The Best Gifts for Book Lovers, According to Our Resident Bookworm

Mar. 15, 2025

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The average person reads 12 books a year. Yes, 12.

For avid readers immersed in the culture ofcelebrity book clubsor who find themselves reading late into the night, that might be a shocking statistic. My book count lands between 40 and 70 depending on the year (yes, I’m in therapy), and I’ve embraced being the resident bookworm of my circles.

Our Top PicksAmazon Kindle Paperwhite at Amazon$160Jump to ReviewSALEJoyberg Magnetic Bookmarks at Amazon$10$5Jump to ReviewSALEYahu Lando Reading Women Figurine at Amazon$14$10Jump to ReviewPickled Stamps “From the Library of” Book Embosser at Amazon$20Jump to ReviewPapier Reading Journal at Papier.com$38Jump to ReviewStoried Home Resin Pinecone Bookends at Target$40Jump to ReviewRifle Paper Co. Book Club Porcelain Mug at Wayfair$24Jump to ReviewSALEApple AirPods Pro 2 at Amazon$249$170Jump to ReviewPlkmn Vintage Book Reading Posters at Amazon$13Jump to ReviewBook Of The Month Club Gift Membership at Bookofthemonth.comJump to Review

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite at Amazon$160Jump to ReviewSALEJoyberg Magnetic Bookmarks at Amazon$10$5Jump to ReviewSALEYahu Lando Reading Women Figurine at Amazon$14$10Jump to ReviewPickled Stamps “From the Library of” Book Embosser at Amazon$20Jump to ReviewPapier Reading Journal at Papier.com$38Jump to ReviewStoried Home Resin Pinecone Bookends at Target$40Jump to ReviewRifle Paper Co. Book Club Porcelain Mug at Wayfair$24Jump to ReviewSALEApple AirPods Pro 2 at Amazon$249$170Jump to ReviewPlkmn Vintage Book Reading Posters at Amazon$13Jump to ReviewBook Of The Month Club Gift Membership at Bookofthemonth.comJump to Review

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite at Amazon$160Jump to Review

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite at Amazon$160

SALEJoyberg Magnetic Bookmarks at Amazon$10$5Jump to Review

SALEJoyberg Magnetic Bookmarks at Amazon$10$5

SALE

SALEYahu Lando Reading Women Figurine at Amazon$14$10Jump to Review

SALEYahu Lando Reading Women Figurine at Amazon$14$10

Pickled Stamps “From the Library of” Book Embosser at Amazon$20Jump to Review

Pickled Stamps “From the Library of” Book Embosser at Amazon$20

Papier Reading Journal at Papier.com$38Jump to Review

Papier Reading Journal at Papier.com$38

Storied Home Resin Pinecone Bookends at Target$40Jump to Review

Storied Home Resin Pinecone Bookends at Target$40

Rifle Paper Co. Book Club Porcelain Mug at Wayfair$24Jump to Review

Rifle Paper Co. Book Club Porcelain Mug at Wayfair$24

SALEApple AirPods Pro 2 at Amazon$249$170Jump to Review

SALEApple AirPods Pro 2 at Amazon$249$170

Plkmn Vintage Book Reading Posters at Amazon$13Jump to Review

Plkmn Vintage Book Reading Posters at Amazon$13

Book Of The Month Club Gift Membership at Bookofthemonth.comJump to Review

Book Of The Month Club Gift Membership at Bookofthemonth.com

Amazon Kindle PaperwhitePHOTO: People / Jennifer Maldonado$160 at Amazon$160 at Target$160 at Best Buy

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite

PHOTO: People / Jennifer Maldonado

$160 at Amazon$160 at Target$160 at Best Buy

A stack of books in your suitcase isn’t efficient for travel, but an Amazon Kindle can slip into a backpack or tote sleeve with ease.One of our editors owns this Kindleand loves its crisp display and long battery life —she’s only had to charge it three times in five months! Plus,Amazon’s Kindle Bookshouses thousands of popular books at majorly discounted prices.

