Best Gifts for Book Lovers: Great Books and Bookish Gifts for Readers of All Ages

These decodable readers give new readers short, engaging stories that align with foundational phonics skills. Each book limits text to taught patterns so children can practice accurately and build confidence, with simple questions that support comprehension at the end.

They work well for independent reading, small-group practice, or take-home review, helping kids experience real success as skills grow.

A simple way to keep learning consistent between school and home. The Level One homework book reinforces the phonics skills taught at this stage and includes short practice that families can complete together without extra prep.

Use it to review core skills, support fluency, and give caregivers an easy window into what their child is learning.

This booklet offers illustrated passages organized by skill, so readers can focus on accuracy and speed one step at a time. The design encourages rereading and tracking progress, which helps move decoding toward smoother, more confident reading.

It pairs easily with any phonics practice, providing structured fluency work that is quick to use and simple to repeat.

The Bright Littles Conversation Bundle combines guided journals and conversation cards to help families talk about big topics in a friendly, age-appropriate way. Created with input from educators and a mom, it turns everyday moments like breakfast, car rides, and bedtime into simple prompts that build emotional awareness, empathy, and confidence.

Each themed journal includes kid-friendly activities, reflection pages, and parent tips, while the coordinating card deck offers quick questions on feelings, safety, kindness, community, nature, and our digital world. It is a screen-free, low-pressure way to practice listening, share values, and help kids find their voice at home or in the classroom.

Why is the sky blue? Why do we sleep? Why do we have belly buttons? The Britannica First Big Book of Why has the answers to all the questions kids can’t stop asking, presented in a colorful, engaging format that’s perfect for early elementary learners. Organized by themes like the human body, animals, and everyday life, this book combines clear explanations with eye-catching illustrations that invite curiosity and independent exploration. Whether it’s used as a bedtime read or a classroom resource, it’s a fantastic way to turn everyday wonder into lifelong learning.

Take a bite out of the animal kingdom with Open Wide, a fascinating look at the wild variety of mouths found in nature. From the serrated jaws of the great white shark to the miniature teeth of a garden snail, this book explores how animals use their mouths in surprising and sometimes downright unbelievable ways. Author and scientist Letizia Diamante uncovers the hidden functions of tongues, teeth, and even saliva, showing how different species eat, build, protect, and explore their world through this often-overlooked body part. With engaging illustrations and fun facts throughout, this book is perfect for curious kids who love animals and science, and it’s a fresh, exciting addition to any back-to-school bookshelf.

Sweet, simple, and beautifully inclusive, All About Me, by Us, invites kids to tell their story while celebrating every kind of family—blended, chosen, multigenerational, single-parent, adoptive, and beyond. Thoughtful prompts and open-ended spaces help little ones capture the people, places, and traditions that make their world feel like home, turning everyday moments into a keepsake they’ll love to revisit.

Use it as a gentle conversation starter at bedtime or over weekend cocoa—kids can draw, paste photos, and jot down memories in their own words. As the pages fill, it becomes a time capsule of inside jokes, favorite meals, and milestones that reflect who they are and who you are together—an easy, heartwarming way to nurture identity, gratitude, and belonging.

One of the most important things in our minds as parents, caregivers, or teachers of littles is how to help them grow and form good habits, to prepare them for adulthood one day. And self-regulation is a very good habit to have! But how do we help them form this good habit? In The Self-Regulation Workbook for 3-to-5-Year-Olds, we find that the biggest way of helping the little ones around us learn how to self-regulate is by playing!

In this book, we learn the importance of play in a child’s development and how we can use play to help them learn how to handle their emotions. This workbook contains activities, such as “Today’s Weather Report,” where we learn to help children identify what they are feeling, or “Stop and Smell the Cookies,” where we can guide children back from overstimulation and big feelings using the sense of smell. This short and simple book can make a lasting, positive impact on future generations…all while making it fun!

Poor little Jerboa was embarrassed about his little stinky toot. “I meant to keep that in.” But that’s when his friend Elephant was able to explain to him that Everybody Toots! Sure to delight kids of all ages, Everybody Toots! will have them giggling from cover to cover, as they get to see different animals, insects, reptiles, humans, and monsters all tooting their way through life. Kids will learn that tooting is normal and nothing to feel embarrassed about.

