No matter the kind of reader you may be, a bookish gift is sure to worm its way into your bibliophile heart, and now is a fantastic time to start planning your wishlist. While you’re at it, why not find gifts that your reader friends will love as well? We have an amazing list of gifts for every month, so read on to find out the best gift for any birthday month or holiday.
January: Custom Bookshelf Sweatshirt from The Library Closet
For readers who love to get warm and cozy while curling up with a brand-new book, what better gift could there be than a snuggly crewneck decorated with a bookshelf of their favorite titles? One of the coldest months of the year makes for a perfect excuse to stay in your comfy clothes, and this sweater is both stylish and soft — the ideal combination in the opinion of many readers.
Choose your favorite color, decide on up to eight favorite books — we know it’s hard, but you can do it — and voilà! You now get to show off the titles you think everyone should read and fall in love with. If this sweatshirt isn’t quite your vibe, however, don’t despair, because The Library Closet has nearly 500 bookish patterns to choose from.
February: Book Cover Throw Pillow from Brassington Hollow
During the most romantic month of the year, all readers deserve a special someone — or something — to admire, and a stunning book pillow is sure to become the love of a bibliophile’s life. Available in over 20 elaborate designs that emulate the literary classics, this pillow’s plush cover opens to a readable first page across from a framed quote that even your non-reader friends will recognize. The inside cushion is printed with text directly from the book that it’s inspired by, giving the illusion of layered pages from afar.
If you’re searching for a personal favorite not featured on the shelf of Brassington Hollow, the shop also accepts and encourages custom orders. Whether you hope to cuddle with your book pillow or display it alongside your merch, it can be the exact book that you’re dreaming of.
March: Book-Inspired Perfume Oil from The Little Book Eater
To build upon the infamous love for candles in the bookish community, have you ever wondered what your favorite book would smell like as a fragrance? If so, The Little Book Eater’s got you covered. From the latest releases going viral on BookTok to the conceptual scents of unique words, the shop has a gift perfect for any and every reader, and each of its perfumes is exceptionally handcrafted.
Plus, wearing a literary fragrance during the windiest month of the year will guarantee you at least a few compliments, meaning you’ll be able to recommend your favorite titles to the other readers you encounter. If you’re running out of space on your bookshelf for candles, try out these perfumes. They’re pocket-sized!
April: TBR Jar from The Heart Filled Home
Often, keeping track of your future reads may be an overwhelming task, even more so if you’re surrounded by fellow book lovers who just can’t help but give you recommendations. If that struggle sounds familiar, look no further than this TBR jar, designed precisely for those titles you scribbled down and promised you’d add to the top of your list. Keep the jar on your desk or bookshelf, fill it up with your most anticipated upcoming reads, and let the TBR jar choose your fate, or sort mindfully through and be reminded of a friend’s recommendation.
April is the perfect time to solidify a reading plan for the year — or just the summer, for the readers still lucky enough to expect a summer break in their future. If you need to hold yourself accountable, get the TBR jar’s wooden tokens as well, and then the titles you write down will hold a greater weight both physically and mentally.
May: Ceramic Book Vase from Chronicle Books
Reader or not, most of us are familiar with the phrase “April showers bring May flowers”, so a vase mimicking a book seems to fit just right as the type of gift to buy as spring starts blooming. For the book lovers looking to add a charming splash of color to their shelves, this vase will hold bouquets without complaint, and for those who have no space left — don’t worry, we’re not judging — it can hold calligraphy pens, pencils, and potentially even pocket-sized journals.
These ceramic vases range in size and exterior illustrations, so choose the one that fits your ideal aesthetic and don’t hesitate to treat your bookish heart. Plus, turn the vase to its “back cover” for a pleasant surprise — an inspiring quote from literary legends John Keats, Louisa May Alcott, or Oscar Wilde.
June: The Ultimate Reading Challenge Calendar from Insight Editions
Though advent calendars may often be reserved for Christmas, The Ultimate Reading Challenge book will bring joy to a bibliophile anytime — especially to readers who still look forward to summer breaks in June. Within this bookish calendar, 25 gifts wait to be claimed, but it isn’t as simple as a literary gift per day. Instead, these gifts act as incentives and prizes for catching up on your reading goals, whether those include rereading a childhood favorite book or reading a book that has long intimidated you.