“I can easily hold the e-reader with one hand (this is especially helpful when I’m on the train and have to stand). To turn a page, I just tap the screen, and it swiftly moves ahead with zero lag time.”—Jennifer Maldonado, PEOPLE associate editorial shopping director

Joyberg Magnetic BookmarksPHOTO: Amazon$10$5 at Amazon$9 at WalmartA moment of silence for the paper bookmarks that have fallen from their post. These magnetic bookmarks hold a sturdier grip on those pages to ensure you can always pick up where you left off reading. Plus, the set comes with 15 earthy and neutral hues for just $5.

Joyberg Magnetic BookmarksPHOTO: Amazon$10$5 at Amazon$9 at Walmart

Joyberg Magnetic Bookmarks

PHOTO: Amazon

$10$5 at Amazon$9 at Walmart

A moment of silence for the paper bookmarks that have fallen from their post. These magnetic bookmarks hold a sturdier grip on those pages to ensure you can always pick up where you left off reading. Plus, the set comes with 15 earthy and neutral hues for just $5.

Yahu Lando Reading Women Figurine$14$10 at AmazonMy mom gave me this little reader figurine for Christmas, and it was one of my absolute favorite gifts! The details are everything: the letters wrapping around the figure’s body, its thoughtful pose, and miniature size (ideal for resting on a bookshelf). It’s peak bookish décor!

Yahu Lando Reading Women Figurine$14$10 at Amazon

Yahu Lando Reading Women Figurine

$14$10 at Amazon

My mom gave me this little reader figurine for Christmas, and it was one of my absolute favorite gifts! The details are everything: the letters wrapping around the figure’s body, its thoughtful pose, and miniature size (ideal for resting on a bookshelf). It’s peak bookish décor!

Pickled Stamps “From the Library of” Book Embosser$20 at Amazon$20 at EtsyI frequently loan out books, but rule number one of the Mads Library: Returns are required. A customized stamp or embosser, like this Etsy find, provides a subtle and sophisticated reminder. I personally have the stamp, but since the ink can be a little messy, I’d actually recommend the embosser version for a cleaner, lasting mark.

Pickled Stamps “From the Library of” Book Embosser$20 at Amazon$20 at Etsy

Pickled Stamps “From the Library of” Book Embosser

$20 at Amazon$20 at Etsy

I frequently loan out books, but rule number one of the Mads Library: Returns are required. A customized stamp or embosser, like this Etsy find, provides a subtle and sophisticated reminder. I personally have the stamp, but since the ink can be a little messy, I’d actually recommend the embosser version for a cleaner, lasting mark.

Papier Reading Journal$38 at Papier.comFor those in book clubs, a reading journal is a good place to gather all of your thoughts after finishing the chosen story. This Papier journal has space for up to 32 books, with organized pages to denote ratings, favorite quotes, first impressions, key takeaways, and more. I use mine to dissect themes and passages I want to refer back to later — a solid gift for any bookworm.

Papier Reading Journal$38 at Papier.com

Papier Reading Journal

$38 at Papier.com

For those in book clubs, a reading journal is a good place to gather all of your thoughts after finishing the chosen story. This Papier journal has space for up to 32 books, with organized pages to denote ratings, favorite quotes, first impressions, key takeaways, and more. I use mine to dissect themes and passages I want to refer back to later — a solid gift for any bookworm.

Storied Home Resin Pinecone BookendsPHOTO: Target$40 at TargetIf you know someone who collects books as often as they read them, then bookends could be a storage solution they’ll actually use. These sturdy bronze pinecone bookends add a rustic touch to any coffee table or bookshelf.

Storied Home Resin Pinecone BookendsPHOTO: Target$40 at Target

Storied Home Resin Pinecone Bookends

PHOTO: Target

$40 at Target

If you know someone who collects books as often as they read them, then bookends could be a storage solution they’ll actually use. These sturdy bronze pinecone bookends add a rustic touch to any coffee table or bookshelf.

Rifle Paper Co. Book Club Porcelain Mug$24 at WayfairView on Riflepaperco.com

Rifle Paper Co. Book Club Porcelain Mug

$24 at WayfairView on Riflepaperco.com

Apple AirPods Pro 2PHOTO: Amazon$249$170 at Amazon$250 at Target$249$199 at WalmartWhen I’m not hauling books inmy work bag, I’m listening to an audiobook via Apple Airpods. Thesewireless earbudsdrown out city noise (specifically the subway) impressively, and the battery easily endures hours of nonstop usage. Whethera user of Audible, Apple Books, orSpotify, the book lover in your life will greatly benefit from these noise-canceling earbuds.

