The Best Books to Give as Gifts (2018)
I would be the happiest human if I got only books for Christmas… and even if you still want to give or receive a variety of gifts, I think books make a great addition to the holidays! There are books that are perfect for people of all kinds, no matter what they’re into or loving these days, and I hope the following selections help get you started! I’ve read and enjoyed all of these books, so I can vouch for them all.
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What are they into? Find a book below to match!
in a world verrrrry fueled by capitalism, i want to share a bunch of ideas that will make your money matter more this season, supporting small businesses (almost entirely), with most being Black, people of color, lgbtqia+, or women-owned.
this year, i thought it would be fun to round up things that have caught my eye in recent weeks, especially as i’ve been curating gift guides!
for the friends who are always up to some new artistic endeavor, taking trips to the craft store for supplies for their newest pinterest-inspired hobby, here are fun ideas to keep their creative juices flowing!
for the ones who would rather stay snuggled up at home with blankets and books and big mugs of hot drinks!
from totes to pencils to swag and more, here are 25 great ideas for the book lovers in your life!
i’ve rounded up 50 ideas for stocking stuffers that the adults in your life are sure to love, and they’re all less than $15. mix in some fun treats and sweets, and you’ll be set.
Supporting small businesses both locally and beyond is one of my FAVORITE things — it matters so much that we spend our money empowering artists, makers, creators, entrepreneurs, and friends living out their dreams.
If you have a friend or loved one who is into books and reading, chances are you don’t know what book you could get them that they would love but haven’t read yet. Enter: other bookish gifts! Avoid the struggle of trying to find the perfect read, and gift a great accompaniment to their reading life instead.
Parents can be tricky to shop for— what do you give the people who raised you, or joined your family, or helped form who you are today? What books will help spark conversation, or give them a bit of an escape, or just be fun for them to read?
i firmly believe books are the very best gifts, even if nobody ever gets them for me because they think i have too many! not true!!! anyway. i’ve turned to gifting books to my people in hopes that it inspires them to return the favor… and also because as previously stated, i believe books are the best gifts.