Books and bookshops gifts

Hidden in Jimbocho, Tokyo, is a booklover's paradise. On a quiet corner in an old wooden building lies a shop filled with hundreds of second-hand books. Twenty-five-year-old Takako has never liked reading, although the Morisaki bookshop has been in her family for three generations. It is the pride and joy of her uncle Satoru, who has devoted his life to...

The irresistible hardback Times bestseller and bookshop favourite about the healing power of books and community; Time magazine Top 100 books of 2023; 'An undeniable page-turner' New York Times. THE TWO-MILLION-COPY BESTSELLING INTERNATIONAL NOVEL The Top Ten Times bestseller A Time Magazine Book of the Year 'An undeniable page-turner' New York Times 'I ADORED this uplifting, hopeful novel ' Daily...

WATERSTONES BEST FICTION BOOKS OF 2023 PICK WOMAN & HOME NOVEMBER BOOK OF THE MONTH iPaper TOP FICTION PICK Welcome to the Hyunam-dong Bookshop by Hwang Bo-reum is a magical tale of new beginnings and the healing power of books. The novel follows the life of Yeongju, a woman who seemingly had it all—a university degree, a respectable job, and...

In Tokyo, there is a neighbourhood with the highest number of bookstores in the world. It is called Jinbocho where book lovers can browse to their heart's delight and where hunters of first editions or autographed copies prowl the bookcases. The Morisaki bookshop, a small family-run shop, is so packed with books that barely five people can fit inside. Books...

Twelve stories. Twelve months. One chance to heal her heart... When Tilly Nightingale receives a call telling her there's a birthday gift from her husband waiting for her at her local bookshop, it couldn't come as more of a shock. Partly, because she can't remember the last time she read a book for pleasure. Mainly, because Joe died five months...

Indulge in the charm of nostalgia with the Treats N Treasures S4 - 1000 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle Vintage Summer Garden Book Shelf from the Treats n Treasures Series 4 puzzle assortment. Each scene is a delightful celebration of timeless crafts, cosy spaces, and treasured pastimes. There are four titles to collect: Springtime Crochet, The Journaler's Desk, Vintage Fabric Notions, and...

BY THE AUTHOR OF THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER TOMORROW, AND TOMORROW, AND TOMORROW 'Marvelously optimistic about the future of books and bookstores and the people who love both' Washington Post The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry, by Gabrielle Zevin, introduces us to A.J. Fikry, the grumpy owner of Island Books. He is going through a hard time: his bookshop is...

Cozy Bookshops—your ultimate escape into a world of bookish bliss and mindful relaxation in 46 adorable scenes, from the coziest book nooks. Wander labyrinthine bookshelves, sink into soft armchairs by roaring fireplaces, and lose yourself in snug, atmospheric corners. Escape, relax, and unwind with this colouring book for all skill levels and bring your own personality. The possibilities are endless!...

Work together to stack the bookshelf as high as you can, balancing books so the teetering shelf doesn’t topple! Don’t forget to leave space for the cat! For 1-6 players with a game time of 13-15 min.  Suitable for ages 8+

A tribute to 32 truly independent bookshops throughout Aotearoa New Zealand, from north of Auckland down to Dunedin, and coast to coast. Jane Ussher's photographs show every bookstore in its unique nature - including behind the counter, smoko rooms, the mess which tells the hardworking story behind the joy of matching books with customers. Jemma Moreira's careful editing has crafted...

Larry McMurtry's fascinating and surprisingly intimate memoir of his lifelong passion for buying, selling, and collecting rare antiquarian books is "a necessary and marvelous gift" (San Antonio Express-News). Spanning a lifetime of literary achievement, Larry McMurtry has succeeded in a wide variety of genres, from coming-of-age novels such as The Last Picture Show, to essays like those in In a...

An ode to the quiet joy of collecting more books than we could ever possibly read - and loving them all the same... Drawing on the evocative Japanese term tsundoku - first coined in the Meiji era to describe the growing stacks of unread books that accumulate around devoted readers - this insightful and warmly humorous book reframes what some...