Alli Koch’s My Fancy Sticker Storybook: Fairies and Unicorns delivers exactly what young imaginations crave, with enough charm and thoughtful design to keep adults genuinely impressed. With over 500 reusable stickers, perforated sheets for easy removal, and a parade of fairies, unicorns, and tiny fashionable accessories, it’s part sticker book, part storytelling engine. Designed for ages 5 to 8, this 46-page activity book invites kids to mix, match, dress up, and dream up scenes that go far beyond basic sticker placement. They’re not just dressing dolls, they’re building tiny magical worlds, one sparkly crown at a time.

Koch’s signature hand-drawn illustrations add a polished, playful edge that keeps things visually appealing without turning into a glitter explosion. There’s enough structure to keep younger kids engaged and enough freedom to let their imaginations go wild. It makes a perfect gift or just a midweek lifesaver for parents in need of a quiet 20 minutes. If your kid loves fairies, unicorns, or simply rearranging accessories with dramatic flair, this one is a no-brainer.

The Unofficial Christmas Movie Coloring Book by Valentin Ramon is the perfect excuse to step away from the holiday chaos and zone out with your favorite classic films in coloring form. Packed with scenes from beloved holiday hits like Home Alone, A Christmas Story, Die Hard, and National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, this book blends nostalgic cheer with a much-needed dose of stress relief. It’s part festive celebration, part pop culture tribute, and entirely designed to give your colored pencils something to do while the cookies are baking.

Ideal for anyone who loves holiday movies but also needs a break from the endless to-do lists, this coloring book makes a great companion for cozy nights by the fire or low-key gatherings with friends. No matter if you’re into family-friendly snow scenes or chaotic skyscraper stunts, the mix of films covered offers something for every kind of Christmas fan.

The Bumbleberry Hollows Coloring Book by Faith Varvara invites readers into a fantastical world of whimsical dreamscapes and adorable chibi creatures. Featuring 24 unique illustrations, this book showcases beloved characters like Beetrice the Bee, Inkeri the Goat, Persimmon the Frog, and Juniper the Bat in cozy, magical settings. Each page offers a chance to relax, get creative, and explore the heartwarming charm of the Bumbleberry Hollows universe.

Designed for both kids and adults, the book is perfect for unwinding after work or enjoying a fun weekend activity. The illustrations are suited for markers, colored pencils, or gel pens, making it accessible for beginners as well as seasoned coloring fans. Ideal for gifting or quiet moments of creativity, this book offers a delightful escape into a kawaii fantasy world.

Told from a young daughter’s point of view, this story honors those who are protecting our country and their loved ones who are waiting for them patiently at home. With beautiful illustrations, children are transported into Sara’s world and invited to feel the nervousness, anticipation, and joy that she experiences on the day her daddy comes home after deployment.

Whether or not your child is in a military family, this story will captivate. Children who have experienced a deployed parent will resonate with Sara, and those who have not experienced this will empathize with the emotions that she and other children feel on the day they get to see their loved one again.

“Green Eggs and Ham” is a rhythmic, read-aloud romp in which Sam-I-Am pesters a skeptical companion to try a dish he’s already decided he hates. The text uses a tiny vocabulary and lively rhyme to build momentum—each new setting (house, box, train, boat) adds comic escalation while keeping the language simple enough for emerging readers to follow and repeat. Dr. Seuss’s elastic illustrations amplify the humor, turning a single joke into a chase that feels bigger and funnier with every page turn.

Beneath the silliness is a friendly nudge toward open-mindedness: you can’t know you dislike something until you give it a fair try. That message lands without scolding, making the book great for story time, classrooms, or any kid who’s wary of new foods (or new things in general). It’s playful, memorable, and—once the final bite is taken—surprisingly reassuring.

If you could escape real life and step into your own adventure every night, would you take the risk? That’s exactly what 13-year-old Ryan Rigbee does in The Hat Diaries, a fantasy series that blends real-life struggles like grief, friendship, and finding yourself with wild, dreamlike worlds full of danger and mystery. From The Secret Life of Ryan Rigbee to Discover the Portal, author Nadine Haruni pulls readers deeper into Ryan’s world, where every choice matters and courage is the only way forward. It’s fast-paced, heartfelt, and impossible to put down once you start.

The final book, Escape From the Adventure, cranks up the excitement as Ryan finds himself trapped in his last Adventure, and it’s up to his friends Violet and Merlo to bring him home. With unexpected twists, a creepy house full of secrets, and an emotional punch at the end, it’s the kind of story that stays with you long after the last page. Perfect for fans of Percy Jackson or Stranger Things, The Hat Diaries is the ultimate gift for any teen ready to get lost in a world of imagination, bravery, and heart.

