You might think at first that it would be hard to make birthday gift baskets as unique presents for avid readers. Don’t they just want books? Actually, you can do a wonderful gift basket that will treasured by your recipient. You could include a clip-on booklight or a selection of bookmarks. If you have artistic skills, a handmade bookmark would be treasured by your friend. Many people enjoy having a little something to eat while they read, so a mug, a small package of a great tea, hot chocolate, or coffee, and some cookies or other easily handled snacks will be welcome.
Perhaps your book lover likes to take notes or jot down titles of finished books—a pretty journal and pen would be a great addition. Book lovers are always looking for more great books, so you could include a book of book recommendations—Nancy Pearl has an excellent series. Of course, you’ll want to finish off your basket with a gift card to a local bookstore so the recipient has a new book to enjoy with all these goodies. Gift cards can often be bought at discounts or are given away free with other purchases. Your book-themed gift basket will be a big hit as a unique birth day present to the booklover!