Mother’s Day is almost here, so what better way to show the mothers in your life how much you appreciate their selflessness, love, and care than with adorable book-themed gifts and a must-read novel?
Here are some easy, breezy gift ideas for the mothers of the world:
1. Book-Scented Candles $18 Hearth & Hammer
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Ever wondered what your favorite stories smell like? Well, now you don’t have to! Hearth & Hammer offers a variety of scented candles based on famous pieces of literature, including The Green Light (a mix of ocean air, musk, and vanilla that encapsulates Gatsby’s infamous harbor), Walden Woods (a mix of fir, pine, and cedar that will transport you deep into the woods so you can feel like Henry David Thoreau himself), and more.
2. Adorable Book Mugs $16 Strand
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Nothing goes hand-in-hand with books quite like mugs do. Who doesn’t love a nice cup of tea or coffee while you deep-dive into the pages of a story? This specific mug can be found on the Strand website, along with more!
3. Classic Books Necklace $14 Etsy
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These necklaces are adorable, chic, and perfect for any book lover! Plus, you’re sure to find any book cover your heart desires!
4. Cravings: Recipes for All the Food You Want to Eat $17 Amazon
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Chrissy Teigen’s cookbook is perfect because it’s witty, easy-to-follow, and the recipes are incredible. Plus, who doesn’t love Chrissy Teigen? This cookbook is perfect for anyone!
5. Limelight by Amy Poeppel $24 Amazon
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This incredible, hilarious story centers on a mother-of-three who uproots her family from their small Dallas suburb all the way to New York City to accept a role on Broadway. It’s heartfelt, exciting, fun, and relatable!
6. Confessions of a Scary Mommy by Jill Smokler $11 Amazon
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This bold and brutally honest book shows a real look at motherhood, and all the unflattering moments it can entail!
7. Dark Matter by Blake Crouch $14 Amazon
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This suspenseful thriller centers around a professor who is knocked out and awakes within an alternate universe. It’s fast-paced, filled with twists and turns, and sure to make any reader want to keep reading to see what happens next!
8. The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah $12 Amazon
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This historical fiction describes the lives of two struggling to survive and resist the German occupation in France during World War II. It’s heartbreaking, stunningly beautiful, and a must-read.
9. Rules of Civility by Amor Towles $12 Amazon
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Set in New York City in 1937, this story centers around a twenty-five year old Katy Kontent as she falls for a wealthy banker and her life is propelled into a tailspin oh high society, jazz quartets, and everything you’d imagine Manhattan to be in the 30’s. This book will charm you and leave you wanting more!
10. Louisa May Alcott Quote $22 Etsy
She is too fond of books and it has turned her brain.
-Louisa May Alcott
This poster, handmade on foil paper, is absolutely stunning and would help to tie any home together!
11. Personalized Journal $35 Etsy
These ridiculously beautiful journals come personalized and make the perfect gift for the mom who loves to write!
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