2024 Bookish Gift Guide + Ideas For the Last Minute Christmas Shopper
A little close up of my bookish Christmas tree…
There’s one in every family: the last minute shopper frantically trying to find the perfect gift for their loved ones and get it in time. Have no fear, I’ve collected some of the cutest and quick gifts for the book lover in your life. You’ll find a little something on this list for every type of bookworm from organization and annotating supplies to cozy reading vibes, to gift cards from small businesses so they can pick out what they’ll love most. And if you order in the next several hours, they’ll all arrive in time for Christmas (per my last check). I’ve again tried to curate from small businesses as much as possible (but most of them are selling on Amazon, so you can expect quick shipping), and as a small business founder myself, any support we get during this busy holiday season means the absolute world!
Note: There are currently some Amazon Warehouse strikes, so make sure you check delivery dates to ensure items will arrive in time!
Customized bookplates
If there’s an opportunity to include these gorgeous sticker bookplates that you can actually customize for the book lover in your life, I’m going to. They’re from a small business called Sunshine and Ravioli, and are handmade and customizable. Everyone loves a personalized gift.
Personal Library Kit
Now I personally don’t lend out my books, but I know there are some who do, and this is such a cute way for them to keep track of who they’ve lended the book to.
Clear sticky notes
For when they want to be an annotator, but don’t actually want to write in their books. Great for beginner book annotators.
Muted multi-color tabs
A practical, but cute gift. Some of us readers are suckers for aesthetic colors over the more common neon ones…
Gel pens
Perfect for writing those tiny, detailed notes in the margin. So you don’t get a surprise like I did, the ink is black on them all, but they have honestly become my favorite pens to use on the daily. And they have a little fidget ball on the clip.
Mug Warmer
For when they’re so immersed in their book their tea or coffee always goes cold… Hi, it’s me.
Bookish Socks
When they forget to put slippers on, and their feet are freezing while reading…I’m not saying this has happened to me, but I’m not, not saying this has happened to me…
Resin Page Holder
For the reader that’s always reaching for hardcover books, those thumbs getting tired of holding a book up. These handy little holders keep the page open without putting strain on hands.
Gift Cards for Book Lovers near and far:
Valor & Lore Gift Cards
Literary luxuries from their favorite fictional worlds. Officially licensed Sarah J. Maas and Fourth Wing collections, as well as Jane Austen, fantasy-inspired, and general bookish designs. There’s a little something for everyone, and a gift card ensures they’ll get something they love, and you don’t have to worry about sizing or colors.
Donovan Pottery Gift Cards
If your book-loving friend loves handmade items, and coffee or tea, then they might love a gift card for a hand thrown bookish pottery mug. The owner also creates all of the gorgeous glazes, and you can tell each one is made with love.
Novel Teas
Along those same lines, if they love tea, these adorable little tea bags come with literary quotes.
Reading Journal
Comes in several different colors, and has super cute pages to keep track of your reading throughout the year.
Bookish Pins
Help them express their love for books with some cute general bookish pins that go great on a bag, jean jacket or pin board.
Just One More Chapter Popsocket
Not only is this green color super cute and on trend, the design is so adorable!
Floral Daisy Rose Book Sleeve
So cute and will help keep their books safe and sound while in transit.
Fintie Screen Cleaning Wipes
A reusable screen wiping cloth with an elastic strap. Made of vegan leather on the back and soft microfiber cloth to effectively remove dust, fingerprints, smudges and other residue from any screen. They have a bunch of different designs and would be perfect for cleaning a Kindle or other reading device.
Kindle Page Turner
24.99, NOW $15.99 (SAVE 36%)
Now I’m not saying we’re getting lazy, buuuuuut, this is kind of magical if you’re reading in bed and you want to keep your hands cozy under the covers. It also looks like there’s an extra 30% on 2 select items deal, so if you need one for all the siblings, this is perfect.
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P.S. If you end up getting a copy of any bookish items through any Amazon affiliate link above, you’ll be helping me support this site and newsletter. Thanks in advance for supporting a fellow bookworm! BTW, I will always disclose affiliate links when they’re present. :) Happy reading!