What Are the Best Gifts for Readers?

8 Fun Gift Ideas for Readers & Book Lovers

One of the most common questions we get in the comments is, what are the best gifts for readers or book lovers? We’ve featured many blog posts about book gifts for holidays & other special occasions. Some of those posts include: Valentine’s Day Gifts for Readers & Writers, Christmas Gifts for Readers, & Best Valentine Gifts for Book Lovers.  Some other great gifts for readers include:

  1. Books: A new release by their favorite author or a classic they’ve always wanted to read.

  2. E-reader: For avid readers, an e-reader can be a great way to carry a library of books with them wherever they go.

  3. Book light: A good book light is essential for night-time reading.

  4. Bookmark: A quirky or personalized bookmark is a thoughtful and practical gift for a reader.

  5. Reading accessories: A cozy blanket, a comfortable reading chair, or a pair of noise-cancelling headphones can make reading even more enjoyable.

  6. Book-themed items: Book-themed items such as mugs, jewelry, or stationery can show their love for books and reading.

  7. Gift card to a bookstore: Give the gift of choice with a gift card to their favorite bookstore.

  8. Subscription to a book club: A subscription to a book club can introduce them to new authors and books they might not have discovered on their own.

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Booklists for Great Reading Gifts

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Booklists Full of Gift Ideas

Book lovers are always on the hunt for their next great read. Whether you’re shopping for a birthday gift, a holiday present, or just a surprise for a reader in your life, books make for excellent gifts. Here are some booklists from this website & Goodreads to help you choose the perfect gift for the reader in your life:

Fun Books Versus Popular or Classic Books

What is the book trend of the day? What book does your literature teacher think you ‘should’ read? These are the questions answered by most book recommendations lists. That’s where the following books suggestions and favorite booklists are different. They don’t follow any certain literary fad, popular book trend or ‘books that stand the test of time’ nonsense. They are books that are listed for no other reason than they are fun. And yes, you have our permission to occasionally read for fun and relaxation and not for any higher world order. So feel free to look through our Purdy Book blog posts for fun books from all genres and all age/reading levels. Don’t lose track of the reason you fell in love with books and reading in the first place.