Piece together one of Jay Gatsby's notorious parties, where figures both real and fictional from Fitzgerald's life and work are hidden among the enigmatic guests. Find Daisy Buchanan weeping over a pile of silk shirts, Gatsby gazing towards the green light of his dreams, Ernest Hemingway working at his typewriter, and the all-seeing eyes of Doctor T. J. Eckleburg surveying...

An autobiographical essay on the importance of giving and receiving books - from the bestselling author of Landmarks and The Old Ways. Every book is a kind of gift to its reader, and the act of giving books is charged with a special emotional resonance. It is a meeting of three minds (the giver, the author, the recipient), an exchange...

Grandpa used to say it all the time: books have tremendous power. But what is that power really? Natsuki Books was a tiny second-hand bookshop on the edge of town. Inside, towering shelves reached the ceiling, every one crammed full of wonderful books. Rintaro Natsuki loved this space that his grandfather had created. He spent many happy hours there, reading...

A fiercely contested novel from one of Japan's best-known writers for fans of healing fiction the likes of Before the Coffee Gets Cold and The Little Paris Bookshop. The beloved, heartwarming Japanese bestseller, published for the first time in English. Nominated for the prestigious Japan Booksellers' Award. Adapted into a major TV series. 440,000 copies sold in Japan. Praise for...

Escape into a cosy world of bookish nooks with this dreamy colouring book from artist Emily Snowdon. A sunny kitchen table with a new novel. Book club with a side of cocktails. A slow morning between the literal covers.Create delightfully cosy and bookish artworks with these beautiful illustrations from artist Emily Snowdon. With every page a blank slate for you...

The much-anticipated new picture book from Oliver Jeffers and Sam Winston, the bestselling and award-winning creators of A Child of Books. The Dictionary Story invites readers into a whimsical world where a dictionary dreams of telling imaginative tales just like the novels and storybooks that surround her. Yearning to weave a narrative of her own, Dictionary decides to bring her...

Celebrate the stories you've loved and the ones still waiting to be discovered by documenting them in this classic reading journal. This keepsake journal invites you to capture your literary journey. From setting reading goals and building your to-be-read list to tracking genres, completing reading challenges and logging completed books, every page is designed to help you reflect on what...

Professor Puzzle: Pride & Prejudice Puzzle Book – 252‑Piece Double‑Sided Puzzle brings Jane Austen’s beloved novel to life. Packaged like a mini book, one side of the jigsaw shows a beautifully illustrated scene from the story, while the reverse displays an extract from the original text. This charming design makes it both a decorative and engaging puzzle perfect for book...

From the internationally bestselling author of Welcome to the Hyunam-dong Bookshop comes a warm and reflective collection of essays about reading, language and life.Why do we read? What is it that we hope to take away from the intimate, personal experience of reading for pleasure?Rarely do we ask these profound, expansive questions of ourselves and of our relationship to the...

The Bookshop Woman is a love story, a love story about books... A Waterstones Non-Fiction Memoir of the Year "Beautiful, very honest, and very good. I can't recommend it highly enough. Please give this book a read. If you like books you will love this one." – James, Waterstones Canterbury "An irresistible treat for all bibliophiles" – Waterstones Nanako Hanada's...

No Fourth Wing display is complete without this gorgeous puzzle of Violet and Xaden enjoying a piece of cake atop Riorson House. With Andarna, Tairn, and Sgaeyl flying through the sky over Aretia, Rebecca Yarros fans won’t be able to resist adding this to their collection. This puzzle pairs beautifully with our Night in the Archives Keepsake Puzzle! This officially...

A heartwarming bestselling Korean novel about the power of books to heal, as a woman leaves her busy life in Seoul to open a bookshop café in the countryside where guests can stay overnight. Welcome to Soyangri Book Kitchen In a peaceful village in the countryside, far from the bustling heart of Seoul, lies a book lovers' paradise. With its...

Sally Page's remarkable new novel The Secrets of Flowers is available now. From the author of the phenomenal bestseller The Keeper of Stories, comes an utterly beautiful and charming novel full of mystery and secrets waiting to be uncovered… ‘Filled with compassion and insight … a true ode to friendship’ - Hazel Prior ‘Masterful storytelling’ - Celia Anderson ‘A powerful...

