8 Great Mother’s Day Gifts for Book Lovers (for all budgets!)

 
 

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Are you looking for the perfect thoughtful gift for mom for Mother's Day? Help her splurge and take care of herself by honouring her love for reading. Here are eight thoughtful and varied gift ideas for book lovers, perfect for every budget, and perfect to make her feel appreciated and loved.

eReader

Pink eReader, Kindle brand. Shows front and back.

We’ll start with a ‘wow’ gift! Although an eReader is a bit of a splurge, because eBooks are sooo much cheaper, it quickly pays for itself (in addition to making reading on the go much easier). The new Kindle Paperwhite is the hottest item right now but you can browse other brands and price points too.

Photo bookmark

Bookmark that looks like a strip of film with 5 images

Moms always carry photos of their loved ones on their phones or in their wallets, but why not help her carry them in her books too? You can get creative and customize a beautiful bookmark. It could be funny, commemorative or inspiring… whatever you think mom will most enjoy.

Bookish jewelry box

Box shaped like a book. Inside are compartments to store jewelry

Does mom need extra space to keep her jewelry organized? This charming book-shaped holder is a great way to keep jewelry organized while also making a cute display. You can pair it with a piece of bookish jewelry too.

Spring blossoms booknook

Alleyway book nook with spring blossoms

Is mom creative? This book nook is a great project that will bring fresh blooms and the spirit of spring indoors, adding a colourful touch to her bookcase (and a warm cozy glow in the evening).

Audible 30-day trial subscription

Is mom busy and always running around? Getting her a 30-day free trial membership to Audible would allow her to test out this service and see if she enjoys listening to audiobooks or podcasts on-the-go.

Bookish phone case

Why not treat Mom to a charming bookish phone case that’s equal parts practical and pretty? Perfect for the reader who always has a book nearby.

Bookish decoration

Faux stained glass suncatcher of three books, flowers and a mug

You could also surprise mom with this beautiful intricate spring suncatcher featuring three books, vibrant flowers, and a cozy cup of tea. This bookish decoration is perfect for bringing sunshine into a book-lover’s home.

Book holder & organizer

Wooden structure with a triangular stand to rest an open book, and space for glasses and a mug

Help mom keep her essentials within reach with a clever nightstand book holder. It has space for her glasses, mug, and of course, her current book!

Looking for something different? You can find other ideas by visiting our bookish merch page below. You can also pair your gift with a new release. Jump over to our 'Book Finder’ to find the perfect one!

 
 
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