HAVEN’T KILLED IN YEARS follows Gwen Tanner, once known as Marin, the daughter of a notorious serial killer who’s spent years trying to outrun her past. Her new life crashes back into chaos when a severed arm appears on her doorstep, accompanied by a chilling message from someone who knows her true identity.

Forced into the spotlight she’s avoided, Gwen plunges into the world of true-crime obsessives—some who idolize her father—and begins tracking a new killer before they expose her. Darkly funny, razor-sharp, and impossible to put down, this thriller explores the weight of legacy and what it takes to build a future when the past refuses to stay buried.

After decades in prison, former serial killer Carol is thrilled to swap her cramped cell for the luxury of her new retirement home, hoping to make friends, pick up a few murder-free hobbies, all while keeping her bloody past quiet.

That is, until a fellow resident, a former police commissioner, suddenly drops dead. With her real identity exposed and the sudden revelation that the retirement home is full of ex–law enforcement officers and government officials, who immediately assume she did it, Carol must clear her name for the first time in her life. Surrounded by people who’ve spent decades catching killers, she’s determined to prove she didn’t commit this murder, no matter how unlikely her innocence sounds.

When Tilly Nightingale gets a call saying there’s a birthday gift from her husband waiting at her local bookshop, she can hardly believe it. After all, Joe has been gone for months. At the shop, Alfie, the gentle, book-loving owner, explains the surprise: twelve carefully chosen books, one for each month of the year, each with a letter from Joe. It’s his final gift to her, a way of helping her turn the page on her first year without him.

At first, Tilly isn’t sure she has the strength to open a single cover. But Joe’s words, and the unexpected comfort of Alfie’s friendship, draw her back into the joy of reading, and slowly, back into life. Each book inspires her to step outside her grief and into new experiences, leading her on adventures she never imagined and connections she never expected. And as she begins sharing her journey with others, Tilly discovers something remarkable: her story of loss and hope is lighting the way for people everywhere. With every book, every conversation, and every small step forward, Tilly learns that even in heartbreak, a beautiful new chapter is always waiting to be written.

From the author of the national bestseller Daughters of Sparta comes an epic and vividly reimagined tale of Queen Dido, the fearless founder of Carthage. When the King of Tyre’s death leaves the throne to his two children, Elissa and her half-brother Pygmalion, the clever and strong-willed princess quickly discovers that wit and will alone cannot protect her from the ruthless games of power. Cast out by those who favor her pliable brother, Elissa must chart her own destiny, transforming from a displaced royal into a leader whose courage and vision will shape a legend.

As she leads her people across the seas to forge a new home, she becomes Dido—the wanderer—her name destined to echo through the ages. But when the exiled Trojan hero Aeneas appears at her gates, Dido’s heart is tested as never before. Torn between the demands of power and the pull of love, she faces a choice that will define her legacy and forever alter the fate of two great civilizations.

Love in Plane Sight by Lauren Connolly is a lighthearted, feel-good romantic comedy that takes readers on a swoony journey through unexpected love and second chances. Set against the charming backdrop of travel and close-quarters encounters, the story follows a charming fight instructor who also happens to be her brother’s best friend, whose chance meeting turns into something far more meaningful. With witty banter, relatable characters, and plenty of heart, Connolly delivers a warm, engaging romance about finding love when—and where—you least expect it.

The Bone Thief by Vanessa Lillie is a gripping mystery-thriller that follows Bureau of Indian Affairs archaeologist Syd Walker as she investigates a troubling pair of disappearances in a small Rhode Island town. When newly excavated skeletal remains vanish from a summer camp and a Native teenage girl goes missing with little attention from law enforcement, Syd’s search for answers draws her into the privileged world of the Founders Society—an elite group claiming ancestral rights to the land. As she uncovers hidden connections between these cases and a pattern of disappearances stretching back generations, Syd confronts powerful families and long-buried legacies of violence. The novel blends historical intrigue with contemporary suspense while exploring questions of heritage, power, and truth.

