Whether you’re shopping for an artist friend or a twilight fan, a romanticist or history buff, we’ve got the title for you.

10 Best Books To Gift Someone

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When we’re searching for good books to read, we look at bestseller lists, check Goodreads and Instagram, and ask our friends for ideas. However, the usual blanket categories and genres might be a little too wide, and we’ve discovered that choosing books depending on our mood or interests frequently yields the greatest choices.

If you’re searching for new books to read, we’ve put up a list of 34 super-specific suggestions you won’t be able to put down. No matter how you’re feeling, this list has you covered.

Is giving a book a good gift?

Books make great gifts for anyone and for any occasion because they can be thoughtful and thought-provoking at times. When done right, they may convey emotion and even humor much like a greeting card.

But don’t forget that a great book gift entirely depends on the person receiving the book and the genre of books they’re interested in. You may want to consider whether your recipient enjoys reading, as well as what type of reading they are interested in. Some readers prefer selecting their own books to read, but we guarantee that they don’t mind receiving books on their reading list as a gift. 

No matter what their interests are, there is always something for everyone out there, so don’t give up!

To help you select a perfect book for your book lover, we put together a list of 34 super-specific suggestions. No matter who it is for, this list has you covered!

How to choose a book as a gift?

There are a few things to consider when selecting a book as a gift:

  1. What kind of a reader is your recipient? Some readers continuously read throughout the year from one book to next while some readers take it more casually and only read when they find something interesting to them. It is more likely that someone who reads regularly will appreciate book gifts more than the casual reader.
  2. If they’re expecting a book as a gift, what kind of book gift do they expect? Regular readers may have already read some of the books you’re considering to give them or eve3n own a copy. Some serious readers might be book collectors and looking for specific editions of the book. And some might prefer audio books or reading digital books instead of having a physical copy.

What are the best books to gift someone?

Here is the list of 10 books that will make a perfect gift for someone special.

1. For Artist Friends

What Would Frida Do?: A Guide to Living Boldly by Arianna Davis

“What Would Frida Do?” A Guide to Living Boldly by Arianna Davis

2. For Twilight Fans

Midnight Sun by Stephenie Meyer

“Midnight Sun” by Stephenie Meyer

3. For Believers of Love Even Through Ugly Realities

Hell Of A Book by Jason Mott

“Hell Of A Book” by Jason Mott

4. For Creative Souls

Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear by Elizabeth Gilbert

“Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear” by Elizabeth Gilbert

5. For Fans of Feminist Thrillers

Whisper Network A Novel by Chandler Baker

“Whisper Network” A Novel by Chandler Baker

6. For Anyone Who Needs a Reminder that We Are Allowed to Feel Our Feelings

Grumpy Monkey by Suzanne Lang

“Grumpy Monkey” by Suzanne Lang

7. For Fans of Legal Thriller

While Justice Sleeps A Novel by Stacey Abrams

“While Justice Sleeps” A Novel by Stacey Abrams

8. For Someone Named Arlo

Arlo the Lion Who Couldn’t Sleep by Catherine Rayner

“Arlo the Lion Who Couldn’t Sleep” by Catherine Rayner

9. For Fans of Psychological Thrillers

The Lost Apothecary A Novel by Sarah Penner

“The Push” A Novel by Ashley Audrain

10. For Fans of Historical Fiction

The Lost Apothecary A Novel by Sarah Penner

“The Lost Apothecary” A Novel by Sarah Penner

Whether it’s for a loved one’s birthday, an anniversary, graduation, or just because, the process of finding something special that you know they’ll adore is simply wonderful. And, for some reason, giving a book gift feels more sophisticated and mature. A book is more than simply a gift. It’s an exciting adventure awaiting!

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