Bookish gifts for book lovers

We hand-picked every gift in this guide from the range we stock. We chose each one for who it suits and what it does, so you can match a gift to the book lover in your life quickly.

We also aimed for a good mix of kinds and budgets. You will find notebooks, bags and mugs, scented gifts for a cosy reading corner, and book-shaped storage and vases. Each section groups gifts by use, so you can find the right one fast.

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The right notebook gift for a book lover is one they'll want to write in. These six range from leather to faux leather and gilded journals. What ties them together is character: a design, a gemstone or a special page edge that makes writing feel like an occasion.

Esoteric Leather Notebook, 200 Pages (£17.99)

Something a little different for a reader with a taste for the mystical. This antique grey leather notebook has a stitched edge and 200 pages. You choose the design: a hamsa, a pentacle or a circle triquetra. Its old-fashioned look makes it a lovely gift for a friend who writes, or for anyone who loves a book with a bit of atmosphere.

Best for: Gothic gift lovers and writers.

Evil Eye Deckle Edge Leather Journal (£18.99)

A stylish upgrade to an everyday notebook. This leather journal comes in brown or black, with evil eye decoration on the cover. Inside are 160 deckle edge pages, which have a soft, uneven look at the edges. Its 17 x 12.5 x 3 cm size makes it simple to pick up and use every day. It makes a thoughtful gift for a writer, or for a friend who loves to write.

Best for: Writers who want a bold look.

Leather Gemstone Notebook, 7 x 5 Inches (from £13.99)

A gift that lasts long after the day. This vintage-style leather notebook has a gemstone set in the cover, with a choice of moonstone, lapis or black onyx, plus a compass. Inside are 200 pages of eco-friendly paper for notes, a diary or sketches. Pick the stone that suits them best and it feels personal. A lovely pick for him or her who loves to write.

Best for: Writers and gem lovers.

Coven Club Book of Shadows Notebook (£7.49)

Fun to give and useful every day. This A5 Book of Shadows notebook has a black cover with crossed brooms and mystical accents. It has 100 sheets, or 200 printed pages, so there is room for witchy notes. It comes in a plastic bag, which is easy to tuck into a stocking. A playful pick for a friend who loves all things magic.

Best for: Witchy readers and teens.

Celtic Knot Notebook with Pen (£9.49)

A grown-up stocking filler with a bit of style. This brown A5 faux leather notebook has an embossed Celtic shield knot on the cover and lined pages. A coordinating pen is in the box, so it is ready to use straight away. The cover is polyurethane faux leather, and it weighs 290 g. It suits a dad, a brother or a friend who likes to jot down ideas.

Best for: Dads and note-takers.

Purple Celestial Dream Journal (£7.49)

A gift for quiet moments. This A5 dream journal has a soft purple cover with a gold celestial design. The gold gilded page edges catch the light, and the lined pages come with a matching ribbon divider to keep your place. At 21 x 15 x 1.5 cm, it is a pretty piece to keep on a shelf or bedside table. A lovely pick for a friend who keeps a dream diary or loves stars.

Best for: Dreamers and journal keepers.

A tote bag or book sleeve suits a bookworm on the go, and a mug suits one who reads at home or at a desk. These four gifts are hand-picked by us for book lovers, and each one has a clear practical use.

Midnight Bloom Tote Bag (£6.49)

Ideal as a Secret Santa gift, this tote bag brings a Midnight Bloom floral print to everyday carrying. Choose black or cream, in a polycotton blend of 80% cotton and 20% polyester that weighs just 130 g. At 70 cm tall and 34 cm wide, it suits shopping, books and days out. A hang tag comes attached, and the floral print adds a touch of style to every trip out.

Best for: Bookworms on a day out.

The Reader Book Sleeve (£9.49)

A grown-up stocking filler with plenty of personality, this soft book sleeve features bold black and white The Reader artwork. Measuring 27.5 cm tall and 21 cm wide, it is made from 100% polyester and weighs 60 g. It keeps books safe in a handbag or backpack, so a favourite title stays protected on the move. Care is simple, as it is hand wash only, and a hang tag comes with it.

Best for: Readers who carry books everywhere.

Sacred Heart Tote Bag (£6.49)

Something a little different, this tote bag is decorated with radiant sacred heart prints. It is made from polyester and measures 68 cm tall and 34 cm wide, so it works well for shopping or carrying books. Its bold, glowing design makes a clear statement on the shoulder. It also doubles as a reusable Valentine's gift bag, a handy extra for a book lover you care about.

Best for: Shopping and everyday reading.

Spellbound Secrets Mystical Print Mug (£5.49)

A clever desk companion for any fantasy fan, this black ceramic mug is covered in mystical icons. Spell books, moons, dragons and all-seeing eyes decorate its sides, and it holds 370 ml. It is microwave and dishwasher safe, so reheating a drink and washing up are both easy. It comes in a colour cardboard box, ready to give. For a fantasy fan, it's a mug with a little magic on every sip.

Best for: Fantasy and gothic gift lovers.

The best scented gifts for a cosy reading corner are candles, oil burners and incense holders. Each one is hand-picked for book lovers. Three have a bookish design, from a stack of spell books to a haunted library, so they sit well beside the shelves.

Book of Spells Oil Burner and Wax Warmer (£11.99)

Ideal for anyone who loves gothic style, this ceramic burner looks like a stack of spell books on a shelf. It works two ways: as an oil burner or a wax warmer. At 13 cm tall and 570 g, it has a real presence on a bookcase. It comes in a colour cardboard box with a hexi wrap, so it is ready to give. A witchy friend or a keen reader with a love of spells will enjoy it.

