Gift Ideas for the Book Lover Who Has Everything

The Quest for the Impossible Gift

We all know one: the friend (or partner) whose shelves are already stacked high, who seems to own every book under the sun. What do you buy the book lover who has everything? Another bestseller? Nope - they’ve read it already. A book voucher? It's like you don't even know them.

Fear not, noble gifter, for there are treasures beyond the ordinary. From handbound tomes to enchanted notebooks, here are gift ideas worthy of even the most seasoned bibliophile.

1. A Handbound Classic Novel (Because Every Reader Deserves a Tome)

A paperback is fine. A hardback is better. But a handbound classic novel? That’s a treasure fit for a wizard’s library.

Each book is stitched and bound by hand, crafted here in the UK, and utterly unique.

Perfect for: birthdays, anniversaries, or as a show-stopping Christmas gift.

 

2. Handmade Notebooks (For the scribes!)

Not all readers are content just to read - some feel the urge to write. A handbound notebook makes a gift that’s both practical and inspiring.

Bound with the same care as a medieval scribe’s journal, these notebooks invite their owner to jot down spells, sketch maps, write poems, or simply keep track of shopping lists (but in in style).

Perfect for: writers, journallers, D&D dungeon masters, or anyone who still prefers ink to pixels (looking at you, Nans!)

3. A Handsewn Kindle Sleeve (Armour for Their Modern-Day Tome)

Yes, your bookish friend probably loves their Kindle. No, they don’t want it getting battered in their bag. A handsewn Kindle sleeve is the answer: protective, practical, and delightfully bookish.

Think of it as a knight’s armour for their electronic tome - stitched by hand, made to last, and stylish enough to make other commuters jealous.

Perfect for: the traveller, the commuter, or anyone who reads in bed until the early hours (so... all of us.)

4. Downloadable Typesets (For DIY Binders and Lovers of Calligraphy)

Here’s a gift idea they won’t see coming: printable typesets. With these, your book lover can create their own binds at home. It’s part DIY, part magic - and a wonderful way to make their personal library feel like it belongs in a fantasy tale.

Perfect for: stationery lovers, creative hobbyists, and anyone who still sighs over beautiful fonts.

5. Bookish Extras (Because It’s the Little Things)

If you want something smaller (or need to top up a larger gift), consider:

• Handcrafted bookmarks – because no true reader should ever use a receipt. Why not take a look at Etsy or your local craft market? Support a local business and shop small! Jeff's got enough money.
  
  

• Literary-themed candles – bring the scent of an old library into their home. There are loads of these to be found, in all manner of exciting smells. Delight the nose!
  
  

• Tea blends for readers – what’s reading without a good brew? It's a stereotype, sure, but it's also just...true. Get them a lovely mug, their favourite blend, and a good book and you're good to go!
  
  

While not all of these are made in our bindery, they pair perfectly with our handmade treasures.

 

Gifts as Unique as Their Bookshelves

The truth is, even the most well-stocked library can always use a little more magic. Whether it’s a handbound book, a notebook, a Kindle sleeve, or even a typeset for their next creation, the perfect gift isn’t just about adding another item to their shelves. It’s about giving them something that feels personal, thoughtful, and rare.

So next time you’re stuck wondering what to buy the book lover who has everything… remember: there’s always room in their heart (and on their desk) for a little handmade wonder.

Explore our collections of handbound classics, notebooks, and Kindle sleeves!