If you’re a book lover on summer break, you finally have all the time you’ve hoped for to catch up on reading, so make it even more fun by earning prizes for engaging in your favorite hobby. The gifts in this bookish calendar include a mug cozy, an engraved wooden bookmark, and more — so there’s a prize perfect for every reader.
July: Handheld Book Fan from If USA, Barnes & Noble
During the hottest month of the year, what could a fan of books desire more than a book fan? No matter what kind of reader you are — the kind who brings a book with them when they’re tanning on the beach or the kind who locks themselves in with the AC at home — a fashionable accessory is a gift many book lovers would appreciate. Don’t worry, no books were harmed in the making of these bookish fans — we promise.
Choose from a purple, blue, or red exterior that resembles a vintage book spine and open the fan to discover a beautiful collection of illustrations and readable text. Everyone deserves to stay cool and comfortable in July — so why not do it in style?
August: Book Cover Purse from Well Read Company
As fall approaches, the time comes to rediscover your favorite cozy bookish sweaters, and what better accessory to join them but a handbag that can both carry and look like your favorite book? If you feel inclined to agree with this, the Well Read Company’s literary purses might just become your new favorite treasure trove. Even up close, they look remarkably like unique re-bindings of classic titles — but are equally as functional as they are fashionable.
Any bibliophile who appreciates an alternative or elegant sense of style would fall head over heels for these purses, and their high-quality craftsmanship makes them a good investment, too. With a bookish handbag from the Well Read Company, you can finally carry your favorite classic everywhere you go — and get a lot of compliments while doing it.
September: Literary Tea Blend Tin from Novel Tea Tins
It is a fact — don’t quote us on this — that nearly all book lovers are tea lovers as well, and the punny blends from Novel Tea Tins are guaranteed to bring out a smile. Designed to resemble your favorite books, the containers open to reveal large packets of loose-leaf tea and illustrated bookmarks, ideal for making a cozy cup of tea to accompany reading sessions during the first month of fall. Novel Tea Tins also offers custom tea blends inspired by your personal favorites.
The literary tea tins come in various sizes and shapes, including more minimalist cylindrical containers for those who don’t have the space to add more decoration to their shelves. However, the popularity of these tea blends means that they’re often sold out — so if you want to make an impulse bookish purchase, this one’s worth it.
October: Custom Book Cover Jewelry from Book Nook Marjorie Mae
Spooky season is the one month of the year during which you have all the freedom in the world to dress up as your favorite literary character. If your ensemble doesn’t feel complete, however, the final touch that you need might just be a custom bookish necklace or set of earrings. Along with over 100 ready-to-wear pieces of jewelry depicting your favorite book covers, Book Nook Marjorie Mae happily takes custom requests.
Just pick a color and list the most gorgeous book cover you know and love, and soon you’ll have a unique statement piece of jewelry that all your book loving friends will be envious of. The custom necklaces come with matching charms as well!
November: Book Nook Kit from Uncommon Goods
For bibliophiles with a passion for DIY projects, a three-dimensional puzzle to illuminate their bookshelf is the perfect gift. Through any of the eight incredibly detailed book nook sets from Uncommon Goods, you can step into an alternate world while building your new favorite accessory. The month of Thanksgiving also gives you an excuse to make this craft a collaborative memory — so gather up the family and friends who share your love for all things bookish!
From a charming greenhouse to a picturesque scene in Venice, every one of these book nook kits is breathtaking. If you’re looking for a way to add a magical touch to your bookshelves — you’ve found it.
December: Foldable Book Lamp from Amazon
Finally, light up the darkest month of the year with a glowing book lamp that belongs in a reader’s dream. With three lighting modes ranging from cool to warm hues, this lamp is the ideal companion for any book lover, especially those who love to read deep into the night and past a reasonable bedtime. If your space is already overflowing with books, however, don’t worry — just fold the lamp into a small, charming wooden notebook until you need a bit of its light.
Alternatively, for LED lovers, treat yourself to the revamped edition of this bookish lamp and gain five extra colors — orange, red, blue, green, and white. When in need of more light, just open the lamp further, since you don’t need to be afraid of creasing its spine!
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