Best Gift Ideas For Book Lovers Other Than Books

When it comes to searching a gift for bibliophiles, getting caught up on the vicious circle of book hunt is natural. While nothing could beat books as a gift for them, the risk and probability of your beloved already having read that book run high. Or maybe the book you select might not sit well with their reading taste. Not to mention, the repetitive ritual of always getting them a book, takes away the fun element of surprise. Don't panic! Break the monotonous cycle this time with some of the most interesting gifting ideas listed below, that'll definitely stretch your beloved's lips into a beautiful smile. You can even club these with a book if you are still hesitant with the shift!

Innovative Gift Ideas For Book Lovers Other Than Books

1. Bookshelf

While your bibliophile friends love swimming in an ocean of books, nothing beats the therapeutic feeling of seeing them beautifully arranged in a shelf. Needless to say, they keep the books handy and accessible. Without a doubt, these make for a space-efficient option for storing the books safely. And oh, did we forget to mention that the bookshelves make for a perfect backdrop for self-portraits and Zoom calls?

2. Bookmarks

The fascinating world of books virtually transfers the readers to another dimension. While bibliophiles aspire to finish their favourite book in one go, breaks are inevitable. Surprise them with trendy bookmarks that'll help them in coming back to the page exactly where they left from. Pro Tip: When it comes to book lovers, the collection of their bookmarks is never “enough”. 

3. Book Holders

Reading at the wrong posture is an open invitation to backaches, neck-fatigue and sprains. Help your bibliophile friend get over their habit of reading in the wrong posture with book holders. Not only do they help with the posture, but also help in enjoying a total-hands-free experience for reading. What are waiting for, add to the cart now!

4. Bookends

Help your bibliophile friend support their rows of books in style with bookends that'll keep their collection fashionably upright! These can be designed to stand at the end of the book row and support it from just one side or can have supporting structures on both the sides, with space in the middle to insert the books. Either way, the aesthetic organisation will encourage your friend to finish off reading those books waiting in their ‘to-read' list for long now.

5. Lamp

For your book lover friend, read-o-clock can start anytime! Surprise them with a gorgeous lamp that'll help them continuing their reading spree even in the dark. While any decent book lamp will work, you can try your hands on a book-themed one and make your present even more thoughtful. As long as you are on a hunt for lamps, don't forget to scan all the possibilities- bedtime lamps, antique lamps, 3D illusion lamps, rotating projector lamps, colour changing lamps, or even dimming lamps!

6. Postcards

Readers usually have in their hearts a soft corner for writing as well. Gift your bibliophile friend a chance to go vintage with a set of postcards that'll help them in writing their heart out to loved ones in a classy way. While postcards, in general, make for a great gifting option, you can scoop up a little and find literary-themed postcards set as well or design one as a token yourself! Nevertheless, this present is bound to give them a joyous surprise.

7. Personalised Newspaper

Personalised gifts always bring with them added warmth and love. They are a reflection of the relationship you share and can even act as a projection of your feelings towards the recipient. Surprise your bibliophile friend with a newspaper dedicated to them, reminding them of how special they are for you!

8. Kindle

While nothing can beat the feel of an actual tangible book, kindles are the modern era's digital version of a library. Surprise your bibliophile friend with these compact tablets that are portable enough to be carried around easily to various locations. Designed to have minimal glare, they offer a much better reading experience than smartphones, laptops or tablets. Not to mention the flexibility of carrying around tons of reading material along, without any hassle!