction, poetry, drama, history and philosophy in between, 100 Postcards from Austen to Zola is the perfect gift for book lovers everywhere.
6. This cute vase is actualy part of a set of three (all different sizes). It can be used as a pencil holder, but also for a small bouquet, for bathroom vanity, or you can leave it empty and use it as decor. This vase is 13.72 x 7.49 x 17.4 cm (5,4 x 2,95 x 6.85 inch).
7. “I declare after all there is no enjoyment like reading! How much sooner one tires of anything than of a book! When I have a house of my own, I shall be miserable if I have not an excellent library.”—Jane Austen This set of bookplates with quotes from the likes of Jane Austen, Johnathan Swift, and Samuel Johnson in the style of antique books is the perfect gift. It contains 55 labels and will appeal to a wide range of tastes and genres.
8. This lamp in the shape of a little man is lamp and book holder in one. Perfect for on a nightstand or side table. The legs are adjustable so it can be used in different ways.
9. Does your bookish friend like translated literature? Then these colourful travel themed bookmarks are a great addition to their collection. There are nine countries available, as well as one with a vintage map of the world. Get three for the price of two with the combi deal!
Books about Books
10. Exploring the gardens, monuments, museums, and churches with walks both urban and rural, from the Brontë personage in Haworth to Zadie Smith's North London and Shakespeare's Stratford, The Book Lover's Bucket List takes you through some 100 wonderfully described literary sites and landscapes, complete with color destination photographs and illustrations from the British Library collections. Wherever you are in the United Kingdom, you're never far from something associated with a good book.
11. Discover novels and memoirs by some of the most gifted writers; favorite classics worth reading or rereading; and nonfiction works, both old and new, that illuminate our social and political landscape and some of today’s most pressing issues, from climate change to medicine to the consequences of digital innovation. Ex Libris: 100+ Books to Read and Reread will be a welcome addition to any readers bookshelf.
12. This is the book that got me back into reading after finishing high school (partly because I love lists and crossing things off them). 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die is a fully updated edition of the essential literature reference book, featuring reviews of the bestselling and most acclaimed novels of all time, along with more than 500 colour images of original book jackets.
13. Whether you are a parent seeking to instill a love of reading in your child, an educator or counselor looking for inspiration, or a young reader with a voracious appetite, 1001 Children's Books You Must Read Before You Grow Up covers the entire spectrum of children's literature. It is organized by age group - from board books to YA novels and all the gradations in between.
14. For so many people, reading isn't just a hobby or a way to pass the time - it's a lifestyle. Books are a part of who we are as people, and we can't imagine life without them. I'd Rather Be Reading is the perfect literary companion for everyone who feels that way. In this collection of charming and relatable reflections on the reading life, blogger and author Anne Bogel leads readers to remember the book that first hooked them, the place where they first fell in love with reading, and all of the moments afterward that helped make them the reader they are today.
15. This is a unique and beautifully illustrated journey through the history of literature. The Madman's Library delves into its darkest territories to hunt down the oddest books and manuscripts ever written, uncovering the intriguing stories behind their creation. From the Qur'an written in the blood of Saddam Hussein, to the gorgeously decorated fifteenth-century lawsuit filed by the Devil against Jesus, to the most enormous book ever created, The Madman's Library features many long forgotten, eccentric, and extraordinary volumes gathered from around the world.
Book journals
The perfect way to track your reading is by logging it in a reading journal. There are many different typed and forms, I selected a few to narrow it down a bit.
16. Hannah Azerang, the face of the successful Youtube channel A Clockwork Reader, and one of the online bookish community's biggest personalities, has curated this journal just for you.
Track your reading of up to 100 books as she guides you along with questions about your reading, offers up some of her favorite books for you to enjoy, and even fills in some of the pages herself. Look further and you'll see she's even taken her pens and pencils and filled these pages with some of her favorite doodles and designs!
17. This Reading Journal has one hundred attractive and spacious record pages. As well as the main review space, there's space to log: title, author, publishing details & page count, start & finish dates, book format, source & genre/subject and much more.
Annotation
Some people love to annotate the books they read (and often re-read). They keep track of quotes, references or just parts that resonate with them. Is your bookish friend one of those people? Then consider arranging a nice annotation set. Here are some options to include.
18. Zebra Mildliners are well known for their nice colour range and good quality. They have two tips: a fine and a broad one. The colours are 'softer' then regular highlighters, which is a plus as far as aesthetics concern.
19. This set of 10 Stabilo Coloured Fineliners (0,4) is essential for anyone who annotates (or just likes to write a lot).
20. These Study Sticky Notes are themed, which makes it even easier to devide annotations in different sections. They come in a little hardcover book. Perfect for dark accademia lovers.
21. This set has it all: 386 Sticky Notes in 6 sizes and 7 colours.
22. Last but not least, is this expandable pencil case. It's the perfect way to keep all the annotation essentials at hand. Available in three colours.
Still not found what you are looking for? You can of course always decide to give a book, just as they asked. On this website, you can find books from all over the world, which is a great way to expand your horizon without having to leave your comfy chair.
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