It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year
By Barbara Bellesi Zito
Although any book is a gift for a true reader, it feels extra special to receive books and book-related presents during the holidays. Here, we have curated a selection of literary treats that will delight the readers on your list this season.
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“STYLING BEYOND INSTAGRAM: Take Your Prop Styling Skills From The Square To The Street” by Robin Zachary | Schiffer CraftRobin Zachary pulls back the curtain on how she works with food, tablescapes, crafts, home interiors, and more to create compelling photos. This one’s perfect for your book-loving friend who must get just the right shot for their latest #Bookstagram post.Zachary is the brains behind The Prop Styling Experience®, a practical workshop for taking your photo styling skills to the next level.
“Entertaining Angels: True Stories And Art Inspired By Divine Encounters” by Anne Neilson |Thomas NelsonAngels are among us, and there is beautiful proof of it in artist and writer Anne Neilson’s book. In addition to her own retelling of a personal encounter with divine guidance, she features several guest writers and their angelic encounters, including actress and TV host Kathie Lee Gifford and singer-songwriter Sheila Walsh.The foreword was written by Roma Downey, star of the hit TV show, “Touched By an Angel.”
“The Gift Of Being Different” by Monica Berg, inspired and co-created by Abigail Berg, and illustrated by Sonia Possentini | Kabbalah Centre PublishingImagine the possibilities for a child who believes their flaws are actually their superpowers? This is the idea behind this beautiful book that Monica Berg and her daughter, Abigail, were inspired to create. Rather than flounder after Abigail’s dyslexia diagnosis, the two decided instead to embrace the challenge, celebrate finding a different way to learn, and honor what makes each of us unique.Berg is an international speaker and a bestselling author. She co-hosts the “Spiritually Hungry” podcast with her husband, Michael.
“FITWAFFLE’S Baking It Easy” by Eloise Head | Weldon OwenThis book contains 100 delectable recipes—half of them with only three ingredients—that show how you can still indulge while maintaining a healthy and balanced diet. If ever there were proof that you can have your cake and eat it, too, this is it.Eloise Head is the founder of @Fitwaffle with 8.6 million followers on social.
Gifts for the book lovers on your list
You never have to sweat buying a gift for a friend or family member who’s an avid reader—a gift card to their favorite bookstore will alwaysput a smile on their face. But if you’re looking to really wow them this holiday season, here are some treats to pair with that gift card.FOR THE GO-GETTERBETTER EVERY DAY JOURNALInsideThenOut.com$39.95This self-improvement-focused journal offers a year’s worth of daily writing prompts to inspire personal growth, reflection, and most of all, self-love.
FOR THE BOOK CLUB HOSTESS WITH THE MOSTESSONCE UPON A BOOK CLUBOnceUponABookClub.com$49.99 PER MONTH, DISCOUNTED MULTI-MONTH BUNDLES AVAILABLEWhat’s better than a monthly book club for an avid reader? One that offers a little surprise at every plot twist and turn. Open up this monthly subscription box to find small treats to open at specific pages. It’s like the holiday gift that keeps on giving!
BOOK BADDIE T-SHIRTEtsy.com(WITTYWISEDESIGNS)$25.99Book lovers don’t always need a reminder that they’ve got it going on, but this t-shirt will remove any doubt from the equation.
BOOKISH STICKERSEtsy.com(BOOKBOSSACADEMY)$2.97These will be a hit for any bullet-journaling readers.
II’M WITH THE BANNED T-SHIRTEtsy.com(DAZZLETEEUS)$18+This top is perfect for readers for whom no play on words is prohibited.
FOR DECKING THE HALLSBOOK-THEMED ORNAMENTSOldWorldChristmas.com$21.99–$24.99Readers love books under the tree, but these gorgeous ornaments (they’re even more vibrant in person!) are well deserving of a spot on the tree.FOR YOUNG READERS“MY FRIENDS AND I” INTERACTIVE MEMORY BOOKLifeIsBetterWithFriends.com$21.95This illustrated memory book allows your favorite young reader to start writing, then pass the book along to their friends, who then get the chance to answer questions about their interests and hobbies. When the book makes its return to the owner, they will have a keepsake to treasure.
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