Apple AirPods Pro 2PHOTO: Amazon$249$170 at Amazon$250 at Target$249$199 at Walmart

Apple AirPods Pro 2

$249$170 at Amazon$250 at Target$249$199 at Walmart

When I’m not hauling books inmy work bag, I’m listening to an audiobook via Apple Airpods. Thesewireless earbudsdrown out city noise (specifically the subway) impressively, and the battery easily endures hours of nonstop usage. Whethera user of Audible, Apple Books, orSpotify, the book lover in your life will greatly benefit from these noise-canceling earbuds.

Plkmn Vintage Book Reading PostersPHOTO: Amazon$13 at AmazonThese vintage-looking book posters are the ideal, cozy décor for a home library or a go-to reading spot. The set comes with four unframed sheets covered in bookish and floral-inspired imagery — and these sleekgold frameswould finish the look.

Plkmn Vintage Book Reading PostersPHOTO: Amazon$13 at Amazon

Plkmn Vintage Book Reading Posters

$13 at Amazon

These vintage-looking book posters are the ideal, cozy décor for a home library or a go-to reading spot. The set comes with four unframed sheets covered in bookish and floral-inspired imagery — and these sleekgold frameswould finish the look.

Book Of The Month Club Gift MembershipView on Bookofthemonth.comTwo years ago, my mom treated me to a year-long Book of the Month (BOTM) membership (there are 3-month and 6-month options, too), and it’s become a yearly gift tradition. The app creates a seamless process for choosing your monthly pick — with five to seven options each cycle — and your order arrives within just a few days. I’ve received 22 books spanning thrillers, historical fiction, fantasy, and romance and cannot recommend this service enough.Plot Twist!Right now, those gifting BOTM memberships can save $10 on a six-month gift (with codeGIVING10) and $30 on a 12-month gift (with codeGIVING30).

Book Of The Month Club Gift MembershipView on Bookofthemonth.com

Book Of The Month Club Gift Membership

View on Bookofthemonth.com

Two years ago, my mom treated me to a year-long Book of the Month (BOTM) membership (there are 3-month and 6-month options, too), and it’s become a yearly gift tradition. The app creates a seamless process for choosing your monthly pick — with five to seven options each cycle — and your order arrives within just a few days. I’ve received 22 books spanning thrillers, historical fiction, fantasy, and romance and cannot recommend this service enough.

Plot Twist!Right now, those gifting BOTM memberships can save $10 on a six-month gift (with codeGIVING10) and $30 on a 12-month gift (with codeGIVING30).

Plot Twist!

Right now, those gifting BOTM memberships can save $10 on a six-month gift (with codeGIVING10) and $30 on a 12-month gift (with codeGIVING30).

Homesick Book Club CandlePHOTO: Amazon$30 at Amazon$30 at Nordstrom$24 at Homesick.comI’ve owned many Homesick candles, and the soy wax blend allows you to burn your candle for hours of reading time (60 to 80 to be exact) without putting any harmful chemicals in the air. The Book Club candle, in particular, brings together notes of cinnamon, amber, nutmeg, and orange  for a cozy, aroma-filled reading experience.

Homesick Book Club CandlePHOTO: Amazon$30 at Amazon$30 at Nordstrom$24 at Homesick.com

Homesick Book Club Candle

$30 at Amazon$30 at Nordstrom$24 at Homesick.com

I’ve owned many Homesick candles, and the soy wax blend allows you to burn your candle for hours of reading time (60 to 80 to be exact) without putting any harmful chemicals in the air. The Book Club candle, in particular, brings together notes of cinnamon, amber, nutmeg, and orange  for a cozy, aroma-filled reading experience.

Etsy Book Lover Gift Book BraceletPHOTO: Etsy$10 at EtsyThis sweet book charm bracelet is a simple way to express your love for books. With a custom letter charm, you can personalize the stainless steel bracelet with someone’s initial. There are also options for necklaces and bangles.

