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December 20, 2018 · Leave a Comment

Creative Gift Ideas for Book Lovers

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Gift Ideas for Book Lovers: A grey hard-cover book with a red bow and a candle next to it
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Do you know a bookworm and are looking for a more creative gift for this year? Then check out these gift ideas for book lovers. You’ll certainly find something fun and/or useful for them that will express their love for books.

Items with a quote

An item with a fun or literary quote reminding them of their passion for books can be a great alternative to giving a book.

A Coffee Mug

You can find them in all shapes and colors, and with one or more quotes. Here are a couple of examples.

A pillow or pillow case

You could also opt for a pillow with a matching quote.

A scarf

This scarf with literary quotes makes an original and useful present for a lover of literature.

A tote bag

A nice tote bag – e.g., to carry books from the library or just for shopping – can be a great gift too.

A t-shirt or sweater

A coaster set

These minimalistic ceramic coasters with different quotes will make literature present even when sipping a glass of whine.

Book-shaped phone/tablet case

This phone case will make their smartphone look like an antique book.

An eReader case or pouch

Nowadays, an eBook reader is a must-have for any fan of literature. A book-related case or pouch will be a much appreciated gift.

A reading journal

A reading journal is also a great gift for book lovers. They can use it to record the books they’ve read, add comments, write down the next books they want to read and much more.

Lamp or reading light

We all know it, bookworms love to read at all times, even when it’s time to sleep for others. A bedside lamp or reading light will help them keep up with their reading habit.

A book-shaped lamp

This folding rechargeable book lamp will make a creative and useful gift!

This ingenious reading light can be used as a bookmark too.

A book-scented candle

Who doesn’t like the smell of a book? A scented candle that smells like old books or makes for an enjoyable reading atmosphere is another fun gift idea.

Bookmark with pointer

Not only will these bookmarks mark the last-read page, but they will also save the exact spot where you stopped reading.

This bookmark is a place-holder and also has weighted ends that will keep the pages in place allowing hand-free reading.

A bathtub caddy tray

This bathtub caddy with book and wine glass holder will be the ideal companion for someone wanting to combine self-care and reading.

A bookend or shelf

Here are a few examples of practical and fun items to keep books organized that will please the book lover.

Bookends

Invisible bookshelves

A book about books

OK, we said non-book gifts, but this one is an exception. In this title, bookworms will find inspiration for their reading bucket list.

I hope this list inspired you to find the ideal gift for the book lover in your life. Let me know in the comment section below!

Do you know a bookworm and are looking for a more creative gift for this year? Then check out these gift ideas for book lovers. You’ll certainly find something fun and/or useful for them that will express their love for books.
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