The air is snapping, the lights are blinking and the jingles are … jingling. Now that Mariah is hitting the high notes about what she wants for Christmas, it’s time to figure out what we’re getting our book BFFs and literary lovebirds (or asking for ourselves!) this holiday season.
Since everyone already has an overflowing TBR, the BookTrib team has assembled our first annual bookish-but-not-books gift guide that spans every category and budget, from $2 quotable bookmarks to $2,500 fantasy bookshelves. We’ve taken all the heavy lifting out of gifting, and for the sake of your 2025 book budget, most of these items cost less than a hardcover or two. So put your book down (for just a minute!) and enjoy the ultimate gifting inspiration, exclusive discount codes and insider info on some of the coolest indie bookish brands in our literary universe!
This small-but-mighty shop is run by a 19-year-old engineering student with a passion for all things books. Le Petite Sprout carries bookish jewelry, totes and apparel with a delicate aesthetic.
What we love most:
→ Wear your love of books close to your heart with this Flipping Through the Pages Dainty Book Necklace! This stainless steel piece, available in silver and gold, is perfect for all those who like accessorizing *and* expressing their love of the written word.
→ This stainless steel Book Lovers necklace might be the closest you get to wearing a book: flip through its dainty stainless steel pages (available in silver and gold) and consider pressing a tiny flower or two for good luck!
Le Petite Sprout x BookTrib exclusive offer: BOOKTRIB15 for 15% off your order!
You’re going to want to keep every delightful, witty, literary and beautifully curated print and card from The Raccoon Society for yourself. This is the spot for a deliciously droll online shopping experience, whether you’re shopping for a sassy and silly sibling, looking for prints to spruce up your office space, or in the mood for little treats to keep the winter blues at bay. You’re sure to leave their site satisfied.
What we love most:
→ Hunting for some snappy comebacks to add to your arsenal? Familiarize yourself with these Great Literary Insults! “The simplicity of your character makes you exquisitely incomprehensible to me,” is more satisfying than “you’re acting stupid,” so brush up on your brush-offs and adorn your wall with something as intellectual as you are.
→ If you’re shopping for a Shakespeare aficionado, this Shakespeare Insults Poster charts 100 of Shakespeare’s greatest verbal slights, organized by categories (everything from “guts” to “stench” to “pirates”) are sure to give your put-downs some flair.
Honorable mentions:
→ Girls in Books Poster: Heroic Girls in Young Adult Fiction
→ Reading Superpower Art Print
The Raccoon Society x BookTrib exclusive offer: BOOKTRIBLOVE for 20% off your order!
Fables and Tales Co. is a real-life love story between a bookworm and the boy next door. These lovebirds created their company to share their love of books and design, and offer bookish tees, home goods, and unique collections curated for every kind of reader.
What we love most:
→ If you’re a fan of Little Shop of Horrors and/or you can never stop talking about books, this Feed Me Books sweatshirt might satiate you.
→ Do we even need to explain this one? Profess your passion for prose with this Why Am I NOT Reading tee!
→ Every book lover knows that you can never have enough totes! This Why Talk When We Could Read organic tote is the perfect companion for carrying your favorite reads from your latest library haul.
Fables and Tales Co. x BookTrib exclusive offer: BOOKTRIB15 for 15% off your order!
A blind date with a person might sound terrifying, but a blind date with a book is pretty terrific. The Cute Book Corner helps readers embrace the unknown with a plethora of “blind date with a book” options.
What we love most:
→ These Blind Date With a Book packages are curated with a keen eye and a reader’s perspective. These bundles come with everything you’ll need to annotate and accessorize your reading space (like bookmarks, stickers, pens, and sticky tabs). With 13 genre options, this is a great gift for the indecisive reader.
Cute Book Corner x BookTrib exclusive offer: YAYBOOKS for 60% off your order, now through January 15th!
Fandom lovers, book clubbers and book yappers: meet Books With Jess Bookshop, a literary haven that carries cozy crewnecks, tees, bookmarks and all the book accessories you never knew you needed. Whether you’re shopping for a beloved book club member or looking for stylish apparel for yourself, you’re unlikely to leave this online storefront without something special.
What we love most:
→ If you need a cozy crewneck to wear to your next books and wine night, add the Book Club Crewneck to your wishlist. (We were lucky enough to get our hands on one of these and they are SO soft + high-quality! Our team may or may not fight about who gets to take it home for the holidays.)
→ The BookTrib team can’t — and won’t! — stop talking about books, which is why we feel so seen by this Will Yap About Books shirt. We hypothesize that wearing it to a bookstore could inspire a bookish meet-cute. (Will report back!)
→ Rory Gilmore is one of the most memorable book lovers in TV history. Who better to quote with a cozy crewneck? The Rory World Of Books crewneck will transport you right to Stars Hollow. (Jess and his poetry not included!)