Etsy Book Lover Gift Book BraceletPHOTO: Etsy$10 at Etsy

Etsy Book Lover Gift Book Bracelet

PHOTO: Etsy

$10 at Etsy

This sweet book charm bracelet is a simple way to express your love for books. With a custom letter charm, you can personalize the stainless steel bracelet with someone’s initial. There are also options for necklaces and bangles.

Uncommon Goods Library Card SocksPHOTO: Uncommon Goods$13 at Uncommon GoodsView on Outofprint.comView on Sockologie.com

Uncommon Goods Library Card Socks

PHOTO: Uncommon Goods

$13 at Uncommon GoodsView on Outofprint.comView on Sockologie.com

Uncommon Goods Spot the Hidden Clues Agatha Christie PuzzlePHOTO: Uncommon Goods$22 at Uncommon GoodsIf you know a mystery novel aficionado, consider gifting this Agatha Christie puzzle. Not only is the 1,000-piece puzzle a challenge in its own right, it also contains 90 clues related to the author’s extensive catalogue of books. Complete the puzzle and find all the clues to really “solve” this mystery.

Uncommon Goods Spot the Hidden Clues Agatha Christie PuzzlePHOTO: Uncommon Goods$22 at Uncommon Goods

Uncommon Goods Spot the Hidden Clues Agatha Christie Puzzle

$22 at Uncommon Goods

If you know a mystery novel aficionado, consider gifting this Agatha Christie puzzle. Not only is the 1,000-piece puzzle a challenge in its own right, it also contains 90 clues related to the author’s extensive catalogue of books. Complete the puzzle and find all the clues to really “solve” this mystery.

designedRx A Year of Books Custom & Personalized Mini Book OrnamentPHOTO: EtsyView on EtsyFor readers who meticulously track the books they read, this unique ornament is a special gift. Simply select the number of books and write out the titles/authors, and this Etsy shop will create a time capsule of one’s books read that year. (Hint: Check out your reader’s Goodreads account or Bookstagram to source their book log.)

designedRx A Year of Books Custom & Personalized Mini Book OrnamentPHOTO: EtsyView on Etsy

designedRx A Year of Books Custom & Personalized Mini Book Ornament

View on Etsy

For readers who meticulously track the books they read, this unique ornament is a special gift. Simply select the number of books and write out the titles/authors, and this Etsy shop will create a time capsule of one’s books read that year. (Hint: Check out your reader’s Goodreads account or Bookstagram to source their book log.)

Add to CartFor other cozy bookish gifts, consider a weighted blanket and soft pajamas our team has personally tried, some witty napkins for your next book club, or a neck light for late night reading sessions.Threshold Microplush Weighted Blanket$63 at TargetLake Pajamas Pima Long-Long SetView on Lakepajamas.comKitschy Collective “Group Therapy” Napkins for Book Club$12 at AmazonGlocusent LED Neck Reading Light$29$22 at Amazon$16 at WalmartView on Glocusent.comFrequently Asked QuestionsThe Kindle is a vessel to house and read books, but you do have to purchase and download E-books to the device. That said, with anAmazon Prime Membership, you can access certain Kindle books first, and others for free during special promotions.As the gift giver, you pay a one-time fee and the recipient receives a code to start their membership. Once a member, they can access monthly book options in the app, with the ability to add credits should they want extra books, skip a month if they aren’t feeling the picks, and so much more. If you decide to re-up the gift, they can simply add the new code to their existing account and it will add more credits, so they can keep their membership status (which levels up overtime as you read and review more books).People / Madison YaugerWhy Trust PEOPLE?Madison Yaugeris a PEOPLE shopping editor who’s lost many nights to reading rabbit holes: The intention to peruse a few chapters ending up in a landslide of intricate plotlines, steamy characters, and unraveling mysteries that leave her awake at 1 a.m. with her jaw on the floor. That said, she finds time to read 50 or more books a year (on subway commutes, airplanes, park days, etc.), so she knows a thing or two about gifts that readers will actually use. Combining research with tested gifts she’s received over the years, Madison curated this list of the absolute best gifts for book lovers that any reading aficionado is sure to love.Our Shopping ExpertsMadison Yaugeris a PEOPLE shopping editor who reads between 40 and 70 books a year, has received numerous bookish gifts (including most items on this list), and who runsan amateur bookstagram accountto share her latest reviews.Jennifer Maldonadois a PEOPLE associate editorial shopping director and self-proclaimed fan of “fluffy books with happy endings.” She set a goal to read more this year, and thanks to her Amazon Kindle, has read more books in five months than she has in the last few years.

