Got a few book obsessives on your list for the holidays? Maybe you’re in search of some ideas for what to get the ACOTAR fanatics in your life, or stocking stuffers for your Jane Austen book club? Never fear, I’ve got you (and your shopping cart) covered. From personalized book stamps that make unique presents for those with home libraries, to creative (and cute!) t-shirts, sweatshirts, and totes repping independent bookstores that will give any literary lover street cred, check out my list of the best book-themed gifts on the internet.
20 Things Every Bookworm Should Have in Their Closet
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20 Things Every Bookworm Should Have in Their Closet
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20 Things Every Bookworm Should Have in Their Closet 〰️
Bookish stocking stuffers — gifts on the small side, all under $20🧦
Book Club Enamel Key Chain ($18)
A stack of classics has never looked cuter: this glossy keychain from Rifle Paper Co. is ready to be stuffed into the nearest book worm’s stocking.
Let everyone know where you stand on the issue with this pin that gets right to the point. (And use my code WHATISQUINNREADING for 20% off your order!)
‘Pause’ Bookmark ($10)
You’ll never lose your place again with help from this shiny, gold bookmark from Papier.
Books Are Magic Iron-On Patch ($5)
The backpack you use to tote all your hardbacks around would look a hell of a lot cuter with this patch from Brooklyn bookstore Books Are Magic.
For The Love Of Reading Paper Stickers ($6.99)
With charming illustrations inspired by cozy reads and literary adventures, these glossy stickers are the perfect gift for someone who wants to spruce up their planner, journal, or scrapbook with cutesy designs.
Who knew a retro library card would make for such a cute hair accessory?! Make sure you scoop up this nostalgic claw clip before your next trip to the card catalog.
Whether it’s your favorite romance trope or not, there’s no getting around the fact this keychain is cute as f*ck. (And comes in a ton of different colors!)
Vintage Inspired Mousepad ($16)
This pretty floral ‘edit all day’ mousepad is a (potentially passive aggressive) gift for your writer friend who needs to hunker down and focus on their manuscript.
Bookplate Stickers ($10)
Have a friend who isn’t so great about returning the books they borrow from you? Give them a not-so-subtle hint by slapping one of these colorful stickers in the next novel you lend out.
Pride and Prejudice Pemberley Pin ($15)
Even if you can’t buy Mr. Darcy’s actual house, you can buy this gorgeous pin.
Bridgerton-Inspired Nail Polish Set ($20)
This sweet little pastel nail polish set is a must for the Pen, Daphne, and/or Eloise in your life.
Library Card Bookmark ($4.25)
The librarians (and wannabe librarians) in your life need this bookmark. Oh, and each purchase helps to fund literacy programs and book donations to communities in need!
Brake For Bookstores Bumper Sticker ($8)
Give other drivers a heads up that you mean business when it comes to bookstores with this perfect bumper sticker, which is made of thick, durable water-resistant vinyl to protect from scratching, rain, and sunlight.
Sticky Index Tabs ($8)
When the prose is so good you find yourself reaching for a highlighter every other second, mark the spot with one of these aesthetically pleasing, cloud-shaped index stickies, instead.
Bookish candles — there’s no shortage of bookish candles on the market, but here are a few of my favorites ⬇️
Jane Austen Prayer Candle ($19)
Show your devotion to Jane Austen, the patron saint of poor relations, hidden greatness, and the anonymous.
Obsessed With ‘Bridgerton’ and ‘Queen Charlotte’? Read These Books Next
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Obsessed With ‘Bridgerton’ and ‘Queen Charlotte’? Read These Books Next
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Obsessed With ‘Bridgerton’ and ‘Queen Charlotte’? Read These Books Next 〰️
Old Books Soy Candle (starting at $6.75)
I actually got this exact candle as a gift once, and at first glance I was deeply hesitant to sniff something that labeled itself as smelling of “aged paper and dusty shelves.” But as it turns out, those things smell GREAT. I still mourn the day I burned that baby all the way down.
Homesick Book Club Candle ($30)
My own book club smells like spilled wine (the drink) and tea (the gossip), but this candle promises “notes of warm nutmeg, amber, and sandalwood.”
Dragonborn Scented Candle (starting at $33)
Get your daily dose of Dungeons & Dragons with help from this candle, which smells like “resinous dragonsblood spilled upon the temple floor while fruity musk and sweet incense twine towards the vaulted ceiling.” Kinda giving Khaleesi vibes, no?
