It is no secret that I am a card-carrying book nerd. I love to write books, of course. But, like most writers, I was first an avid reader. I’m not sure I could list out all the ways in which books made my life, sparked my joy and taught me to think bigger. But, needless to say, I just want to give every book I meet a great big hug.
Despite all prognostications that the paper book is dead, book-o-philes continue to buy them, borrow them, cart them around and otherwise smooch on them. For the book lover in your life (or for you!) here are my favorite book-themed presents. I own at least half of these!
Banned books mug: you know a book hits a nerve when people want to start banning it. Here, in an attractive mug which I bought for myself at the gorgeous main branch of the New York City Public Library, is a fun “word cloud” style representation of some of the best banned books. Click here for the banned books mug.
Fight evil, read books tote: if you’re an idealist, like me, you believe that evil thrives alongside ignorance. You can’t be ignorant and be an avid reader. (I mean, I guess you can, but you’ve got to work harder at it). So I love this message. Click here for “Fight evil, read books,” tote.
Women’s Shakespeare t-shirt: For the small but fierce book lover in your life, here’s a t-shirt that’s stylish and also kind of bad-ass. “Thought she be but little, she is fierce,” a quote from A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Click here for women’s Shakespeare t-shirt.
“Cry here when a fictional character dies” pillow. I’ll admit it, I sobbed inconsolably when (spoiler alert for the 3 people on Earth who haven’t read the Harry Potter books or seen the movies) Dobby dies. I hated that damn elm for quite a while, but his character development is so beautiful that by the time that dagger gets him while he’s helping Harry escape, I was just dripping sadness. It wasn’t the first time and it won’t be the last I could have used this pillow. Click here for “Cry here when a fictional character dies” pillow.
Know of more cool book-themed gifts? Send me an email and I’ll update this list! mail (at) mariaeandreu (dot) com
