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Gift finder · 18 ideas · checked September 2026

Gifts for readers

Book lights, Kindles, subscriptions and bookends for the person always reading.

  1. #1 · about $8

    Pocket-size notebook

    For lists, ideas and doodles.

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  2. #2 · about $10 · ages 7–12

    Mad-libs and joke books

    Instant laughs on car rides.

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  3. #3 · about $15 · ages 7–12

    Diary with lock

    A private place for thoughts, plans and secrets.

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  4. #4 · about $15

    Book light (rechargeable)

    Read in bed without keeping anyone awake.

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  5. #5 · about $18

    Book by a favourite YA author

    A new hardback from the author they already love.

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  6. #6 · about $18 · ages 1–3

    Lift-the-flap book set

    Peek-a-boo on every page.

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  7. #7 · about $20 · ages 1–3

    Board-book set

    Chunky pages that survive chewing — reading together is the best habit to start.

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  8. #8 · about $20

    Travel journal

    For tickets, notes and sketches from every trip.

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  9. #9 · about $25 · ages 7–12

    Children's atlas or encyclopedia

    Big, beautiful reference books curious kids pore over.

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  10. #10 · about $25

    Grandma's memory journal

    Guided questions about her life — a family treasure once filled in.

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  11. #11 · about $25

    Nice pen and notebook

    A smooth pen and a good notebook make every meeting better.

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  12. #12 · about $30

    Cookbook from a favourite chef

    New recipes for the person who feeds everyone.

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  13. #13 · about $30

    Bookends

    A small, handsome upgrade to any shelf.

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  14. #14 · about $30

    Coffee-table book on coffee

    The story of coffee from bean to cup, beautifully illustrated.

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  15. #15 · about $35 · ages 6–12

    Graphic novel series box set

    Dog Man, Wings of Fire or Babysitters Club — the books kids actually beg for.

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  16. #16 · about $40 · ages 8–13

    Book series box set

    Percy Jackson, Harry Potter or Diary of a Wimpy Kid — a whole series to binge.

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  17. #17 · about $60

    Book subscription

    A new hand-picked book every month.

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  18. #18 · about $150

    Kindle Paperwhite

    Thousands of books in one light, glare-free reader — great in bed.

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  1. #1 · about $8

    Pocket-size notebook

    For lists, ideas and doodles.

    AmazonTargetWalmart

  2. #2 · about $25

    Nice pen and notebook

    A smooth pen and a good notebook make every meeting better.

    AmazonTargetWalmart

  3. #3 · about $30

    Cookbook from a favourite chef

    New recipes for the person who feeds everyone.

    AmazonTargetWalmart

  4. #4 · about $150

    Kindle Paperwhite

    Thousands of books in one light, glare-free reader — great in bed.

    AmazonTargetWalmart

  5. #5 · about $10

    Mini flashlight

    Bright, tiny and always handy.

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  6. #6 · about $15

    Beef jerky variety pack

    Salty, savory and gone by noon.

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  7. #7 · about $20

    Personalized bottle opener

    Wall-mounted with his name — catches the caps.

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  8. #8 · about $20

    Rechargeable batteries

    For all the new toys that don't include batteries.

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  9. #9 · about $20

    Golf towel and divot tool set

    Small upgrades every golfer uses each round.

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  10. #10 · about $25

    Headlamp

    Hands-free light for camping, the garage and power cuts.

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  11. #11 · about $25

    Golf balls

    Every golfer loses them; every golfer needs more.

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  12. #12 · about $25

    Seed collection (heirloom vegetables)

    A spring garden in an envelope.

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