An oracle deck for every book lover, this fun and playful 52-card deck with instructional booklet will help you set an intention for your day, find your way when you feel lost, or spark creativity as you dive into a new project. The Bibliophile Oracle Deck speaks directly to all the bookish delights enjoyed by readers, from casual book lovers...

If you liked The Grandest Bookshop in the World or The Book of Wondrous Possibilities, you'll love this fantasy adventure story where books have power, cats are more than they seem, and the library is the most dangerous place in the city... Oliver Wormwood is sure his new job in the library will be boring. Until he learns that books...

There's a book written for every one of us... Carl may be 72 years old, but he's young at heart. Every night he goes door-to-door delivering books by hand to his loyal customers. He knows their every desire and preference, carefully selecting the perfect story for each person. One evening, as he makes his rounds, nine-year-old Schascha appears. Loud and...

Read and resist with this 500-piece puzzle featuring books that have been banned in the US and abroad. The Banned Books Puzzle features art from Jane Mount, the brilliant brain behind the Bibliophile series. With over 65 banned books colourfully illustrated, this puzzle comes with a handy reading checklist and information from PEN America on how to fight book bans....

Can two very different women put aside their differences to save the bookstore they love? The Japanese bestseller that kicked off a seven-book series - adapted for TV and 200,000 copies sold Bookstore Girls follows the story of Riko Nishioka, the assistant manager of the flagship Pegasus bookstore in Kichijoji. After working her way up from a part-time position, she...

An epic fantasy adventure through cosy, cluttered bookshops, set in the world of Sunday Times bestseller Mark Lawrence's groundbreaking The Library Trilogy. Bookshops have always been places where worlds collide. Places where ideas make war, where cultures meet and mate. Frederick 'Red' Archer is hanging on at the edge of society, in the care of the state, when he wanders...

A New York Times Bestseller! New York Times best-selling author-illustrator Oliver Jeffers and fine artist Sam Winston deliver a lyrical picture book inspiring readers of all ages to create, to question, to explore, and to imagine. A little girl sails her raft across a sea of words, arriving at the house of a small boy and calling him away on...

Diary of a Tuscan Bookshop by Alba Donati is a captivating story that beautifully intertwines the charm of a small village with the enduring power of books. The narrative follows the author's journey as she trades her bustling life as a book publicist in Italy for the tranquillity of Lucignana, the tiny Tuscan village where she was born. Driven by...

This reading journal is for those who reach for the classics, want all things literary, and need somewhere to collect their thoughts about all the books they love, hate, TBR, or DNF. Catering to the Booktok and Bookstagram communities and equally appealing to everyday readers and book club members, it features a fun, meme-able cover and an easy-to-use and compact...

A Place for All My Books is a puzzley book gathering, sorting, and organizing game in which players arrange stacks of books in different rooms of their apartment as personal projects. When done, they can admire their accomplishments and gain their rewards – not least of which is renewed energy, which they can then spend to head out into the...

An indie bookshop straight out of a fairytale. This is a must-have for your puzzle displays! Your customers will snatch this beautiful puzzle up in a heartbeat. It makes the perfect gift for book and bookstore lovers year round. This gorgeous bookish puzzle comes in a book-shaped keepsake box complete with sprayed edges, beautiful interior art, and a magnetic closure....

Pre-order this brand new, heartwarming story from the Kindle bestselling author of The Bookshop of Secrets now! Filled with Kerry's signature warmth and page-turning storytelling, lose yourself in The Last Library of Paris, hidden amongst the sprawling streets of Paris. In the heart of Paris, one library refuses to close its doors… As the city’s shopfronts go dark and war...

From the illustrator, designer, and founder of Ideal Bookshelf, a company that makes things for people who love books, comes the puzzle companion to the best-selling book Bibliophile: An Illustrated Miscellany. Bibliophile Book Club Darlings 1000 Piece Puzzle features one of Jane Mount's signature and vibrant illustrations that bring literary people, places, and things to life. Galison puzzles are packaged...

The right book might just change your life ... Mim Cohen roams the world in a travelling bookshop, with her dad and brother and a horse called Flossy. Flossy leads them where she will, to the place where they're needed most ... the place where the perfect book will find its way home. Now Mim has arrived in Salzburg --...

