There’s nothing better than getting lost in the pages of a good book (or the feeling of reading just one more chapter at 1 am). If you know someone like this, they most definitely have a growing TBR and cute accessories on their wishlists. And these 20 book lover gift ideas are perfect!
You might think shopping for a book lover is easy, right? Just grab a book and you’re good to go. But finding a thoughtful gift that goes beyond the basic… That takes creativity.
There’s something for every kind of reader, whether you are looking for cozy reading essentials or bookish decor. Treat her with something that says, “I get your obsession”. Trust me, these things will make her bibliophilic heart beat faster than any of her favorite book characters!
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20 Book Lover Gift Ideas
1. Book Box Sets
Let’s get the obvious out of the way. Every reader has a TBR longer than they’d wish to admit (mine is 80+ strong, lol). Buy them a box set, or take an extra step and get the sprayed edges version of a book. Some popular examples are:
- The Empyrean series – see the sprayed edges, Onyx Storm version here
- Shatter Me series
- Powerless trilogy
2. Thumb Page Holder
Finger cramps are a thing of the past with the genius invention that is thumb page holders! Enjoy enhanced freedom to move and easily enjoy a cup of your favorite brew while reading. Simply place your thumb through the hole and let it keep the pages open.
3. Fun Bookmarks
Bookmarks sound basic until you have to try to remember a random page number. Then it becomes necessary, and using pens, etc., as bookmarks is not cute (I was guilty of this, lol). Here are some aesthetic bookmarks:
- Personalized leather heart corner bookmark
- Silicone bookmarks
- Dried flower resin bookmarks
4. Reading Lights
I am convinced every bookworm has stayed up reading until the early hours of the morning. Overhead lights are not fun at 1 am, and your partner who is actually keeping a decent sleep schedule will agree. Reading lights, on the other hand, clip onto your book and don’t strain your eyes. For instance:
- LED rechargeable book lights
- Neck light
5. Adjustable Book Stand
Do you get annoyed having to hold your book while you just want to lie down comfortably? We’ve all been there. So, why not invest in an adjustable book holder? The stand I linked here is perfect for books, tablets, and laptops. Talk about multi-purpose!
6. Personalized Book Embosser
This might be one of my favorite items on this book lover gift ideas list. Spoil your book-loving friend with a personalized book embosser. You might ask, “Why would they want this?” To that, I say it is blooming cute! Well, and they will be less likely to lose their books if borrowed to friends. Customize the stamp and mark every book with aesthetic ink.
7. Book Sleeves
Traveling with books can be so annoying! They are easily damaged, and a dog-eared cover is one of the most devastating things that could happen to any reader. However, a book sleeve can solve that problem. Go the extra mile by searching for a sleeve with a design of your friend’s most loved book, for instance, this Fourth Wing or Acotar designs.
8. Gift Cards
A gift card might sound like a superficial present; however, some people prefer to have the freedom to select what they want themselves. Consider a Barnes & Noble gift card if your friend falls into this category.
9. Amazon Kindle
This is the most expensive gift idea on this list. That being said, I will try my luck by adding it to my Christmas wishlist this year, lol. A Kindle is a significantly better option for traveling, and it doesn’t strain your eyes. Knowing me, I’ll still want the physical copies to display on my shelf, though.
10. Kindle Remote Control Page Turner
Something all book girlies have in common: we like being comfy and cozy. And a remote control page turner is the epiphany of comfort. Attach this handy device to your Kindle and turn a page with the click of a button.
11. Kindle Case
Protect your e-reader with a case that suits your aesthetic. We’ve just confirmed that Kindles are expensive, so taking care of them is a necessity. Also, they have pockets for all our girly needs!
12. Kindle Hand Strap
At this point, comfort is the main theme on this book lover gift ideas list. And the Kindle hand strap adds to the theme. Make reading more comfortable while lying down or commuting, and say goodbye to hand cramps.
13. Kindle Book Stickers
I love pausing videos and looking at people’s book stickers, lol. They are so relatable! I mean, whose favorite color isn’t morally grey… Spoil your book-loving friend with a whole selection of stickers. It doesn’t have to be for a Kindle necessarily. They could use it in reading journals, on laptops, and more.
14. ‘Books Read This Year’ Counter
I entered my book girl era in 2025. I went from reading zero books a year to setting an annual goal of 30 books (I am already on book 19 and it is only June). That being said, this sounds like the perfect gift idea for book lovers! This particular counter includes 3 digits.
15. Book-ish Wall Decor
You cannot go wrong with wall decor. Trust me, readers are always looking for ways to spruce up their reading nooks. You can find a variety of options on Amazon and Etsy. My favorite is this Fourth Wing piece.
16. Bookshelf Decor
No, bookshelves aren’t solely for books. It is all about the aesthetics! A few options you can consider:
- Bookends
- Faux plants
- Fairy lights
- Funny book-ish candles – like this ‘smells like reading time’ candle, or
- This Fourth Wing bookshelf accessory
17. Book Lover Jewelry
Add to her jewelry collection with these book-related pieces. You will see a common theme across this post, i.e., Fourth Wing, lol.
18. Book-ish Mugs
Honestly, coffee and books are basically my personality traits right now. Yes, we are circling back to cozy vibes with beautiful and fun mugs. As a mug collector, this is up my alley. Amplify her reading experience with a novelty mug. I found this gorgeous painted and (you guessed it) a Fourth Wing themed mug to check out.
19. Book-ish Clothing
Another good gift ideas for book lovers are a fun sweatshirt or hoodie. There are so many book-themed clothing pieces out there, for instance, these:
20. Reading Blankets
A winter reading session is not complete without a comfort blanket to carry you through the emotions you’ll experience at 2 am. Yes, we cry while reading, it’s a thing. I deliberately seek out heart-wrenching books, and that probably says a lot about me, lol.
Conclusion
That’s a wrap for 20 gift ideas for book lovers, or it could double as must-haves. I browse these types of posts for gift ideas for myself.
Gifts should be thoughtful, not just the first idea that comes to mind, and these ideas fully encompass that feeling.
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