A book loving, bookworm type friend seems easy to shop for — just buy them a book, right? But, if you take a second to think about it, do you have any idea exactly which book they would like? Do you know what they’ve already read? Do you know the celebrated authors they secretly hate and the unheard of ones they love? Luckily, you can avoid that mess by giving a book-adjacent gift, instead. We spoke to writers, editors, publishing people, and other avid readers to track down the best gifts for bookworms — that aren’t books. This curated list of awesome gifts for bookworms (that are not books) is just the thing you need to find the perfect gift for the bookworm on your shopping list.
1. Wicked Witch Bookmark
This Wicked Witch bookmark is a cute topic-starter and a unique handmade gift. The stripy legs and glossy red shoes sticking out from your book are sure to catch everyone’s attention. Moreover, bewitched bookmark owners enjoy reading more often, especially if it’s a kid!
2. Just One More Chapter Bangle Bracelet
The Just One More Chapter open cuff bangle bracelet bracelet would be a perfect gift for a book lover, reader, librarian, teacher or any bookworm.
3. First Lines Literature Coffee Mug
This awesome literary mug features 24 opening lines of some of the greatest works of literature ever written. Any lover of book would totally appreciate such a cute gift!
4. My Weekend is All Booked T-shirt
A cute My Weekend is All Booked t-shirt that your favorite book lover will be proud to wear and announce her weekend plans.
5. The Public Library Old Book Scented Candle
The Public Library Candle is meant to evoke the smell of a dusty, old book. It will bring to mind the rows of well-worn novels, biographies, and pieces of writing that fill the shelves of your local library.
6. Library Card Yellow Socks
Any book lovers, readers, or bibliophiles would love these yellow library card socks !
7. Novel Teas
If your bookworm is a tea drinker, these Novel Teas would be a perfect gift combined with the First Lines mug. Each teabag is individually tagged with literary quotes from the world over, made with the finest English Breakfast tea
8. Library Card Tote Bag
What book lover wouldn’t want a Library Card tote bag to carry ALL THE BOOKS of course!
9. Clip On Reading Light
Every book lover needs a clip on reading light cause we all know we are going to always read way past our bedtime.
10. Book Lovers Book Art Print
This vintage, upcycled Book Art print is printed on an old book page and makes an awesome, unique gift and are environmentally responsible.. Our high quality prints will look amazing hanging on the wall in your home or displayed on the desk in your office.
11. Snuggly Fuzzy Faux Fur Throw
Nothing better than a fuzzy warm throw to snuggle under with a good book!
12. Book Page Holder
A Wooden Book Page Holder is the only reading accessories you need to read comfortably while cooking, drinking, in bed, walking a dog or doing anything while reading. Perfect gifts for writers, gifts for book lovers, librarian gifts, writer gifts.
I hope this list of cute gifts for bookworms that aren’t books inspires you to find the perfect gift for the book lover in your life.
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