Gift guide
New Year Gifts for Book Lovers
The best New Year gifts for book lovers set up a great reading year: an e-reader for the commute, a bestseller to start January, a journal to log favorite lines, and a cozy throw for long reading nights.
Readers are easy to please but hard to surprise, since they often buy their own books. Reading accessories and comfort gifts are a smart way around that.
The Lawyer Who Killed the Judge
A tense psychological thriller set inside the courtroom, written by a practising lawyer. Easy to wrap, hard to put down, and a far better gift than another candle for anyone who loves a twisty read.
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 16 GB (2024 release)
Glare-free, waterproof and light enough for one-handed reading in bed or the bath.
Atomic Habits by James Clear (Hardcover)
The habit bestseller that pairs perfectly with a New Year's reading challenge.
Q&A a Day for the Soul: 365 Questions, 5 Years, 1,825 Answers
One question a day for five years. A gentle reflective companion for a thoughtful reader.
Moleskine Classic Notebook, Large, Ruled, Black, Hard Cover
A classic notebook for logging books read, favorite quotes and the next to-read list.
Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Throw, 54x72
The softest throw for long winter reading sessions on the couch.
Ember Mug 2 Temperature Control Smart Mug, 10 oz
Keeps tea or coffee hot through a whole chapter, so no more cold mugs mid-book.
Bananagrams Classic Word Game
A quick word game for people who love words as much as stories.
Unless you know exactly what is on their to-read list, give reading gear rather than a specific book. If you do give a book, write a short note inside the cover about why you chose it for them this year.
Frequently asked questions
What do you get a book lover for New Year?
An e-reader, a reading journal, a cozy throw or a smart mug all make great gifts. Pair one with a book you think they will love.
Is a Kindle a good gift for someone who loves paper books?
Often yes, because many readers use both. A Kindle is great for travel and night reading, while paper books stay on the shelf.
What is a good book to give for New Year?
Habit and fresh-start books like Atomic Habits are popular in January. For fiction lovers, choose a recent title they have not read yet.
How can I help someone read more this year?
Gift tools that make reading easy, like an e-reader or a cozy reading spot, and suggest a monthly book swap or reading challenge together.