With more than half a million copies in print worldwide and now in this stunning hardback edition, How to Read a Book is the classic and definitive guide to reading comprehension for students of literature, scholars across disciplines, and anyone who just loves to read. Originally written in 1940 and first published by Simon & Schuster in 1972, How to...

This charming mini box set includes 3 of our Deluxe classic mini books for this special slipcase edition. These compact books contain comprehensive summaries of the complete plays of William Shakespeare, the complete novels of Jane Austen, and the complete novels of the Brontë sisters. The books also include character profiles and illustrations, sure to entertain literary lovers everywhere. The...

SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER "Do you have a list of your books, or do I just have to stare at them?" Confessions of a Bookseller by Shaun Bythell offers an irreverently funny and engaging account that had readers giggling all week, according to Scotland on Sunday. Shaun Bythell is the owner of The Bookshop in Wigtown, Scotland. Boasting more than a...

BBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK 'Anybody who loves the printed word will be bowled over by this amusing, erudite, beautiful book about books. It is in every way a triumph. One of the loveliest books to have been published for many, many years' — Alexander McCall Smith 'Quite simply the best gift for any book lover this year,...

Third in the modern-classic and bestselling bookwandering series that celebrates all that is best in life: books, adventure, friendship – and cake. Strange things are happening. A man comes into Pages & Co looking for a book… then suddenly can't remember it. Tilly and her family feel like the world is changing – but can't quite put their finger on...

Everyone needs to take a little break while studying the Folk and do a puzzle! Your customers will love to piece together this beautiful scene of Emily trying to update her encyclopaedia in spite of Wendell, a good-natured distraction. This officially licensed Emily Wilde puzzle comes in a book-shaped keepsake box complete with sprayed edges, beautiful interior art, and a...

The perfect gift for book lovers This book is packed with wanderlust fuel for the adventurous book addict. — Mr B's Emporium of Reading Delights, Bath If you've ever planned a trip around a bookshop, sought out a hidden library, or detoured for a literary landmark, this book is for you. Created by people who feel the same, A World...

A cozy mystery story combined with themed word search puzzles creates an interactive and charming whodunit experience in this fun new format that invites you to solve the case as you uncover clues. Abby Jones has it all figured out: moving to Cranberry Creek will give her the fresh start she needs. From opening her brand-new bookstore on Main Street...

There once was a dog with a keen sense of smell. She was known far and wide as Detective Dog Nell. Peter's dog Nell has an amazing sense of smell. Whether it's finding a lost shoe or discovering who did a poo on the new gravel path, her ever-sniffing nose is always hard at work. But Nell has other talents...

The highly anticipated sequel to BOOKWORM about how books of all kinds delight, guide, comfort and strengthen us throughout our adult lives. 'A bookworm's delight' - Sara Collins 'Funny, warm and charming' - Marian Keyes 'Like butter on toast - perfect' - Caitlin Moran A love letter to all those who come alive when they pull a new treasure off...

A guide to the best novels ever written, and why they matter. Ranging all the way from Aaron's Rod to Zuleika Dobson, via The Devil Rides Out and Middlemarch, literary connoisseur and sleuth John Sutherland offers his very personal guide to the most rewarding, most remarkable and, on occasion, most shamelessly enjoyable works of fiction ever written. He brilliantly captures...

This unique puzzle combines the fun of a jigsaw with the intrigue of a county ball as you read the clues and figure out the logic to build the final image. Get lost in the world of Jane Austen with this unique puzzle, which combines the fun of a jigsaw with the intrigue of a county ball as you read...

Step into the world of the Irish wit, poet, and dramatist Oscar Wilde. Spot scenes from all across his works, including The Picture of Dorian Gray, The Importance of Being Earnest, and The Happy Prince, alongside key figures from Wilde's life as you learn about his incredible creativity and the tragic life story that has made him an LGBTQ+ icon....

Join Peppa as she hosts a fun book club for her friends! Mummy and Daddy Pig are reading the same book, and Peppa finds out it's for their very exciting book club. Peppa loves reading and wants one too! Mummy and Daddy Pig make a few phone calls, and soon, Peppa and George's friends arrive for their very own book...

