The Best Gifts For The Book Lovers In Your Life

From literature-inspired stocking stuffers to cute bookshelf decor items, we've curated a collection of 23 gifts for book lovers that reading aficionados will adore. Pair with your favourite book of the year, one of our best fall reads, a sweet Christmas romance or a gorgeous coffee table book, and you're done!

The 23 Best Gifts for Book Lovers In 2024

Gifts under $20

4th Emotion Just One More Chapter Throw Pillow Case, $7

This 18- x 18-in. decorative pillow case is perfect for their reading nook. It's made of machine-washable polyester with a linen-like texture. One caveat: It does not include a pillow insert—but you can pair it with this one for $17.

Uncommon Goods Banned Book Socks, $19

This mismatched pair of book socks features famously banned titles like The Great Gatsby, A Clockwork Orange and The Handmaid's Tale as well as censored strike-throughs. (These cheerful yellow library card socks are another great pair to gift.)

Puransen Bookend Vase, $18

This book-shaped acrylic vase can be filled with fresh or dried flowers. It displays beautifully on a home office desk, bookshelf or as a coffee table centrepiece, and comes in indigo blue, brown and clear.

UpUDo Magnetic Bookmarks, $14 for a pack of 12

These magnetic bookmarks will never fall out. They’re double-sided with a unique print on each side and 10 styles to choose from.

Audible Membership, from $15

Audiobook lovers will appreciate this gift subscription, which can range from $15 to $163 for a one-, three-, six- or 12-month subscription that grants access to thousands of audiobooks and podcasts. Alternatively, you can also gift specific titles.

Gifts under $40

Kate Spade New York Canvas Book Tote, $38

This stylish and durable tote can be used to bring home their latest library haul. There’s also a handy interior pocket for storing small items. 

Kunitsa Co. Reading Journal, $33

Avid readers will appreciate this elegant hard-cover journal to track their reading experiences, available in six colours.

Gritin LED Rechargeable Book Light, $24

This rechargeable, bendable reading light clips directly onto a book or can stand independently, and offers adjustable brightness levels.

The Unemployed Philosopher's Guild Literary Coffee Mug, $25

This whimsical ceramic mug is just the thing for book and coffee lovers.

There are five themes to choose from: Lewis Carroll, Edgar Allan Poe, Jane Austen, banned book titles and the opening lines to famous literary works.

Knock Knock Personal Library Kit, $30

Any book lover who has ever lent out a book but never received it back will appreciate this library kit. It includes 20 self-adhesive pockets and checkout cards, a date stamp, an ink pad and a pencil.

Gifts under $70

Umbra Conceal Floating Bookshelf, $40 for a set of 3

These mounted bookshelves have a cool floating effect and are virtually invisible when stacked with books. Perfect for small spaces, they make use of walls that aren’t large enough to fit a traditional bookshelf and don’t take up valuable floor space.

They’re available in small and large versions, individually or in sets of three. 

Uncommon Goods The Book Lover’s Advent Calendar, $44

This advent calendar for the book-obsessed will make the countdown to Christmas even more exciting. There are 25 interior pockets filled with bookish surprises, including bookmarks, stickers, ornaments and more.

Milliard Reading Pillow, $55

This memory foam pillow is perfect to curl up against while reading. It’s comfy and supportive with adjustable firmness—if they find that it’s too firm, they can just pull some of the stuffing out. The super-soft cover is also machine-washable.

Rolife Bookstore DIY Book Nook Shelf Insert Kit, $62

This 194-piece puzzle kit is a beautifully crafted miniature of an antique bookstore. A built-in light bathes the scene in a comforting glow. Once completed, it fits neatly between books on their shelf or can act as a bookend.

Simons Coloured Faux Mohair Throw, $60

Readers will love snuggling up with this ultra-soft throw and a good book. The faux mohair fabric is made of polyester from recycled plastic bottles, and it comes in off-white, black, emerald green, lavender and cherry red.

Leatherology Book Weight, $41

This leather book weight is a sophisticated way for readers to mark their page. It comes in nine colours and can be personalized for an additional $15.

Bambüsi Bamboo Bathtub Tray, $55

This bamboo caddy will give bookworms a spa-like experience as they read in the tub. It features a stand for a book or e-reader, a towel holder and dedicated spots for their phone, a glass of wine and their favourite scented candle. It's the perfect pampering gift.

Gifts $70+

Lily Charmed Sterling Silver Storybook Charm Necklace, $142

Fantasy and fairytale fans will appreciate this"Once upon a time..." charm necklace.

It features a clip-on clasp, so it can be paired with another chain or a charm necklace as desired, and it's also available with 18-karat gold plating for $177.

Charlton Home Vintage Library Desk Lamp, $160

This desk lamp has a vintage library aesthetic, and we’re here for it. It’s available with a green lampshade and polished nickel finish—as shown here—or with a yellow lampshade and an antique bronze finish. 

Willa Arlo Interiors Evelynn Blue Agate Bookends, $86

These agate bookends are simply stunning. Made from natural stone, each pair is unique. Aside from this indigo hue, they're available in teal, black, green and grey, and in multiple sizes.

Warby Parker Esme Reading Glasses, starting at $225

If someone you know is in dire need of reading glasses, consider these square cat-eye frames from Warby Parker.

Prescription readers start at $225 with blue-light filtering, anti-fatigue and light-responsive lenses available at an additional cost. The Esme frames come in four different colours as well as in narrow and medium sizes.

Uncommon Goods Book Nook Reading Valet, $73

This acacia wood reading valet is elegant and functional. Readers can rest their book on the angled shelf, while the opening underneath is perfect for hiding their phone. With dedicated spots for glasses and a beverage, it’s truly an all-in-one station for reading essentials. 

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition, $230

An e-reader is the perfect splurge for anyone who is running out of shelf space or doesn’t want to haul a bunch of books around.

The newest version of the Kindle Paperwhite has a 7-in. glare-free display, an auto-adjusting front light and 32 GB of storage. We especially love the waterproof design and long-lasting battery life of up to 12 weeks. 

To take this gift up a notch, add the Kindle Unlimited book subscription service, which offers access to millions of titles.