Half City by Kate Golden is an action-packed urban fantasy and romantasy that introduces readers to Harker Academy for Deviant Defense, a school where hunters learn to fight supernatural threats. The story follows 21-year-old Viv Abbot, a demon hunter struggling to balance her gritty day-to-day life with her double life hunting “deviants” after her father’s murder. When she’s invited to join the academy by the alluring reformed demon Reid Graveheart, Viv sees a chance to find belonging and maybe answers about her father’s death—but she also harbors a dangerous secret she can’t reveal. Filled with dark academia vibes, sizzling romance, and high stakes as Viv navigates trust, danger, and her own identity, Half City kicks off a thrilling new series.

The Somewhat Wicked Witch of Brigandale by C. M. Waggoner is a whimsical cozy fantasy that flips witch-tale tropes on their head. It follows Gretsella, a practical, no-nonsense witch happily dispensing herbs and running her life quietly—until a mysterious infant appears on her doorstep and becomes the son she never wanted but can’t help doting on. Eighteen years later, when woodland prophecies and scheming courtiers insist her likable (if somewhat clueless) son Bradley is the lost prince destined to rule, Gretsella sets out to sabotage his royal ambitions to protect the kingdom from chaos. Filled with humor, magic, and quirky characters, this story blends fairy-tale charm with witty fantasy adventure.

Thistlemarsh by Moorea Corrigan is an enchanting historical fantasy set in the aftermath of World War I, where faeries have been absent from the world for more than a century. The story follows Mouse Dunne, an impoverished orphan whose dreams of studying faerie lore were shattered by the war. When she unexpectedly inherits her family’s dilapidated Thistlemarsh Hall—a manor once blessed by the Faerie King—she must restore it within a month to claim the estate and secure her brother’s future. As she struggles against time and her own past, a mysterious and beguiling faerie offers to help…for a price. Filled with magic, romance, and the lingering effects of war, Thistlemarsh weaves a tale of hope, bargains, and the collision of mundane and mythic worlds.

Magic and Mischief at the Wayside Hotel by Elizabeth Everett is an enchanting romantic fantasy about unexpected magic and new beginnings. When the mystical Number Five Wayside Inn—a magical hotel that travels between worlds—gets stranded on a completely ordinary world, its manager Pax Nomen must figure out how to “reboot” the hotel and keep its magic alive. Meanwhile, single mom Josie LaChusia, struggling with debt and self-doubt, stumbles upon a mysterious apartment in a strange building filled with faeries, gargoyles, and a grumpy gnome. As Pax and Josie’s paths cross, they find that what each needs most—connection, hope, and a place to belong—might just be found in each other.

The Marriage Narrative by Claire Kann is a contemporary romance about Zinnia, an ambitious businesswoman who’s done with traditional dating and instead creates a bold “marriage-merger” proposal—a plan to meet someone, move in, and marry within thirty days. When she meets Jordan, a charming man with a secret tied to his family’s long-running reality TV show, they strike a mutually beneficial agreement: she gets the partner she’s seeking, and he navigates his own family’s publicity pressures. As they play the part of newlyweds under the glare of cameras and expectations, their staged relationship begins to blur into something real, forcing them to decide whether to keep their contract or embrace an unexpected love.

Witches of Dubious Origin by Jenn McKinlay is an enchanting cozy fantasy that follows Zoe Ziakas, a quiet New England librarian whose orderly life is turned upside down when a mysterious black grimoire arrives at her library—and seems to be calling to her. When she takes the book to the secretive Museum of Literature’s magical archives, she learns she’s the last descendant of a powerful line of witches and must decipher her family’s spell book while confronting the mystery of her mother’s and grandmother’s pasts. Along the way, Zoe faces undead Vikings, ghost pirates, and other magical mishaps, all with help from the eccentric museum staff and the annoyingly handsome containment specialist, Jasper Griffin. As danger, magic, and a touch of romance deepen, Zoe must decide if she’s ready to embrace her magical destiny.

And Now, Back to You by B.K. Borison is a cozy contemporary romance that puts an opposites-attract spin on the classic When Harry Met Sally-style love story. The novel follows rival meteorologists Jackson Clark, a routine-loving radio weatherman, and Delilah Stewart, a bold field reporter who thrives on unpredictability, as they’re forced to team up to cover a historic snowstorm. As they navigate forced proximity, professional challenges, and sizzling chemistry, what begins as grudging cooperation slowly blossoms into deep friendship—and possibly something more—as they discover there might be more to their connection than either expected.

The Bodyguard Affair by international bestselling author Amy Lea delivers all the nostalgic delight of early-aughts rom-coms—quirky heroine, guarded hero, and a scandal that begs for a happily-ever-after—wrapped in a modern, Canadian-politics-adjacent twist.