Rhysand ACOTAR Candle (starting at $18)
You can now have one of your favorite Sarah J. Maas book boyfriends in your home . . . well, his scent, at least. CE Craft says this one smells like “a warm blend of creamy vanilla, fresh lavender, iced woods and musk; sure to leave any room smelling dreamy, just like Rhysand would.”
Late Fees at the Library Candle ($48)
This pretty candle from Literie has a mixture of paper and linen scents, inspired by local libraries: “havens and the holders of some of the most important words ever written.”
Dark Academia Book Candle ($35)
Moody and intricate, this gorgeous book-shaped candle will flood your home with dark academia vibes.
Bookish games — behold: games, puzzles, and activities perfect for book fanatics 🧩📖
Bookworm 500-Piece Puzzle ($34)
Want to kick things up a notch? Try this 500-piece puzzle from trendy puzzle brand Piecework on for size. All of their puzzles are so pretty you can basically frame them when you’re done (I also recommend this one and this one).
The Book Lover’s Oracle Deck ($22)
Stuck in a reading slump? Consult this literary oracle deck, made specifically for book lovers.
Book Café Lumibricks Set ($90)
Now you can build your very own bookstore . . . well, a miniature one, that is. This Lumibricks set comes with an entire backstory, too: “The female owner, Elsa, is a young French girl in her twenties. She is the daughter of a newsstand owner and grew up in a coffee bookstore. She loves writing and is her grandfather’s number one fan…”
Games Room Literary Trivia Game ($15)
Put your bookish knowledge to the test with this travel-friendly trivia game.
Bookish Paint-by-Numbers Kit ($38)
Looking for a calming activity that doubles as an art project for a book fanatic? Check out this paint-by-numbers kit featuring a colorful stack of books.
Great Gatsby-Themed Murder Mystery Set (starting at $41)
A love of classic literature and thrillers collide in this murder mystery kit perfect for Gatsby fans. (Bonus: it can be played digitally, over Zoom!)
Cards Against Prythian ‘ACOTAR’ Game ($40)
These exclusive, limited-edition cards are a spin on the usual Cards Against Humanity game, only with a major A Court of Thorns & Roses makeover. Kinda genius, tbh!
Really Loud Librarians Word-Shouting Board Game ($20)
Release your inner wordsmith with this game from Exploding Kittens, which involves drawing category cards and shouting words that match the letter on the race track. Per the game’s description, it “turns your useless knowledge into useful points, making it one of the most fun games for gatherings.”
Little Women Perpetual Bucket List Challenge ($36)
These gorgeous hand-painted illustrations of Little Women characters and motifs accompany 12 fun-filled bucket list pages for you to enjoy doing in years to come.
Jingle Hell: 12 Holiday-Horror Novels That Sleigh
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Jingle Hell: 12 Holiday-Horror Novels That Sleigh
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Jingle Hell: 12 Holiday-Horror Novels That Sleigh 〰️
Ridley’s Book Trivia Cards ($6)
Test your knowledge as a bibliophile with these trivia cards, which offer fun questions for fans of fantasy, thriller/mystery/crime, and classic literature.
Vintage-Inspired Bookshelf Board Games ($58)
I truly can’t get over how pretty these are! They’ll be sitting pretty on your bookshelf whenever you’re in the mood to play Scrabble or Yahtzee, since they’re styled to look like vintage novels.
Fiction – Social Deduction Literature Board Game ($25)
This board game for 2-8 players combines wit and literary logic as you attempt to unlock the secrets hidden within the pages of classic novels.
Bookish clothing — I scoured the internet for the cutest book-themed apparel, just 4 u 😎
Charlotte Lucas’s immortal words have never been cooler (or funnier) than on this tee from Inkwell Threads.
Show your librarians just how much you idolize them by wearing this oversized cardigan sweater on your next visit.
Salem Book Club Crewneck Sweatshirt ($50)
Get your spooky on with this lightweight sweatshirt spotlighting the iconic, witchy Massachusetts town.
Enemies to Lovers Baseball Hat ($35)
Celebrate your favorite trope with this hat from 831 Stories, a publisher that specializes in the romance genre. (And go read Big Fan if you haven’t already!)
Sally Rooney T-Shirt ($25)
Rep your favorite literary ~*It Girl*~ with this minimalist tee from Etsy.
