For favourite passages and reading notes
Some readers underline sentences. Others would never put a pen near a page. These gifts give both kinds a way to save a thought or find a favourite line again.
1. Book Darts line markers
A bookmark saves the page. These save the line. The thin metal markers slide onto the edge of a page, making it easy to return to a sentence without underlining it or folding a corner.
They’re a lovely little gift for someone who rereads favourite novels, collects quotes, or always wants to show you a passage. They’re reusable and come in a tin, so you could give them on their own or pair them with a reading journal. Choose from bronze, brass or mixed metals, and check that the listing is for the original Book Darts.
Book Darts – $19.75
2. WSCHU sticky annotation tabs
For the reader whose books have a little rainbow sticking out of the pages. These translucent tabs let them mark a passage while keeping the words underneath visible, and they can move them as they go.
The pack contains 1,120 tabs in several colours, leaving plenty of room for whatever system they’ve invented: favourite lines, questions, or moments they need to discuss at book club. Tuck a pack into a reading journal for a small, thoughtful bundle.
Annotation tabs – $6.99
3. Lamare reading journal
For someone who finishes a wonderful book and wants to remember more than the title. This journal has space to log, rate and review their reading, along with a list for books they want to try next and progress boxes to colour in.
The hardcover, ribbon bookmark and sewn binding make it something they can keep beside their current read. Over time, it becomes a record of the stories they loved, the ones they abandoned, and the recommendations they wanted to pass on. It’s a good fit for someone who already enjoys writing things down.
Lamare journal -15.96$
4. Glocusent LED neck reading light
For the person who says “one more chapter” after the bedside lamp goes off. This light rests around their neck, with bendable arms to direct the light towards the pages and leave their hands free.
Adjustable brightness and three colour temperatures let them choose a softer, warmer light at bedtime. It’s rechargeable, too. Some reviewers find it awkward when lying completely flat, so it’s better suited to someone who reads propped up against a pillow.
Glocusent reading light – $21.84
5. Bamboo book stand
Think of the cook who holds a recipe open with whatever is nearby, or the student who keeps losing their place in a textbook. A book stand gives the pages somewhere to rest while their hands are busy.
This bamboo version has five adjustable angles, page clips and a folding design for putting it away. It can hold books, sheet music or a tablet, making it useful beyond a reading session. If they love big cookbooks or oversized hardcovers, check the stand’s dimensions against the books they use most.
Bamboo book stand – %15.33
6. APLUFINE quilted book sleeve
For someone who never leaves home without a book, even when their bag is already full. A padded sleeve gives their current read a little protection from the keys, chargers and other things travelling alongside it.
This quilted version zips shut, is washable, and has a front pocket for a pen or bookmark. Pick a pattern that feels like them, then check the measurements: a slim paperback and a chunky hardcover need different amounts of room.
APLUFINE book sleeve – from $7.99
7. Kindle Paperwhite 16GB
For the traveller who packs three books for a weekend because they haven’t decided what they’ll feel like reading. A Kindle lets them bring plenty of choices without finding room for another paperback.
The Paperwhite has a 7-inch glare-free screen, an adjustable warm light and a battery that lasts weeks between charges. It’s worth considering for someone who reads on their commute or has run out of shelf space. If your budget allows, choose the version without lock-screen ads.
Kindle Paperwhite – $149.99
For their own little library
These last two are for someone who gets as much pleasure from their shelves as they do from the book currently open on their lap.
8. Personalised “From the Library of” embosser
There’s something satisfying about opening a book and finding your own library mark inside. A personalized embosser presses their name into the page with wording such as “From the Library of” or “Ex Libris”.
You can choose a design that suits them, from a simple monogram to flowers, cats or dragons. It’s especially thoughtful for someone who loves building a collection or lending books to friends. An ink stamp is another option if they prefer that look. Allow time for personalisation, check the spelling carefully before ordering.
Personalized embosser – $33.50
9. DIY book nook kit
A tiny bookshop tucked between full-size books is hard to resist. These wooden kits build into miniature scenes, often with little lights that make the finished nook glow on the shelf.
For a reader who also enjoys making things, the assembly is part of the gift: a few quiet hours spent putting together their own little world. Choose a scene you can imagine them loving, whether that’s a cosy library or a narrow street. There are small pieces and fiddly steps, so this one suits someone who enjoys a patient project.
Rolife book nook – $37.59
One last thing
You don’t have to know every book they’ve read to choose a thoughtful gift. Start with one thing you’ve noticed: the paperback that goes everywhere, the passages they read aloud, or the shelves they’re always rearranging. That’s often enough to give you a good idea.
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