An irresistible little library slipcase containing four fabulous stories by internationally acclaimed, award-winning picture books star, Oliver Jeffers! Once there was a boy… Enjoy four exciting adventures of the boy, as he learns how to catch a star, journeys to the South Pole and the moon – making new discoveries and finding friendship along the way. The award-winning picture books:...

The right book might just change your life ... Mim Cohen roams the world in a travelling bookshop, with her dad and brother and a horse called Flossy. Flossy leads them where she will, to the place where they're needed most ... the place where the perfect book will find its way home. Now Mim has arrived in wonderful Venice,...

The Diary of a Bookseller by Shaun Bythell offers a humorous and insightful glimpse into the world behind the shelves of The Bookshop, Wigtown—Scotland's largest second-hand bookshop. Nestled in a beautiful, rural town by the sea, the shop boasts 100,000 books spread over a mile of shelving, complete with twisting corridors and roaring fires. It seems like a paradise for...

Welcome, boys and girls, readers of all ages, to the first-ever Library Olympiad! Kyle and his teammates are back, and the world-famous game maker, Luigi Lemoncello, is at it again! This time Mr. Lemoncello has invited teams from all across America to compete in the first ever Library Olympics. Will it be fun? Like the commercials say...HELLO? It's a Lemoncello!...

Welcome to Nikki Maxwell's aDORKable world and the mega-selling Dork Diaries series – now with over 50 million copies in print worldwide! After a bump on the head, Nikki has a dream in which she, her BFFs Chloe and Zoey, her crush Brandon, and mean girl MacKenzie are playing the roles of some familiar classic fairy tale characters... with a...

Don't read alone - get a Book Buddy! Book Buddies is a bookmark, an artbook, a quote book, and more. Book Buddies: Don't Talk to Me While I'm Reading! is a celebration of all things bookworm—from the sweet to the snarky, including puns, quotes, and other delights. A playful illustration of an owl in a library represents knowledge as power,...

New in the Little People, Big Dreams series, discover the remarkable life of Jane Austen, the English novelist, in this true story of her life. Little Jane grew up in a big family that loved learning, and she often read from her father's library. In her teenage years, she began to write in bound notebooks and craft her own novels....

Gather your crew and venture into the Shattered Plains! The Stormlight™ Starter Set contains everything you need to begin playing the Cosmere® Roleplaying Game. Everything in this set is designed to introduce new game masters to the Cosmere RPG and new players to the Stormlight™ campaign setting. The Starter Set was not available during the Kickstarter campaign. Starter Rules: Contains...

A gorgeous addition to your Shield of Sparrows displays, featuring everyone’s favourite trope: only one horse. Perfect for customers who are looking for more Odessa and Guardian goodness or simply artwork immortalising the “she rides with me” moment in romantasy. This officially licensed Shield of Sparrows puzzle comes in a book-shaped keepsake box complete with sprayed edges, beautiful interior art,...

Every Leigh Bardugo and Ninth House fan will need this stunning puzzle of Darlington and Alex for their shelves! With its stunning details and evocation of La Belle Dame sans Merci, this gorgeous puzzle is the perfect addition to all dark academia displays. This officially licensed Ninth House puzzle comes in a book-shaped keepsake box complete with sprayed edges, beautiful...

“It was a dangerous thing, mistaking relaxation for boredom.” - Can’t Spell Treason Without Tea by Rebecca Thorne This adorable puzzle of everyone’s favourite shop owners, Kianthe and Reyna, is the perfect antidote for boredom! Your customers will love piecing together this puzzle. They’ll be able to soar through the skies of Tawney alongside Visk, Ponder, and the baby dragons....

Add the Kingdom of Threads: Springtime in the Square Keepsake Puzzle to your romance displays for a pop of colour! Fans of the Dream Harbor series and romance readers alike will need to add this to their collections. This beautiful artwork brings Dream Harbor’s iconic town square to life, complete with a picnic from the Strawberry Patch Pancake House. This...