Slow Burn Crewneck Sweatshirt ($50)
The lead-up to the romance might take up the entire story, but doesn’t it make the reward that much sweeter?! Now there’s a perfect sweatshirt to celebrate the trope.
Library Card Socks ($13)
How cute would this cozy set of socks (made to look like empty library cards) be if you embroidered your favorite books on each line?!
Emily Dickinson T-Shirt ($42)
This Etsy seller’s ‘Badly Drawn Author’ t-shirt series is hilarious and perfect — go find your favorite writer!
Support Your Local Library ($15)
Cap off your outfit for hitting the library this weekend with this embroidered baseball hat.
Cropped Stephen King Sweatshirt ($38)
Comfy, cute, and a little bit creepy? Yes, please — I’ll take this ‘Based on a novel by Stephen King’ sweatshirt in every color.
Blissfully Bookish Joggers ($54)
Now when you curl up with a book on the couch, you can look extra cute thanks to these embroidered joggers in a black heather color.
Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy will never be far from your mind as long as you have Louisa May Alcott’s words wrapped around your neck in the colder months.
Joan Didion T-Shirt ($29)
Chic, simple, perfect — just like the Play It As It Lays author herself.
Anti-Social Book Club T-Shirt ($36)
Trippy and cute? I need a version of this tee in every color, let’s be real. (And use my code WHATISQUINNREADING for 20% off your order!)
Now the playground set can declare their literary accomplishments to the world, too.
Sports Romance Baseball Hat ($35)
If you have someone in your life who can’t get enough of those hockey romance books, they need this hat. Need.
Epilogue Baby Onesie ($25)
Not all romance novels end with a baby, but for those of you who always secretly hope they will — this onesie can’t wait to be added to your little one’s closet.
One More Chapter Slippers ($28)
No snuggle session in your reading nook is complete without these bookish slippers.
Memorialize your obsession with Gus and January with this adorably designed Beach Read tee.
Please Don’t Talk to Me While I’m Reading Trucker Hat ($30)
Serving attitude has never looked so bookish.
Real Men Read Romance T-Shirt ($45)
It’s true!!!!!!!! Let everyone know.
Bookish bags — totes, clutches, and more for anyone in your life who likes carrying big books and they cannot lie 🎒
Pride & Prejudice Crossbody Bag (starting at $67)
A handmade “book bag” from Etsy that will instantly up the ante on any outfit.
Chic and collegiate, this satchel gives new meaning to the words ‘book bag.’
Word Bookstore Brooklyn Tote ($18)
Rep one of the best bookstores in Brooklyn (and Jersey City) with this black and white printed tote bag.
Vintage Typewriter Cell Phone Bag ($32)
Lock your phone away while you’re reading, with help from this bookish little crossbody cell tote.
Maya Angelou Tote Bag ($36)
This cream and blue tote features the complete text of ‘Still I Rise,’ Dr. Maya Angelou’s beautiful and empowering poem. Really unique and meaningful.
6 Tips For Reading More in 2024, From Someone Who Reads 100+ Books a Year
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6 Tips For Reading More in 2024, From Someone Who Reads 100+ Books a Year
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6 Tips For Reading More in 2024, From Someone Who Reads 100+ Books a Year 〰️
Frankenstein Embroidered Book Wallet ($226)
I don’t thiiiiiink this stunning crimson and gold Frankenstein wallet comes with a complimentary Jacob Elordi attached, but we can pray.
Hamnet x Cinegogue: Literary Tote ($40)
This green and ivory tote with a coated lining is more than big enough to hold your copy of Maggie Farrell’s Hamnet novel, as well as any movie snacks you need while watching Chloé Zhao’s new Hamnet adaptation.
The Museum of Modern Art Design Store has a whole range of artist quotes printed on colorful tote bags, but Jack Whitten’s sentiment about the purpose of art should ring especially true for readers.
Loungefly Wednesday Typewriter Figural Crossbody Bag ($70)
Give your next look a gothic touch with this Wednesday-inspired purse, great for fans of the Netflix series and of the lost art of typewriting.
The famous Strand bookstore in New York City has a stellar collection of tote bags, but something about this color combo really caught my eye. (FWIW I love this one, too.)
Bookish perfumes — for when it’s not enough to simply read a book (you have to smell like one, too)👃
Byredo Bibliothèque Perfume (starting at $235)
I’ve only ever heard excellent things about Byredo’s perfumes, and this one promises that “one spray is enough to bathe the neck in the atmosphere of a world suspended in time, a world of old books, the scent of their leather-bound pages arranged on dark wood shelves.” They also make a candle in the same scent!
