The 50 Greatest Gifts for Book Lovers (That Aren’t More Books)

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Is any hobby more noble than reading? I think not. A love for literature is truly something to cherish, whether that applies to you or somebody in your life. While the most obvious gift for such a person might be, um, an actual book, I challenge you to do one better. First of all, he or she already has a lengthy wishlist of books to read. I can guarantee you that. So if a book wasn’t specifically requested, you can do better—much better in fact. Here, find 50 of the best gifts to give your favorite book lover.

Scrivener App Service

Scrivener is the all-in-one software for anyone who writes. From manuscript treatments to in-depth research notes and outlines, this is the ultimate tool for all things writing.

LED Neck Reading Light

I, for one, am a huge proponent of reading lights. As a bonus, this wearable one can be helpful for knitting and other activities.

Gift Card

If you aren’t buying books through Bookshop, you ought to start. The retailer’s revenue goes towards funding local, small business bookstores throughout the country.

From the Library of Book Embosser

A custom embossing stamp will help any collector build their personal library.

Kora Bud Vase Bookend Set

These aren’t your basic bookends—they double as bud vases!

Library Card Charm

If you’re looking for a more lavish gift, none could be sweeter than a wearable charm inscribed, perhaps, with their favorite read.

Genius Writers Playing Cards

Turn poker night into a chance to celebrate women writers. Why not?

Pop Art Reading Journal

Look, Goodreads isn’t for everyone. Sometimes nothing beats good old fashioned pen and paper.

Book of the Month Subscription

With a Book of the Month subscription, your giftee will get to choose from five to seven fresh book options each month. It’s a gift that keeps giving all year.

Kindle Paperwhite

Kindle hive, rise! These portable e-readers are amazing for a litany of reasons and takes up literally no space at all in an apartment—or in your purse.

Billy Bookcase

Are books stacked in every nook, cranny, and corner? Every book lover needs a bookshelf, and IKEA’s iconic Billy comes in tons of styles and configurations.

0.38mm Black Smooth Gel Ink Ballpoint Cap Pen

I haven’t written in margins since my days as a student, but it’s routine for some readers. As always, the right writing utensil is of the utmost importance. MUJI pens are the ultimate choice for jotting notes between the pages.

Banned Books Tote Bag

Tote your books while making a statement.

Audible Subscription

For roadtrips, commutes, or just giving your eyes a rest, an audiobooks is a reader’s new best friend.

Bamboo Bathtub Caddy Tray Bath Tray

The only reason I take baths is to read in the tub, okay?

Bamboo Book Stand for Reading

You’d never know how useful a bookstand is until you want to read and crochet at the same time—or fold laundry, or rock the baby, or chop vegetables...the list goes on.

Floating Book/Tablet Caddy

Perhaps your bathtub can’t accommodate a bath tray, or you dream of reading in the pool or hot tub. Consider this a granted wish. (Pssst, it can also hold a tablet!)

Tequila Mockingbird: Cocktails with a Literary Twist

I love when two distinct interests collide. Literature and libations? Yes, please.

Magnetic Bookmarks, Set of 5

Bookmarks are perhaps the most basic book-themed gift, but they are true necessities, and necessities never go out of style.

Renew Eye Gel

Any reader can relate to staying up way too late to finish those last chapters. The next day, your tired eyelids will thank you for this TLC.

Repurposed Book Tulips

This one’s a little untraditional, but just as sweet.

Bookworm’s Trivia Bundle: Set of 3

Trivia is having a renaissance, and this is just the thing to spice up your next book club meeting.

Book Lamp

It’s a lamp shaped like a book—get it?

Temperature Control Smart Mug

What’s a good book without a cup of coffee or tea to accompany it? A smart mug will keep your beverage of choice at the perfect temperature for as long as you want.

Bibliophilia: 100 Literary Postcards

It’s like 100 gifts in one.

Bookshelf Tracker Bookmark

I’ve added this to my personal wishlist. The idea is to fill in the blank spines as you finish each book to help keep track of what you’ve been reading.

Custom Print

Wall art and customized goods are two things that always make great gifts. This print rolls both into one incredible present. If you know your giftee’s favorite titles, this personalized print is unbeatable.

Late Fees at the Library

A cozy afternoon of reading requires a candle to match the mood.

Library Card Magnetic Book Mark

I have this bookmark and get so many questions about it. Everyone who sees it wants one.

AirPods Pro

You need headphones to listen to all those audiobooks or book-related podcasts, obviously. Plus, with the AirPods Pro transparency mode, you can listen to your book du jour while staying aware of your surroundings.

Metal Spine Book Tower

These stacking bookshelves were all the rage during the pandemic, and it’s easy to see why. It looks cool and capitalizes on vertical storage. Count me in.

Linen Blend Armchair

By now, the reading material and accoutrements are well-accounted for, but you simply can’t forget to lock in the perfect seat to curl up in.

A Booklover's Guide to New York

No matter if you’re a real New Yorker or if you’re planning a visit, this reader’s guide to the city offers information about where iconic works were written, bars famous writers frequented, and locales that inspired some of the most well-known settings.

Book Worm Novelist Ties

A subtle touch for the tie-wearing bookworm in your life.

100pcs Book Stickers Pack

Stickers here, stickers there, stickers everywhere! From water bottles to laptops, people love stickers these days.

Retro Typewriter Keyboard Wireless

We all know someone who fancies themselves an Ernest Hemingway or Hunter S. Thompson. This typewriter-inspired laptop keyboard has the same vibe.

Socks That Give Books

Every purchase of these socks funds book donations. Hooray!

Leather Laptop Sleeve

Wish your laptop was a book instead? Relatable.

How to Survive a Classic Crime Novel

This is a big tongue-in-cheek, but any true crime obsessed individual will lap this up.

Clear Case & Screen Protector for Kindle

Don’t gift a kindle without the proper protection, too.

Original Quarter Zip

When you’re reading, you simply have to be cozy. The Comfy is half-blanket, half-hoodie.

Original Puffy Blanket

Take your reading sesh to the great outdoors with this durable, easy-to-clean blanket that was meant for the park.

The Puffin in Bloom Collection

This gift set presents four classic tomes in coordinated, aesthetically pleasing covers.

12 Beloved Disney Classic Little Golden Books

Hey, you cant forget your roots. For many book lovers, this is where it all began.

Readers + Black Universal Pod

This ultra portable (and foldable) pair of reading glasses comes with a carrying case that sticks to the back of your phone. Devoted users include: my own dad.

Harry Potter Train Book Set

If you have the complete Harry Potter collection, first of all, I salute you. These beautifully illustrated book jackets coordinate to bring one of J.K. Rowling’s most magical scenes to life right on your bookshelf. Juniper books offers these complete with the actual books, but you can also buy the jackets alone if you have copies of your own.

Library Due Date Card Coffee Mug

Raise your hand if you miss library cards. I sure do.

The Literary Witches Oracle: A 70-Card Deck and Guidebook

Never underestimate the power of a good niche.

Librarian Tales: Funny, Strange, and Inspiring Dispatches from the Stacks

The stacks are home to more zany tales than just the ones in books....let’s just leave it at that.

Retractable Highlighters

While I may not be an annotator, I am a highlighter. I love to mark passages that resonate or stand out to me. Therefore, I am an expert on the subject. I can tell you that these are the best kinds of highlighters for readers. They have page clips and click tips, which means you don’t have to worry about removing or losing the cap.

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