Gift Guide - Gifts for Readers

Gift Guide - Gifts for Readers

Dana Jones

It can be tricky to shop for a loved one whose nose is always in a book. How do you get them something special that you know they'll love that isn't just... more reading? We have some suggestions!

Owl Bookmark

Bookmarks - Whether magnetic clips or traditional flat inserts, bookmarks can be an inexpensive way to share a little personality and art. Plus, they fit nicely in stockings and are reusable!

Gold Bookmark Keychain

Themed Accessories - For the reader on the go, fashion accessories like pins and keychains can be a great way to show their love of reading. These, too, make great stocking stuffers!

Cover and inside page of Books I've Read journal
Reading Journal - This "Books I've Read" journal lets your recipient record information about the books they've read such as author, title, recommendation, favorite characters, plot and other items. It even has a place to record who you loaned it to. Includes guided journal and writing prompts on each page.

Tote bag with "Stay Curious" and a cat with a book
Tote Bags - Make it easy for them to get all of those books back and forth from the library and bookstore! Bonus points if you choose a tote bag with a reading theme.

Black cat in pink sweater lying on a book with the saying "I Read Banned Books" above it
Stickers - One of the most universal of all gifts with lots of personality and really stunning art. Best of all, these are very affordable, and you can stuff them in a greeting card or a stocking. We have lots of reading-themed stickers to choose from.

Open book is propped open to the current page with a green wooden page holder
Wooden Page Holders - These handmade little gadgets save wear and tear on your hands and wrists -- not to mention keep smudges off your books --  by helping you easily keep your book propped open. Handmade in Eugene by a local artist, these make great stocking stuffers!
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