Commodity Book Eau de Parfum ($155)
This cult fave perfume brand has an earthy, herby scent that evokes “the Hemingways and Fitzgeralds of the world, conjuring the warmth of a quiet moment curled up with a good book. Its complex blend of sparkling bergamot, crisp cedarwood, and warm sandalwood results in an unexpectedly fresh scent.” Yum.
Lost in the Stacks Perfume/Cologne (from $11)
Smells Like Books has an expansive collection of book-inspired perfumes, from specific literary characters (Mr. Darcy, Scarlett O’Hara, Cassian, etc.) to more general scents like this one.
Nosferatu Perfume ($125)
If your favorite book is Dracula, this limited edition fragrance from Heretic is inspired by the iconic vampire — “a chilling scent of wilting lilacs, velvety vegan ambergris and strikes of lightning that fill the air with petrichor and electricity.”
Imaginary Girlfriend Perfume ($44)
Book boyfriends and girlfriends might not be real (le sigh), but scents like this one can help us pretend. This one in particular has notes of cardamom, nutmeg, affron, mandarin orange, neroli, rose, jasmine, vanilla, amber, and wood.
Novella Perfume ($20)
Alkemia’s ‘Novella’ fragrance brings to mind the stuff of bookworm dreams: “A cozy afternoon of curled up in a favorite chair, delicately spiced Lavender de Provence, steaming Earl Gray tea, and tattered old paperback books.”
Other fun bookish stuff — adorable decor, vases, knick-knacks, bookends, and more! 🖼️
Alice in Wonderland Book Vase ($23)
This ‘Through the Looking Glass’ floral-printed vase will fit right in on the shelf next to all of your favorite books. (It’s stunning in person!)
Hand Painted Bow Bookstack Claw Clip ($28)
No book lover’s getting ready routine is complete without this adorable claw clip shaped like a stack of pretty books.
LEGO Sherlock Holmes Book Nook ($130)
Sherlock and Watson will lend your bookshelf an air of mystery with this detailed book nook kit for fans of the series.
Kindle Colorsoft ($280)
Amazon has introduced a new, waterproof, 7” Kindle model that allows readers to have the same great reading experience, but with color. The Colorsoft display promises to be just as easy on the eyes as before, with paper-like color that brings covers and content to life, and the ability to highlight your favorite passages in blue, pink, yellow, and orange. As an added bonus, it boasts a battery life of eight weeks off of a single charge. Love that for us.
Thomas Jefferson Quote Book Lamp ($59)
Level up your next reading sesh with the help of this gorgeous book-shaped lamp, which comes complete with an apt quote from Thomas Jefferson on the front of it: “I cannot live without books.”
Postcards from Penguin: One Hundred Book Covers in One Box ($21)
From classics to crime, this collection of 100 postcards features a different Penguin book jacket. Step your mail game up, people.
Solid Gold Library Charm ($580)
Catbird is one of my favorite jewelry brands, and this little gold charm in the style of a library card has been on my own personal wishlist for a small eternity. You can engrave the name, date, and book of your choice on it, so it makes for a gift that’s as thoughtful as it is gorgeous for any reader.
Fourth Wing Art Print ($14)
Matchbox art is already trendy, and this Etsy artist has cleverly put their own Fourth Wing spin on it with plenty of nods to Rebecca Yarros’s Empyrean fantasy series.
‘This Book Belongs To…’ Custom Home Library Stamp (starting at $21)
The only downside to having such excellent taste in books is that friends are always begging to borrow from your bookshelf, and they don’t always remember to give them back. Luckily this elegant personalized stamp lets people know exactly who to return a book to.
Custom Home Library Embosser (starting at $32)
Unique and thoughtful, this book embosser comes with so many customizable design ideas.
These just might be the cutest bookends I’ve ever seen. I might need a set for every shelf, but in different dog breeds.
Andy Warhol Banana Bookends ($175)
Sausage dogs not your thing? Well, if you have a book nerd in your life who’s also an art nerd, these limited edition bookends are a perfect blend of those interests.
Tablet Holder for Reading in Bed ($16)
Feel extra leisurely the next time you’re reading your Kindle in bed with the help of this tablet holder, which will keep it at eye-level for you. And if you want to take your reading game a step further, look at the next slide . . .