Books With Jess Bookshop x BookTrib exclusive offer: BOOKISH15 for 15% off your order!
Curating your TBR is a passion at ShopMindfulPaper. This designer, entrepreneur and mom offers everything from cute stationery and bookmarks to bookish card games that dare you to read outside your comfort zone. Shop here to add a new layer of excitement to your personal reading experience.
What we love most:
→ Do you have a book bestie who can never decide what to read next? If so, these Poker TBR Cards are sure to give them a helping hand. With 52 unique reading prompts — and two ultra-fun punishment cards — this deck turns choosing your next read into a true adventure!
→ Ultra-unique Energy Drink Bookmarks bring a whole new meaning to “bookish energy!” We can’t imagine a more wonderfully niche gift for the bookworms who prefer their caffeine canned + love to crack open a cold one to fuel their reading marathons.
→ Burning Questions TBR List/Book Club will make you the toast of your next book club meeting. Spice up your book selection process with these beautifully illustrated cards, each with different prompts that make the next book club selection *much* more fun.
Shop Mindful Paper x BookTrib exclusive offer: BOOKTRIB10 for 10% off your order!
Blending illustration and graphic design with ceramics, NasseramicsPottery creates handmade mugs, wine coasters, ornaments and more with wit, whimsy and a bit of bookish flair.
What we love most:
→ Know somebody whose mug collection rivals their TBR? Designed with bibliophiles in mind, this handmade ceramic book-themed mug is a one-of-a-kind piece, perfect for holding an adult beverage as you cozy up with a great read. Available in a variety of colors, it’s a delightful gift for those who like to sip in style while celebrating their love for books.
Nasseramics Pottery x BookTrib exclusive offer: BOOKMUG for $2 off your order!
Is a happy ending in the cards for you? Happy Little Threads AU sells tarot card-inspired bookmarks, stickers, and other bookish treasures for those of us who like a little witchy flair.
What we love most:
→ This holographic gothic Reader Card Bookmark adds the perfect touch to any gifted book and makes an excellent stocking stuffer all on its own. With four different tassel color options, this bewitching bookmark allows readers to embrace their individuality while celebrating the collective magic of reading.
→ Who can resist the mystical charm of this Book Lover Tarot Card bookmark to keep your place in your otherworldly reads. It pairs perfectly with the latest title in your favorite fantasy series.
→ Still mooning over your book boyfriend? This Crying Over Fictional Characters sticker will look great on your e-reader or emotional support water bottle.
Author Clock keeps up with the literary times — no matter what time it is. Begun as a Kickstarter campaign, this now full-fledged clock company has one goal: making every minute quoteworthy.
→ This literary timepiece houses over 13,000 book quotes spanning seven centuries of literature. Each story snippet references the time at the moment you’re reading it. Because who wants their clock to say “3:02” when it can say “It was only two minutes past three, but I seemed to have lived hours in that two minutes” instead?
Looking for more delightfully bookish decor? Cozy indie shop Craft IRL was founded by friends who transform virtual treasures into tangible works of art. Shop here for bookish planters, home decor, and products that will infuse a sweet sensibility into your favorite reading retreat.
What we love most:
→ This ultra-adorable Cozy Pot Reading Book Planter looks the way cozying up with a good book feels. With unspeakable amounts of bookish charm, your fresh flowers or succulents never looked so good.
As our passionate readers already know, we ADORE Flypaper Products. Their collection of bookish teas, candles, totes, stationery and drinkware is perpetually playful, often edgy — and consistently high quality. Yes, we’re biased. But we’re also right!
What we love most:
→ The Freedom to Dream tote bag is essentially a functional, wearable library card. The cherry on top? Each of the stamped dates corresponds to an important date in history, featuring events like the first moon landing, the fall of the Berlin wall, and more.
→ Want to make your winter a little cozier? The Literary Tea collection features blends like “Through the Looking Glass Chai” and “Pride and Prejudice Chamomile.” Sip from one of their bookish mugs (like the Banned Books Authors mug) to achieve literary nirvana.
→ Want to make your literary loved one’s day this holiday season? Check out their selection of curated book boxes and let their team of book lovers dream up a perfect selection of literary delights.
Created by book lovers for book lovers, The Bookish Goods is the e-destination for bookish apparel and literary-inspired accessories. The brand emphasizes fun and function, with bags designed to fit your e-readers, and totes designed to hold a ton of TBR selections. Declare your love of reading with their collection of T-shirts and crewnecks, or get one of their bookish tote bags to use for your weekly trips to the bookstore.
What we love most:
→ Your reading experience will never be cozier than when you cuddle up with an ultra-soft Bookish Blanket. Don’t blame us if you decide to hibernate until spring.
→ Wishing your daily belt bag could hold an e-book? This custom-made Bookish Belt Bag holds a small book or an e-reader, with extra space for the essentials you keep in your everyday purse. It’s also waterproof nylon to protect your precious e-book stash!
