Are you looking for some inspiration for gift ideas as Christmas creeps up? Here is my gift guide for all book lovers.
Books – Fiction
I think its a bit of a no brainer that your book loving family and friends will enjoy books. Here are a few ideas, featuring some of the best books I’ve read this year (and a shameless plug, sorry).
The Stranger In My Home by Adele Parks
The Stranger In My Home centres around a family who’s world is turned upside down when they find out that due to a hospital mix up, not only is their daughter not their biological daughter, but she also has a 50% chance of having a mutated gene which greatly increases her risk of getting terminal cancer. It’s a page turner for sure, with plenty of twists (review coming Wednesday).
The Jessie Jefferson Series by Paige Toon
The Jessie Jefferson Series centres around a teenage girl who discovers her father is an international rock star. It follows her life as she learns to negotiate the world of fame and rock and roll while still maintaining her friendships and relationships at home. Jessie is a relatable character, and although the book is aimed at teens, I think older women will get a sense of nostalgia from this series. You can read my review here.
The Ice Twins by S K Tremayne
The Ice Twins is full of twists and turns that keep you guessing right up to the end. It centres around a family with twin daughters, one of whom dies in a tragic accident – no one is entirely certain which one, including the remaining twin. This book is at times emotional – you will feel for the young girl so much – and always entertaining. With so many twists, you can’t stop reading until you know what happens (review coming next Monday).
The Girl Next Door by Jack Ketchum
The Girl Next Door is not for the faint hearted. It centres around a girl who ends up being locked in a basement by a twisted woman and a group of neighbour hood kids. As the girl’s imprisonment draws out, she is tortured, with each act being worse than the last. The book takes you on a twisted journey which illustrates peer pressure and group mentality at it’s darkest. Read my review here.
The Percy Jackson Series by Rick Riordan
I am a huge Rick Riordan fan. His re-workings of the legends of the God are fantastic. The characters really come to life, and Percy Jackson, a boy who never wanted to be a hero, is a hero we can all get behind. The books are funny in places and fast paced, making a great read. You can read my review here.
The Joker by Well, Me
I did warn you there would be a shameless plug but if I don’t tell you about my book, who will? The Joker is a story of love versus power, dark vs light. It follows Kayleigh’s journey from a Ouija board, to her friend’s mysterious deaths, all the way through to demonic possession. Will she choose love or power?
Books – Non-Fiction
Inside Alcatraz – My Time On The Rock by Jim Quillen
This true life account, told by Jim Quillen, shows how life Inside Alcatraz really was. It dispels some myths, and in some cases, replaces them with worse scenarios. It also tells the inside truth about the notorious escape attempt which resulted in several prisoners being killed. You can read my review here.
Navigating Indieworld by Julie A Gerber and Carole P Roman
If you know anyone who is looking to start out in the self publishing world, Navigating Indieworld would be invaluable to them. It is by far the best self publishing guide I have read. It gives easy to understand instruction for every stage from editing, cover design, uploading and marketing your book. You can read my review here.
Non-Books
If you don’t really know your friend or family member’s taste in books, why not have a look at some of the ideas below? Please note – this section is not because your friend has enough books already; there is no such thing as enough books!
Harry Potter Quotes Cushion
How fab is this cushion? There’s a huge range, with different quotes from the books. I chose this one, because I love this quote – “Happiness can be found in the darkest of times if one only remembers to turn on the light”. I think this quote is relatable, and even non Harry Potter fans will appreciate the truth of it.
Bookmark
A bookmark sounds rather boring doesn’t it? But the funny quote stops it from actually being boring. This is exactly how your book loving friend feels. If the language offends you (sorry) read more books – you’ll soon find it’s a perfectly acceptable response to being disturbed.
The Hunger Games Key Ring
This key ring is an ideal stocking filler. Cute, functional, and a symbol any fans of the franchise will recognise (and probably everyone else too).
Other Ideas
Still not feeling it? Why not find out their favourite book and try to find a rare first edition, or a signed copy? It might be quite difficult, and probably expensive, but it will be a gift that is cherished for years to come.
And if all else fails, there’s always Amazon or Waterstones vouchers!
Happy shopping!
Are you a book lover? Which gift would you most like to receive from the list? Any other suggestions? Let me know in the comments 🙂
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I need that Harry Potter cushion in my life! I adore Paige Toon and Adele Parks – in fact I’m now going to go and read your review on the Adele Parks book and possibly download it for the weekend! xx #bloggerclubuk
There was loads of Harry Potter designs – I wanted them all lol! x
Oooh I love a good book list. Thank you for some good ideas. The bookmark made me giggle #BloggerClubUK
The bookmark sums up exactly how I feel when I’m reading lol 🙂
Fun ideas #bloggersclubuk
Thank you 🙂
Oh I like the sound of The Stranger in my Home. And yours of course! 🙂 #UKBloggerClub
Thank you 😉
I love the Harry Potter cushion!!
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There was loads of designs – I wanted them all lol!
Great little list lady!
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Thank you 🙂
Your book sounds way too scary for me to try out but love the look of the jessie jefferson book. #bloggerclubuk xx
Jessie Jefferson is a great, light hearted read 🙂 x
Navigating Indieworld – are we allowed to give ourselves Christmass presents? Yes? One for me then, thanks! 🙂 #BloggerClubUK
Of course! Everyone should buy themselves at least one present 🙂
Some interesting books here – we are looking for a new one for our book club so may suggest the Stranger In My Home, also my teen daughter is looking for a new read so the Paige Toon one may tick her box. Thanks for the recommendations. I agree with you on the first editions – I have done this for all my family on important dates and they have been a great success. #bloggerclubuk
I think Stranger in my Home would be perfect for a book club because it’s one of those books that has loads of discussion possibilities. I think any teen will enjoy the Paige Toon series 🙂
Oh totally love the cushion and bookmarks! Always love a bit of Adele Parks too 🙂 #BloggingClubUK
This was the first book of hers I’ve read, but I’ll be looking up some more!
