Best Gifts For Book Lovers That Aren't Books

There’s an art to buying gifts for book lovers — and it’s mostly about not buying them books.

They’ve already read the one you’re thinking of, they own the special edition in three cover styles, and they’ve got the sequel on pre-order. What they don’t have is the stuff that makes the reading life even better: the temperature-perfect coffee mug, the walnut thumb thing that lets you turn pages with one hand, the kind of blanket that could start its own ASMR channel.

Because loving books is so much more than just…loving books. It’s about the ritual, the chair, the lamp with the perfect yellow hue. And the right gift gets it.

Book Lovers Gifting Guide

So whether you’re shopping for the friend whose Goodreads challenge is terrifyingly on track, or the partner who can’t leave a holiday without buying “just one” local bookstore find, here’s your list.

Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug

This one for the reader who swears they’ll “just finish this page” before sipping their coffee — and then forget about it entirely. This mug keeps their drink at a precise, just-how-they-like-it temperature, so there’s no mad dash to the microwave mid-plot twist. It’s the kind of gift that feels indulgent but becomes indispensable.

Price: 19,999 INR

West Elm Chunky Knit Cotton Throw

Nothing beats being cocooned under something warm and soft enough to rival a baby alpaca. This chunky throw from West Elm is heavyweight and luxe enough to live on the sofa without looking like you panic-bought it.

Price: 10,000

Travertine Stone Bookends from Address Home

What better gift for a book lover than bookends that look beautiful on their bookshelf? These taupe travertine beauties, with their architectural lines and gold accents, fall firmly into that category. They’re functional, but they’re also a statement.

Price: 6,990 INR

Nappa Dori Canvas Tote

Bookstore runs require stamina — and storage. This handcrafted tote has both. It’s roomy enough for a couple of hardcovers and a croissant stop, with leather trims to keep it looking smart.

Price: 3,650 INR

Fig Living Linen Book Lamp

Half lighting, half conversation starter. This fold-flat lamp in European linen and mango wood casts a warm, flattering glow — ideal for late-night reading or just making your space look beautiful. It’s portable, elegant, and a very, very unique.

Price: 3,302 INR

Nicobar French Press & Mug Set

Sure, they could drink instant coffee while reading. They could also use a highlighter as a bookmark. But why settle? This French press and mug set pairs beautifully with lazy Sunday mornings and the dusty old paperbacks you just can’t let go of.

Price: 3,850 INR

Sarita Handa Scented Candle

The right candle can make even a tiny flat feel like a secret library in Paris.

Price: 2,200 INR

Personalized Paper Embosser from Lemonade India

This embosser lets them mark their books with a custom seal — it’s cool, it’s old-school, its geeky, and exactly the kind of stuff we love.

Price: 1,599 INR

“Library in Prague” Art Print by Travelarty

When they can’t hop on a plane to wander Europe’s most beautiful libraries, this wall art steps in. Richly detailed and printed on museum-grade canvas, it brings old-world grandeur to any room.

Price: 2,099 INR onwards

TILISMA Walnut Page Holder

Don’t be mistaken. This deceptively simple piece of carved walnut changes everything. Slip it onto your thumb, and suddenly you can read one-handed — while sipping coffee, holding onto the subway pole, or stirring pasta sauce. It’s the kind of niche gift that turns into a “where did you get that?” conversation every time.

Price: 2,733 INR (On Amazon)

"The Gifts of Reading for the Next Generation" by Jennie Orchard

If you absolutely must give them a book, make it this one. This is a collection of essays from beloved authors on the books that shaped their lives — part memoir, part love letter to reading. It’s the literary equivalent of a warm hug, and just rare enough that they probably don’t already own it.

Price: 1,819 INR (on Amazon)