→ Show your love for your local library in comfy style with this Take Me To The Library sweatshirt. (Gifting tip: this is the perfect holiday gift for the librarian you can’t live without!)
Started by an 18-year-old with a flair for modern design, Annabelle’s Book Club LA has just what you need to impress your book club hostess with the mostest. This trendy shop offers a variety of tote bags, tees, sweatshirts, accessories, and more.
What we love most:
→ Manifest thoughtful conversations and buzz-worthy reads during book club with the I See Books In Your Future tee. With its cute and playful design, it lets everybody know what lies ahead — and if that future is filled with great books, we want to be teleported there ASAP!
→ Know somebody who feels fervently about the freedom to read? Gift them with this I’m With The Banned tote. Featuring the titles of banned books, it makes a statement while making space for everything a reader needs.
Your fantasy bookshelves await at RAHAVEN. A carpenter, an environmentalist and a designer are the friends who craft enchanting bookshelves that embody the magic of reading with an emphasis on sustainability.
What we love most:
→ “Jack and the Beanstalk” meets “Magic Treehouse” in RAHAVEN’s signature tree bookshelf. This functional shelf reads like a sculpture and has the capacity for even the most ambitious TBR.
Romance authors love to describe their main characters by scent, which is why we’re swooning over The Little Book Eater. Founded by a passionate reader, this small-batch perfumer’s unique fragrances honor the olfactory aspects of the reading experience.
Scents at the top of our wishlist:
→ Indie Bookstore perfume oil: notes of vetiver, teakwood, cedar, neroli and amber.
→ Song of Achilles perfume oil: notes of pomegranate, sandalwood and cypress.
→ Reading on the Porch perfume oil: notes of iced tea, lemon, honeysuckle and sugar.
→ Lux Lisbon perfume oil: notes of peach schnapps, strawberry, jasmine, and musk.
→ The Bell Jar perfume oil: notes of fig, amber, fresh lemon and sandalwood.
Wear your love for your favorite author on your sleeve, or your chest, with these fabulous embroidered sweatshirts that were Threaded By Sabrina. Whether you’re looking for something for that Sarah J. Maas stan, Ali Hazelwood fan, or just want your book club buddy to know she’s on the naughty list, Sabrina has it all.
What we love most:
→ Have no clue what to give your A Court of Thorns and Roses-obsessed friend? This Velaris Sweatshirt is the perfect addition to their ACOTAR collection!
Two sisters from Birmingham, Owl-abama are the nature lovers behind Night Owl Paper Goods. We squeed over their otter-ly adorable merch, which features such magically bookish creatures as gnomes, foxes, tigers, dogs, baby buffalo, and yes, otters. These charmers are the product of the sisters’ original work and can be found on a variety of products from greeting cards to wooden bookmarks, enamel pins and keychains.
What we love most:
→ Never misplace your keys again with the Book Lover keychain. Their selections are far too cute to lose, and include happy books, bookish gnomes and tasty treats.
→ Can’t decide? The Book Buddies gift set includes a sturdy wooden bookmark as well as an enamel pin for your purse or backpack.
→ If pins are what your book lover fancies, the Book Lover Enamel Pin Gift Set – Vol 2 will bring the cuteness to any outfit.
Honorable mentions:
→ Read Every Day – Real Wood Bookmark
→ Reading Fox Real – Wood Bookmark
→ I Heart Books Real – Wood Bookmark
There are spectacular gifts, then there are the leather book covers by Studio 42 Books. These hand-tooled leather masterpieces will do more than give your personal library that old world charm, they will age beautifully over time and become heirlooms.
What we love most:
→ We’re just going to say it: these handmade, custom book cover purses are to die for. You’ll turn heads of fashionistas and book lovers with a quality product you’ll never find anywhere else. The only problem will be deciding just what book to choose as your fashion declaration. We’re putting this one on our list to Santa.
You’ve probably heard your favorite author, podcaster, or book columnist talk about Bookshop.org, the internet’s indie bookstore. Bookshop offers the convenience of online book-buying with the economic impact of shopping locally. Select your items and select your favorite local indie bookstore to support your local economy with your purchase.
What we love most:
→ Give your loved one the gift of choice (and the opportunity to give back) with a Bookshop.org gift card!
One of the things we enjoy most during the holidays is a buffet — you get a chance to try a little of everything and discern what’s tastiest. A certain website you might just know, BookTrib.com, has the literary buffet you’ve been waiting for: Holiday 2024 Lit Picks.
→ *Completely free* stocking stuffer alert! BookTrib’s Holiday 2024 Lit Picks, the ultimate literary sampler, is available as an eBook or PDF download. If you’re tired of taking risks at the bookstore, want to explore a genre (or 10!), or need some book-gifting inspiration, let Lit Picks be your guide. Download Lit Picks to explore 51 first chapters from 51 iconic and up-and-coming authors, spanning 14 genres.