Andi Ziegler is a government staffer by day and a secret romance author by night until her steamiest book blows up and a compromising photo with the Prime Minister sends the tabloids into overdrive. Enter Nolan Crosby, the PM’s new bodyguard…and Andi’s almost one-night-stand from three years ago. To cool the rumor mill, the pair agrees to a summer of pretend dating. He’s back in town to help his mom transition to full-time care and does not want complications. She’s trying to protect her job and her pen name. But proximity, dry humor, and late-night debriefs have a way of turning fake feelings painfully real.

Seeing Other People by Emily Wibberley & Austin Siegemund-Broka is a tender paranormal romance about grief, moving on, and opening the door to new beginnings. Think ghostly hijinks meets home-reno healing: two people haunted by their exes find an unexpected connection while helping each other let go.

Morgan has a problem: the ghost of a guy she only dated once won’t stop interrupting her life. Zach isn’t thrilled about lingering, either, and he can’t remember how to move on. At a support group for “humans and their haunters,” Morgan meets Sawyer, a landscaper whose late fiancée still watches over the fixer-upper they planned to restore.

He’s not ready to say goodbye, but when her presence begins to fade, he decides to honor her last wishes by finishing the house. Morgan offers her green thumb skills to bring life to the property, and Sawyer helps Morgan uncover Zach’s past so he can finally find peace. As they navigate haunted rooms, unfinished business, and small, everyday joys, friendship blossoms into a soft, hopeful love.

Detective Leanne Everhart stomps into your holiday reading stack with exactly the kind of weary, desert-dusted determination we all feel by mid-December. In this gritty Texas-set thriller, she returns to her hometown and immediately gets pulled into a fresh murder that smells just a little too much like an old one the town keeps pretending is “handled.”

As Leanne uncovers a pattern of forgotten women and sloppy police work, the story swells into a tense, sand-bitten hunt for a serial killer who’s been getting away with it for decades. It’s atmospheric, sharp-edged, and perfect for anyone who prefers their seasonal reads served with tumbleweeds, corruption, and a heroine who refuses to let the past stay buried.

Rachel Linden’s latest novel is a delicious slice of feel‑good fiction. When online cooking sensation Jules Costa finds herself unable to finish her cookbook after a career‑shaking mistake, she flees to her grandmother’s olive farm on Lake Garda. There, she rediscovers her roots—both culinary and emotional—as she unlocks a magical family cookbook that dishes out one recipe at a time. Rich descriptions of Italian food, sun‑bathed landscapes, and Nonna Bruna’s endearing wisdom make the setting come alive, and the subtle touch of magical realism adds a sweet, whimsical flavor to the story’s protagonist

At its heart, the novel is about healing and reconnection. Jules’s return sparks the reappearance of Nicolo, the boy next door and her long‑lost first love, whose quiet, emotional presence deepens the romance. This is a comforting, uplifting summer read—perfect for anyone craving an Italian escape, a touch of sweetness, and a heroine who rediscovers the courage to bake her own destiny.

Such a Perfect Family slides into a holiday round-up with the energy of someone showing up to Christmas dinner with a smile… and several red flags tucked under their coat. Nalini Singh serves up a scorching thriller about Tavish Advani, a man trying to outrun a very messy past, only to have his brand-new fairy-tale marriage literally explode around him—coma, fire, billionaire in-laws, the whole nightmare stocking stuffer. As he digs through the ashes to prove he’s not the monster everyone assumes he is, the “perfect family” he married into starts looking more like a carefully lacquered nightmare.

It’s taut, twisty, and absolutely the thing to read when you need a break from all the forced cheer and want a reminder that at least your holiday drama doesn’t involve arson and a trail of dead exes.

Jessie Q. Sutanto, beloved for her laugh-out-loud mysteries and pulse-pounding thrillers, turns the page to something more intimate and soul-stirring in her newest novel, Next Time Will Be Our Turn. Known for hits like Dial A for Aunties and Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers—the latter of which just won the 2024 Edgar Award and is being developed by Warner Bros. with Oprah and Mindy Kaling producing—Sutanto now delivers her most personal story yet: a multigenerational queer love story that spans continents, cultures, and decades.