Page-Turning Bluetooth Remote for Kindle ($34)
I mean?!?!? This is genius, let’s be real. With the tablet holder keeping your Kindle aloft and this bad boy turning pages for you, you’ll be guaranteed the ultimate relaxing reading experience.
This dreamy, romantic little book nook will bring a soft glow to your shelf, just in time for the holidays.
Hot Girls Read Books Poster (starting at $21)
Hot girls do read books! So you might as well let everyone know you’re one of them with this poster.
Carved Butterfly Bookstand ($56)
This gorgeous bookstand carved out of mango wood is perfect for holding cookbooks on the kitchen counter, or if you just have a particularly pretty book to display on your coffee table.
Books For Breakfast Coffee Mug ($16)
I love the message and the colorful design on this ceramic mug, both of which ensure you’ll start your morning off right.
Literary Women Book Locket ($58)
Classic novels by literature’s most famous female authors never go out of style, and now neither will you (as long as you’re wearing one of these lockets, that is).
Anne of Green Gables Art Print (starting at $28)
This digital art captures the pivotal moment Anne and Gil embrace, with the beauty of Avonlea’s scenery behind them.
Mushroom Reading Lamp ($199)
Mushrooms have been having a moment in the decor world recently, and this table lamp would be an excellent addition to any reading nook. 10/10 for cottagecore cuteness.
Special Edition Classic Books ($19)
Add a fancy special edition version of your favorite classic novel to your holiday wish-list this year — your personal library will thank you.
Angled Modern Cat-Eye Reading Glasses ($48)
Give your favorite reader a helping hand — er, eye — by gifting them with a pair of these chic patterned readers.
Puffer Faux Fur Throw Blanket (starting at $128)
Staying in to read is one of life’s greatest pleasures, as long as your set-up is as cozy as possible. (And if it isn’t?! Grab one of these blankets with haste.)
Hardback Book Universal E-Reader ($41)
Give your digital reading experience the look of a beautiful vintage hard back novel with one of these protective covers.
Meet Me at the Bookstore Vase ($27)
It might look like a book, but this ceramic vase is a great, bookish way to keep your bouquets fresh. (This transparent Great Gatsby version is also pretty cool!)
Wuthering Heights Framed Book Cover Art (starting at $18)
Emily Brontë’s classic deserves its moment to shine, so you might as well just put this cool art print of the vintage cover up on your wall.
Classic Books Porcelain Mug ($24)
The gold handle! Little Women and Wuthering Heights! I want to drink everything out of this porcelain mug. Wine! Tea! A smoothie! Maybe some oatmeal! (OK, fine, maybe not some oatmeal.)
Female Literary Classics Coasters ($29)
These coasters all feature books “written by women, for women, and about women”: Jane Eyre, Anne Of Green Gables, Wuthering Heights, Little Women, The House of Mirth, and Lady’s Audley’s Secret.
A24 Hardcover Screenplay Books ($60)
An obsession with movies and books calls for these jaw-dropping editions of A24 films like Moonlight, Hereditary, Lady Bird, and more.
Puffin Hardcover Classics Box Set ($68)
These six classic children’s novels have never looked prettier. They’d be so cute in a nursery!
Fantasy Cooking and Cocktail Recipe Books ($23, $18)
These inventive cookbooks for both food and drink pull recipes from popular fantasy titles like The Witcher, A Court of Thorns and Roses, The Lord of the Rings, Game of Thrones, and more.
Horror Book Stack Poster (starting at $10)
This colorful poster celebrates some of the horror genre’s most popular novels in a hand-drawn style.
Pretty Patterned Kindle Case ($36)
These Kindle covers!!! If you’re going to protect your beloved e-reader, then you might as well deck it out in girly prints like these.
Reading Framed Art Print (starting at $39)
If you’re in search of a piece of art that is reading-themed, without smacking you over the head with the bookish-ness of it all, this moody print is a solid option.
Check out monthly subscriptions for bookworms like Book of the Month (wide/general selection of new releases — check out my review of my experience with them here!), Aardvark Book Club (new mainstream releases and Booktok faves), Owl Crate (YA releases and bookish accessories), Lillypost (board books and picture books for children seven-years-old and younger), Once Upon a Book Club (new releases and wrapped gifts), Coffee and a Classic (a classic book, beverage and other bookish treats, monthly), Kindle Unlimited, and more!
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