The first fiction book looks brilliant as does the bookmark! Might nudge hubby towards them! #bloggerclubUK
Always good to drop a little hint or two 😉
I like the sound of Stranger in my Home and The Ice Twins – will have to check them out. That bookmark made me chuckle – definitely a perfectly acceptable response to being interrupted whilst reading! 🙂 #bloggerclubuk
They’re both fab reads! Haha, it totally is!
I love the Harry Potter cushion! #BloggerClubUK
There were so many to choose from – I wanted them all lol!
Nice! the ‘Ice Twins’ sounds pretty good, and ‘Inside Alcatraz’ I like crime genre books a lot! #BloggerclubUK
I like crime books too, especially the true ones!
That Harry Potter cushion is great and the bookmark is brilliant. Great ideas. #BloggerClubUK
Thank you 🙂
Fabulous ideas! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you 🙂
Great ideas, coming from a true lover of reading. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you 🙂
I love getting book recommendations. The Ice Twins sounds really gripping, adding this to my list X
Me too! The Ice Twins is fab, I’m sure you’ll love it! x
Oooh I love a good book. Currently reading After You by JoJo Moyes. I used to read books in a day but now with teaching, parenthood and blogger I struggle to find time which is a shame! #BloggerClubUK
I’m the same now I never have enough time to read as much as I would like to!
I feel like I never get the time to read anymore since I had kids, but I LOVE reading! This is a great list with what looks like some good recommendations!! I need to treat myself to a few books and turn the TV off at night instead! Thanks for sharing xx #bloggersclubuk
I’d much rather read than watch TV although I am rather partial to a good Netflix binge too lol x
I like the cushion, not a big Harry Potter reader myself but I’ve got it in mind for someone already! Good idea.
I’m sure they’ll love it!
That’s a great book list to consider. Yours caught my eye while I was just watching the horror Ouija so perhaps your book would be perfect after that!;)
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Thank you 🙂 Oh yes great timing!
I’d be disappointed if there wans’t a shameless plug in there! What a great assortment of books you have chosen – there is something for everyone here. #bloggerclubuk
Haha thanks Becky!
Love the picks you have included. I just got side tracked by your Adele Parks inclusion. It looks exactly my cup of tea 🙂 #BloggerClubUk
Thank you 🙂 The Adele Parks one is really brilliant!
Other than reading other people’s blogs, I’m ashamed to say I haven’t read very much at all recently. My hubby’s asked for a Christmas list and I’d love to get back into it again. I may put one of these on my list! #BloggerClubUK
You should – it’s the perfect excuse to get reading again 🙂
There’s not one book there that I don’t not want to read – including yours! I just struggle for time these days and I do miss it. I need to schedule a couple of evenings a week to concentrate on getting into some books. Thanks for sharing these. #bloggerclubuk
I know what you mean – I don’t get to read anywhere near as much as I’d like to!
I LOVE the Harry Potter cushion and it is going straight on to my wish list. Thank you! #bloggerclubuk
It’s great isn’t it!
Great book list, especially the joker;0 I also want to give the Jim Quillen alcatraz book a go.
Mainy
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Lol thank you 😉 The Alcatraz book is great!
The first couple of books sound right up my street. #bloggerclubuk
I’m glad you like the look of them!
Oh some fab book choices here! I’ve got Adam a kindle for Christmas because he keeps taking mine to work! #BloggerClubUK
Great gift! And it’ll be like a gift for you too when you gets yours back!
A great selection of books there but I NEED that bookmark lol
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Haha it’s brilliant isn’t it!
Yes for the shameless plug!! I would have been upset if you hadn’t. A friend of mine makes the most amazing lazer cut jewellery and does some fab Edgar Allen Poe inspired bits that I love. But for me it’s all about the book vouchers so that I can go and mooch about a bookshop for a few hours #BloggerClubUK
Oh they sound great!
I love wandering about bookshops too
Ooh I love Adele Parks and I haven’t got this one yet so I will have to put it on my Christmas list!
The Harry Potter cushion is also Amazing! 🙂
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For sure! I know I need that cushion lol
Ohmygosh, it sounds like I should carve out an entire weekend to read The Stranger In My House. Imagine finding out that your child is not who you were supposed to come home with? Thanks for the reviews!
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I know – I can’t imagine how horrific that would be!
I’ve been looking into books lately as presents. Thank you for sharing your suggestions. #bloggerclubuk
I hope you found the ideas useful 🙂
I’m off to find copies of The Stranger in my Home and The Ice Twins – they sound riveting! #BloggerClubUK
They’re both fab – definitely ones that grab you!
Ha ha I love the bookmark now if I could get it as one of those door thingys! And the cushion is immense! Great selection of books if only I had time to read…maybe if I got that bookmark?! xx
Haha it would be perfect to stick on a door! x
There’s some great books on here – I’m looking forward tor eading the new Adele Parks one. I have to say though I was disappointed in the Ice Twins.
Oh really? I really enjoyed it
Very nice. I might have to get the Alcatraz book as I have Whitey Thompson’s book. Thanks for sharing. #christmascornerlinky
The ice twins is the one that I think looks right for me. I love a good book with plenty of twists and turns.
Mainy
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It’s a really good book, I think you’ll enjoy it 🙂