Izzy Chen feels like the odd one out in her Chinese Indonesian family, especially as they gather for an extravagant Lunar New Year celebration she’s been dreading. But when her poised grandmother, Magnolia Chen, arrives with a beautiful woman and kisses her in front of the entire family, it sends ripples through the room—and straight through Izzy’s guarded heart.

Later that night, Magnolia senses a reflection of her younger self in Izzy and decides to share a story long kept secret. She tells Izzy about her first love—a woman she met in 1990s Los Angeles—and the heartbreak and hope that followed. Through this revelation, both grandmother and granddaughter begin to reclaim their truths and their right to love openly.

When a shocking death rattles the quiet halls of a university science lab, Margaret Finch’s perfectly ordered world is thrown into chaos. Tall, solitary, and unapologetically precise, Margaret has always found comfort in routine: measuring her days by chores, charts, and the color of her cardigan. But when the authorities dismiss the tragedy as natural causes, her instinct for detail whispers a different story, that something sinister is growing beneath the surface.

Determined to uncover the truth, Margaret teams up with an enigmatic night custodian whose motives are as shadowy as the campus after dark. Together, they dig through layers of envy, ambition, and long-buried secrets that could destroy more than reputations. The Botanist’s Assistant blooms into a witty and suspenseful mystery, proof that even the most meticulous among us can find unexpected courage when the truth takes root.

Made You Look by Tanya Grant is what happens when Gossip Girl gets trapped with Bodies Bodies Bodies and someone starts picking off the guest list. In this razor-sharp Gen Z thriller, a curated crew of influencers heads to a luxury retreat in the Catskills for what’s supposed to be a clout-boosting content weekend. But when a freak snowstorm cuts the Wi-Fi and a killer shows up, it quickly turns into a locked-room mystery where followers can’t save you and every filtered persona starts to crack.

Tanya Grant’s debut doesn’t just dip into thriller territory; it skewers influencer culture while keeping the twists coming. With characters you’ll love to hate (and immediately suspect), this one explores the desperation behind staying relevant and the blurred line between what’s real and what’s just for show. When no one’s watching, who are you? And when everyone is, how far will you go to stay on top?

Bridgerton fans, look no further for your new book! Think Victorian London with a touch of Gilded New York with a healthy side of steamy romance. Hopeless romantic Eliza meets “The Duke” on a night she was just looking to escape, but once she meets Simon, she only knows she wants more.

Simon, who is not really a Duke, definitely not a gentleman, but in order to protect his secrets, he lets her in, hoping she doesn’t turn his heart as he shows her the dark side. Must add to your TBR pile immediately!

In How to Meet No One, introverts of the world get to follow along in a day in the life of another introvert, who is cute and squishy and purple. From waiting for coffee at the coffee shop and accidentally saying “YOU TOO!” at the incorrect time to finally making it back into bed at the end of the day, these cute drawings offer tips on how to survive each situation that could come up in the time between.

This book will make you or the introvert in your life laugh, all while being a reminder that it’s ok to not love social situations. Sometimes it’s funny, like saying to scream when you can’t think of something to say. And sometimes it’s pretty spot on in things, such as saying no to things, and looking after your inner self.

Some stories start as a spark, an idea that hits while reading to your kids, or a memory that deserves to live on paper. But turning that spark into a finished picture book? That’s where most people stop short. This guided Circa® workbook, created by author and publishing expert Kate Jerome, helps you take that dream off the “someday” list and onto the page.

It’s part practical guide, part creative companion; filled with prompts, tips, and structure that make writing feel joyful and achievable. Whether you’re sketching stories by the fireplace or gifting it to someone who’s always wanted to write, this is where imagination finally finds direction.

• 17 tabbed sections walk you step-by-step from your first idea to a polished manuscript.
• Kate Jerome’s advice, visuals, and encouragement bring the craft of storytelling to life.
• The foldout storyboard lets you map your book and visualize your scenes effortlessly.
• Add or move pages as your story evolves—just like your ideas do.
• Durable, beautifully designed, and ready to become part of your creative routine.

It’s for dreamers, parents, and storytellers who’ve always said, “One day, I’ll write that book.” Maybe this is the year they finally do.

We all have that story tucked in the back of our minds, the one we tell ourselves we’ll write someday. Between busy days and blank pages, though, it’s easy to lose momentum. The Writing a Novel Circa® Workbook by acclaimed instructor Sue Viders is designed to change that, helping you go from scattered notes to a fully realized story with confidence and flow.

