Do you have a voracious reader in your life that you can never seem to find the perfect gift for? Maybe every single book that you go to buy them, they've already bought for themselves and read cover to cover. If only there was some form of comprehensive guide that can supply you with gift idea after gift idea for your bookworm loved one. Oh, wait, there is! You're reading it. Take a look.
The Top 3 Best Gifts for Readers
Let's start with 3 absolutely essential gifts for readers that you know. Where better to start than possibly the greatest book ever written? J.R.R. Tolkien's fantasy masterpiece The Lord of the Rings is a foundational piece of art upon which many modern fantasy worlds were built. The color-illustrated version listed below was drawn and colored by Tolkien himself. What a gift.
If your loved one prefers reading e-books, then the Kindle Paperwhite has a spacious 6.8" screen. You'll never have to worry about running out of storage, there's a whopping 8GB on there, which is a lot of e-books. And if you fancy a trip down memory lane, then cop yourself a copy of the complete collection of Calvin and Hobbes.
Best Books
This is a great place to start if you just want an idea of the kind of books that are always popular with book lovers. There is some great stuff in here, and it's mostly titles that everyone should be familiar with. Maybe your loved one wants to sink their teeth into some Song of Ice and Fire, or maybe they'd prefer to smash through The Witcher season after watching the Netflix show. Something for everyone here.
Best eReaders & Reading Accessories
Some people love to have the physical book in their hand and read it that way. Others absolutely adore the convienience and protability that eReaders like the Kindle provide. I can see both sides of the argument and I love both. If you know someone that wants to read more books but is struggling with convenience, then check out some of these great deals on eReaders. We've also thrown some little deals on cute accessories in there because we couldn't help ourselves.
Best Video Game Books
Finished your favorite video game recently? Wishing there was a way to take an ever deeper dive into the lore and universe of the game you were playing. Books like these are a great way to stay involved in your games or gain a deeper understanding and love for them.
Sometimes, we need a little helping hand as well. My favorite part about playing some games as a kid was getting to bust out the massive tome of a strategy guide to give me the most enriching gaming experience going.
Best Recipe Books
So, yes, recipe books are a thing, but we had a thought when crafting thi gift guide. What about, book recipe books? You know, a book of recipes from books that have recipes in them? Is that making any sense? No, I thought not.
Just take a look throught some of these inspired cookbooks and you'll see what I mean. Anyone who tells me that they don't want to cook any of the Hobbit food from LOTR is a damn liar.
Best Movie & Television Books
Movies and television are great. They're two areas of the entertainment biz that are our bread and butter over here at IGN. But how else are you supposed to carry on getting absorbed by your favorite movies and TV shows after they finish? That's right, you grab yourself the book.
Best Manga and Comics
Finally, we're bringing you the best Manga and comics out there. Take a look through our list, we've got a wide range of titles here that can cater to any taste.
See More Amazing Holiday Gift Ideas for 2023
For an even broader spectrum of holiday gift ideas that cater to various tastes and preferences, we invite you to peruse our handpicked collection of the finest Marvel gifts, perfect for the superhero enthusiasts in your life. Additionally, if you're looking to satisfy the gaming cravings of your loved ones, our extensive compilation of the best Switch gifts is sure to offer some fantastic options.
But the gift-giving journey doesn't end there; we have a treasure trove of diverse gift guides covering everything from tech gadgets to cozy winter essentials, ensuring you'll find the ideal presents for everyone on your list. So, for a comprehensive array of gift recommendations that span various interests and passions, explore the rest of our thoughtfully crafted guides. With these invaluable resources, you'll be well-equipped to spread holiday cheer and make your loved ones' spirits bright.
Brian Barnett writes reviews, guides, features, & more for IGN & GameSpot. You can get your fix of his antics on Twitter (@Ribnax) and Twitch (Ribnax) or check out his video game talk show, The Platformers, on Twitch & Apple Podcasts.