“Main Street was decked out for the holidays. Each shop had a wreath or a wintery display in the window...” - The Christmas Tree Farm by Laurie Gilmore This puzzle is for everyone who dreams of cosy winter nights in Dream Harbor. Every shop on Main Street is decorated for the holidays - from the Cinnamon Bun Bookstore to the...

“It was an ordinary day when Evie met The Villain.” - Assistant to the Villain by Hannah Nicole Maehrer Your customers will relive the day Evie met The Villain every time they put together this gorgeous puzzle! The perfect activity while dreaming of villains and sipping some cauldron brew. Psst… did you spot Kingsley? This officially licensed Assistant to the...

Every aspiring writer needs this puzzle! Who wouldn’t love having three dragons as writing assistants? This is the perfect gift for both writers and fantasy readers. Anyone who loves to dream the day away will love assembling this puzzle. Add it to your writing or bookish gift displays for an extra touch of magic. This gorgeous bookish puzzle comes in...

Mr. Rabbit burrowed into the jungle, The absurd adventure is about to begin. This is Alice Tea Party, welcome back to the land of fairy tales. Rolife Alice’s Tea Store DG156 is a vintage-style DIY Miniature House from the Mystic Archives Series. We are all familiar with the story of Alice in Wonderland. The designer extracted the most well-known elements...

An exquisite literary anthology that celebrates life's comforts and joys, both big and small. Arranged thematically, this warm, cosy anthology concentrates on the things that make us happy. The Cosy Commonplace Book contains a rich selection of quotations from novels, letters and diaries, and poems from a wide range of writers including Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jackie Kay, Emily Dickinson, Jorge...

Professor Puzzle Little Women Puzzle Book is a 252‑piece, double‑sided jigsaw puzzle from the Jigsaw Library collection. Packaged in an attractive book‑shaped box, one side of the puzzle shows a beautifully illustrated scene from Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women, while the other displays a corresponding extract from the story.This tickles the fancy of both book lovers and puzzle enthusiasts alike,...

Designed by Pepper Raccoon, this bookmark will look super cute in your brand-new fancy books! The bookmark is made from black coated stainless steel with a gorgeous blue tassel, and measures approximately 6x2 inches. Not A Mourning Person Metal Bookmark is a delightful addition to any reading collection.

A Financial Times, TLS, Economist and New Statesman Book of the Year 2024 Can you remember the first time you fell in love with a book? The stories we read as children matter. The best ones are indelible in our memories; reaching far beyond our childhoods, they are a window into our deepest hopes, joys and anxieties. They reveal our...

This endearing picture book in rhyme is a love letter to bookshops and the space they provide for discovery and delight. A little boy adores visiting the old bookshop down Lemon Tree Lane with his grandpa – its nooks and crannies, its endless stories, and even the bookshop dog at the back. That is, until the day the owners box...

Now there's a young readers' edition of the hit New York Times bestselling adult book that's sold more than 750,000 copies!Did you know the Grinch was on a questWhat does it mean when a hero takes a journeyOr eats green eggs and ham And what are vampires really about There's always more to a story than you think!This is the...

Meet three inspirational people from the world of literature: Maya Angelou, Anne Frank, and Jane Austen! This boxed gift set of three hardback books from the internationally bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series introduces little dreamers to the lives of these incredible authors who changed the world. In these remarkable true stories, learn how three women dealt with hardship and...

Escape to new worlds and find your next book bestie. Here is your new book bible. Record your favourites and your DNFs, review your reads and play a round of Book Bingo. And more. This journal will hold everything you need to fuel your reading obsession.

From the beaches of Cornwall to the streets of Bloomsbury and from Hogarth House to the colleges of Cambridge, spot Leonard Woolf, Clive and Vanessa Bell, and Vita Sackville-West, along with Clarissa Dalloway, Orlando, and the Ramsay family. Discover the places that formed Virginia Woolf's character and inspired her pioneering books that helped shape our understanding of modernity. This 1000-piece...

A charming literary-themed novel about a young woman determined to save her great-aunt’s beloved bookshop from extinction by the shiny new competition—which also happens to be run by the handsome son of her family’s rivals. The cute, seaside town of Portneath has been the home of Capelthorne’s Books for nearly a hundred years... The shop, in the heart of a...