For other cozy bookish gifts, consider a weighted blanket and soft pajamas our team has personally tried, some witty napkins for your next book club, or a neck light for late night reading sessions.

Threshold Microplush Weighted Blanket$63 at TargetLake Pajamas Pima Long-Long SetView on Lakepajamas.comKitschy Collective “Group Therapy” Napkins for Book Club$12 at AmazonGlocusent LED Neck Reading Light$29$22 at Amazon$16 at WalmartView on Glocusent.com

Threshold Microplush Weighted Blanket$63 at Target

Threshold Microplush Weighted Blanket

$63 at Target

Lake Pajamas Pima Long-Long SetView on Lakepajamas.com

Lake Pajamas Pima Long-Long Set

View on Lakepajamas.com

Kitschy Collective “Group Therapy” Napkins for Book Club$12 at Amazon

Kitschy Collective “Group Therapy” Napkins for Book Club

$12 at Amazon

Glocusent LED Neck Reading Light$29$22 at Amazon$16 at WalmartView on Glocusent.com

Glocusent LED Neck Reading Light

$29$22 at Amazon$16 at WalmartView on Glocusent.com

Frequently Asked QuestionsThe Kindle is a vessel to house and read books, but you do have to purchase and download E-books to the device. That said, with anAmazon Prime Membership, you can access certain Kindle books first, and others for free during special promotions.As the gift giver, you pay a one-time fee and the recipient receives a code to start their membership. Once a member, they can access monthly book options in the app, with the ability to add credits should they want extra books, skip a month if they aren’t feeling the picks, and so much more. If you decide to re-up the gift, they can simply add the new code to their existing account and it will add more credits, so they can keep their membership status (which levels up overtime as you read and review more books).

Frequently Asked Questions

The Kindle is a vessel to house and read books, but you do have to purchase and download E-books to the device. That said, with anAmazon Prime Membership, you can access certain Kindle books first, and others for free during special promotions.

As the gift giver, you pay a one-time fee and the recipient receives a code to start their membership. Once a member, they can access monthly book options in the app, with the ability to add credits should they want extra books, skip a month if they aren’t feeling the picks, and so much more. If you decide to re-up the gift, they can simply add the new code to their existing account and it will add more credits, so they can keep their membership status (which levels up overtime as you read and review more books).

People / Madison Yauger

Madison Yaugeris a PEOPLE shopping editor who’s lost many nights to reading rabbit holes: The intention to peruse a few chapters ending up in a landslide of intricate plotlines, steamy characters, and unraveling mysteries that leave her awake at 1 a.m. with her jaw on the floor. That said, she finds time to read 50 or more books a year (on subway commutes, airplanes, park days, etc.), so she knows a thing or two about gifts that readers will actually use. Combining research with tested gifts she’s received over the years, Madison curated this list of the absolute best gifts for book lovers that any reading aficionado is sure to love.

Our Shopping ExpertsMadison Yaugeris a PEOPLE shopping editor who reads between 40 and 70 books a year, has received numerous bookish gifts (including most items on this list), and who runsan amateur bookstagram accountto share her latest reviews.Jennifer Maldonadois a PEOPLE associate editorial shopping director and self-proclaimed fan of “fluffy books with happy endings.” She set a goal to read more this year, and thanks to her Amazon Kindle, has read more books in five months than she has in the last few years.

Our Shopping Experts

Madison Yaugeris a PEOPLE shopping editor who reads between 40 and 70 books a year, has received numerous bookish gifts (including most items on this list), and who runsan amateur bookstagram accountto share her latest reviews.Jennifer Maldonadois a PEOPLE associate editorial shopping director and self-proclaimed fan of “fluffy books with happy endings.” She set a goal to read more this year, and thanks to her Amazon Kindle, has read more books in five months than she has in the last few years.

source: people.com