This guided workbook turns the writing process into something approachable, even fun. With clear steps, creative exercises, and Levenger’s signature discbound flexibility, it keeps your ideas organized and your imagination open. Perfect for cozy fall writing sessions or as a gift for that friend who’s always had “write a novel” on their bucket list.

• Proven exercises help you choose a genre, build characters, and outline your story.
• Designed to be done in pencil so you can erase, rewrite, and evolve as inspiration strikes.
• Rearrange, expand, or add notes easily as your plot develops.
• Breezy, conversational tone makes the process less pressure, more fun..
• Keep all your brainstorming, research, and plot notes in one sleek, organized space.

A beautiful reminder that it’s never too late to start, and that every great novel begins with one brave page.

Y’all, this isn’t just a book—it’s a full-blown celebration of Southern living, bottled up and tied with a gingham bow. The Southerner’s Y’allmanac is part coffee-table showpiece, part go-to guide for every season, and entirely irresistible. With over 150 photos and illustrations, it dishes out recipes that make your kitchen smell like Sunday supper, tips that turn your porch into the envy of the neighborhood, and enough wit to keep you grinning like you just won the county fair.

Whether you’re born-and-raised Southern or just Southern-at-heart, this book delivers monograms, seersucker, Cheerwine ribs, and road-trip daydreams all in one charming package. It’s not just about tradition—it’s about savoring the good life, Southern-style, all year long. Pour yourself a tall glass of sweet tea and clear a spot on the coffee table, because this is one book you’ll keep coming back to again and again.

Some journals help you track what you’ve read—Oprah’s The Life You Want Book Lover’s Journal helps you feel it. Created by the editors of Oprah Daily, this beautifully bound linen hardcover offers more than just pages to fill. With 100 guided prompts, reflections, and quotes from Oprah herself, it’s designed to deepen your reading experience and help you remember not just what you read, but why it mattered.

Inside, you’ll find personal insights on every Oprah’s Book Club pick, curated quotes, dreamy photography, and practical tools for starting a book club or sparking deeper conversations. It’s part keepsake, part inspiration engine—and a perfect gift for anyone who thinks a good book is just the beginning of the story.

If your egg bite maker has been collecting dust on a shelf next to your long-forgotten spiralizer, Seriously Good Egg Bites is the kick it’s been waiting for. Marilyn Haugen serves up 75 creative, foolproof recipes that prove egg bites are way more than just a trendy Starbucks knockoff. From savory classics like Bacon and Cheddar to unexpected spins like Quick Huevos Rancheros and Smoked Salmon with Dill, this book transforms the humble egg into a culinary multitasker—think breakfast, lunch, snacks, even party-worthy appetizers.

With no need for preheating and a cleanup process that doesn’t require a full-blown kitchen meltdown, the egg bite maker becomes your new weekday MVP. Haugen makes the most of this small appliance’s steam-cooking magic, locking in flavor and fluffiness in every bite. No matter if you’re feeding kids, meal prepping for the week, or just trying to make something that isn’t toast again, this book brings the inspiration and makes it seriously easy.

Peloton star instructor Hannah Corbin brings her signature energy from the bike to the mat in Did You Stretch Tho, a stunning guidebook designed to help you move, breathe, and feel your best. Each beautifully designed card features Hannah demonstrating one of her favorite full-body stretches, so you can follow along wherever life takes you, whether that’s at your desk, in your living room, or post-workout.

With guided warm-ups, targeted stretch categories, and clear equipment tips, this set takes the guesswork out of recovery and self-care. From quick morning moves to longer, feel-good sessions, Did You Stretch Tho helps you shake off tension, boost flexibility, and bring a little joy back into every movement. Your body will thank you!

Menopause isn’t just a “her” problem—it’s an “us” situation, and The Menopause Decoder by Stormy Quinn gets that. This guide is for men who want to support their partners without sounding like they just Googled “how to deal with hormones.”

• Understand the transition: Breaks down what perimenopause and menopause really look like—physically, emotionally, hormonally.
• Decode her behavior: Explains why she might seem distant, irritable, or weepy (spoiler: it’s not about you… mostly).
• Communication that works: Covers what not to say, and how to actually be helpful in conversation.
• Support without fixing: Offers realistic ways to show up without falling into the classic “Mr. Fix-It” trap.
• Stay grounded together: Tips for managing your own emotions while navigating hers.

A smart, judgment-free guide for men who want to stay connected while everything’s changing.