Best for: Gothic and witchy book lovers.

Enchanted Library Leather and Amber Candle (£8.49)

Calm, scented and easy to love, this jar candle smells of leather, patchouli and amber. Light it for evenings with a book and the room feels warm and inviting. It has approximately 27 hours of burn time, so it lasts a long while. The gold-coloured lid and illustrated green packaging look lovely on a shelf. It comes in a matching colour cardboard box. It is a gift that looks as good as it smells.

Best for: Readers who love leather scents.

Black Cat Book Stack Oil Burner (£13.99)

Fun to give and useful every day, this ceramic oil burner is a book stack topped with a resting black cat. It is 15.5 cm tall and made for fragrance oil diluted with water. Always remove the lid while in use. It comes in a colour cardboard box, so it is ready to give. A cat lover who loves books will smile. The resting cat on top is the real star.

Best for: Cat and book lovers.

Haunted Library Incense Cone Holder (£8.49)

Nice to unwrap, nicer to use, this resin incense cone holder is inspired by dusty bookshelves, mysterious potions and ghostly tales. It is made from resin and polyresin. It is 13.5 cm tall and holds an incense cone. It weighs 350 g and comes in a colour cardboard box, so it is easy to give. It suits a bookish friend who enjoys a spooky story, or a Secret Santa who wants something a little different. Its haunted library design is the real draw.

Best for: Secret Santa and spooky story fans.

Yes, book-shaped storage boxes and vases make lovely gifts for a keen reader who loves their shelves. Each one looks like a book, so it fits right in with the rest of the collection. Here are four that tie the look to everyday use.

Blue Moon Book Storage Box (£9.49)

A clever desk companion for someone who keeps their small treasures close. This book-shaped box has a celestial Blue Moon design, and it opens to a secret space inside. It's made from MDF and measures 21 cm tall, 16 cm wide and 5 cm deep. Use it for keepsakes, tarot cards or journals. It suits a book lover who also loves moons, or anyone who likes a hidden place to keep things.

Best for: Book lovers who love moons.

Green Vintage Book Storage Box (£8.49)

Nice to unwrap, nicer to use. This green box is styled as a vintage hardback, with debossed text and detailing on the cover and spine, so it looks like a classic on the shelf. Inside is hidden storage for everyday bits and bobs. It's made from MDF and measures 21 cm tall, 16 cm wide and 5 cm deep. It comes in a plastic bag with a hang tag.

Best for: Readers who like vintage style.

Green Witch Book Vase (£11.99)

Ideal for anyone who loves books with a witchy edge, this ceramic vase is designed to look like an ancient grimoire. Its rich green tones and detailed Green Witch artwork make it a striking shelf piece. It stands 14.5 cm tall, 11 cm wide and 6 cm deep, and comes in a colour cardboard box. It's a lovely choice for a gardener or anyone who loves green.

Best for: Green-loving book fans.

Black Cat Magick Book Stack Vase (£13.99)

A playful pick for a book lover, this black ceramic vase is shaped like a stack of books with mystical titles. Its black finish gives it a gothic feel, ideal for anyone who loves dark, moody style. It stands 15 cm tall, 13 cm wide and 13 cm deep, and suits small floral arrangements or dried stems. It comes in a colour cardboard box and is a good choice for cat lovers.

Best for: Gothic style and cat fans.

Every pick at a glance: who it suits best and how it is sent.

Gift	Best for	Delivery
Esoteric Leather Notebook, 200 Pages (£17.99)	Gothic gift lovers and writers	Standard dispatch
Evil Eye Deckle Edge Leather Journal (£18.99)	Writers who want a bold look	Standard dispatch
Leather Gemstone Notebook, 7 x 5 Inches (from £13.99)	Writers and gem lovers	Standard dispatch
Coven Club Book of Shadows Notebook (£7.49)	Witchy readers and teens	Same-day dispatch
Celtic Knot Notebook with Pen (£9.49)	Dads and note-takers	Same-day dispatch
Purple Celestial Dream Journal (£7.49)	Dreamers and journal keepers	Same-day dispatch
Midnight Bloom Tote Bag (£6.49)	Bookworms on a day out	Same-day dispatch
The Reader Book Sleeve (£9.49)	Readers who carry books everywhere	Same-day dispatch
Sacred Heart Tote Bag (£6.49)	Shopping and everyday reading	Same-day dispatch
Spellbound Secrets Mystical Print Mug (£5.49)	Fantasy and gothic gift lovers	Same-day dispatch
Book of Spells Oil Burner and Wax Warmer (£11.99)	Gothic and witchy book lovers	Same-day dispatch
Enchanted Library Leather and Amber Candle (£8.49)	Readers who love leather scents	Same-day dispatch
Black Cat Book Stack Oil Burner (£13.99)	Cat and book lovers	Same-day dispatch
Haunted Library Incense Cone Holder (£8.49)	Secret Santa and spooky story fans	Same-day dispatch
Blue Moon Book Storage Box (£9.49)	Book lovers who love moons	Same-day dispatch
Green Vintage Book Storage Box (£8.49)	Readers who like vintage style	Same-day dispatch
Green Witch Book Vase (£11.99)	Green-loving book fans	Same-day dispatch
Black Cat Magick Book Stack Vase (£13.99)	Gothic style and cat fans	Same-day dispatch

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