It's your best friend's birthday and you know one thing for sure: she loves to read. Books, bookmarks, a cozy reading nook and everything that goes with it. But what exactly do you get her? A book is always a good idea — until you realize you don't know which ones she's already read. Then what?
Fortunately, there are plenty of original birthday gifts for readers that are more personal, fun, and surprising than a random book. These are the 10 best ideas, for every budget.
Why a bookish gift works better than a book
The chance of choosing a book she already owns is high. A bookish accessory doesn't have that problem: it suits all books, all genres, and all reading moments. Personal, affordable, and always welcome.
10 original birthday gifts for a friend who loves to read
1. Blind Date Book — the most original book gift
A beautifully wrapped surprise book where the title and author remain hidden until she opens it. You choose the genre that suits her — romance, fantasy, thriller, spicy or Surprise Me — and the rest is a surprise. No risk of a book she already owns, but all the excitement of unwrapping.
Choose the edition that suits her:
- Blind Date Book Standard — choose the genre yourself
- Blind Date Book Love Edition — for the romance reader
- Blind Date Book Self Care Edition — for a cozy, emotional reading moment
- Blind Date Book Summer Edition — for the summer reader
🎁 Buy a Blind Date Book now
Beautifully wrapped and ready for gifting.
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2. Reading Log Book Tracker — €1.99
The most affordable gift on our list and at the same time very personal. Our Reading Log Book Tracker helps her keep track of which books she reads, when, and how she rates them. Printed on sturdy 300 gsm paper, available in Summer and Fantasy designs.
Perfect as a small extra gift alongside a Blind Date Book or bookmark.
📋 Buy the Reading Log Book Tracker now
→ Order for €1.99
3. Bookmark in her favorite genre
A bookmark is one of the most beloved small birthday gifts for readers. Our bookmarks are printed on luxurious 300 gsm linen paper with rounded corners and available in dozens of themes.
Choose based on her reading vibe:
- Fantasy bookmarks — for the ACOTAR and Fourth Wing fan
- Romance bookmarks — for the hopelessly romantic reader
- Coquette bookmarks — for the aesthetic girlie
- Spicy bookmarks — for those who like a bit more spice
- Sports romance bookmarks — for the Off Campus fan
- Coffee bookmarks — for the reader who always has a coffee by their side
- All bookmarks
🔖 Buy a bookmark now
→ View all bookmarks — from €3.99
4. Book Review Notepad — €7.99
For the friend who wants to capture her thoughts after every book. Our Book Review Notepad has 50 pages of 120 gsm paper with space for star ratings, favorite quotes, tropes, spice level, and personal notes. Available in Fantasy and Café designs.
✍️ Buy the Book Review Notepad now
→ Order for €7.99
5. Bookish Tote Bag — €14.99
For the friend who takes her books everywhere. Our cotton bookish tote bags come in multiple designs for €14.99 each:
- Enemies to Lovers Tote Bag — for the romance addict
- Romantasy Book Club Tote Bag — for the romantasy fan
- Book Lover Tote Bag — for the all-round book lover
- Briar University Tote Bag — for the Off Campus fan
👜 Buy a Bookish Tote Bag now
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6. Die-cut stickers — from €2.99
For the friend who loves to decorate her Kindle, laptop, or reading journal. Our die-cut stickers are printed on water-resistant matte vinyl in dozens of bookish themes.
✨ Buy bookish stickers now
→ View all stickers — from €2.99
7. Glass Can — for the perfect reading ritual
No reading moment is complete without a good drink. Our atmospheric glass can is perfect for coffee, tea, or matcha during a long reading session. Practical, beautiful, and usable every day.
🥤 Buy the Glass Can now
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8. Off Campus Hockey Bundle — for the ultimate fan
For the friend who loves Elle Kennedy's Off Campus series. The bundle includes 3 bookmarks of choice, a sticker sheet, and 12 die-cut stickers — all inspired by the world of Briar University.
🏒 Buy the Off Campus Hockey Bundle now
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9. Book Mail Club — the gift that keeps on giving every month
For the friend who deserves something to look forward to every month. With a subscription to our Book Mail Club, she receives an envelope full of bookish surprises every month: stickers, bookmarks, and more, delivered directly to her doorstep.
The birthday gift that keeps on giving all month long — long after the cake is gone.
💌 Buy a Book Mail Club subscription now
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10. Complete gift set — create your own
Want to really surprise her? Combine multiple products for a complete bookish birthday package. These are our favorite combinations:
For the romantasy fan:
Blind Date Book (Fantasy) + fantasy bookmark + Reading Log
For the romance reader:
Blind Date Book Love Edition + romance bookmark + Book Review Notepad
For the coquette reader:
Blind Date Book Love Edition + coquette bookmark + coquette stickers
For the spicy romance fan:
Blind Date Book (Spicy) + spicy bookmark + glass can
For the Off Campus fan:
Off Campus Hockey Bundle + Briar University Tote Bag
Gifts by budget
Small gift up to €10
Reading Log Book Tracker (€1.99) + loose bookmark (€3.99) + sticker (€2.99) = €8.97
Medium gift up to €20
Blind Date Book or Glass Can or Bookish Tote Bag
Larger gift up to €35
Blind Date Book + bookmark + Book Review Notepad or Off Campus Hockey Bundle + tote bag
The gift that keeps on giving
Book Mail Club — a surprise delivered to your doorstep every month
Tips for the perfect birthday gift for a reading friend
Don't know what genre she reads? Choose a Blind Date Book with "Surprise Me" as the genre option — then she can decide which direction she wants to go.
Want something very personal? Combine a bookmark in her favorite theme with matching stickers for a gift that is truly tailored to her.
Limited budget? A Reading Log (€1.99) or a loose bookmark is already a beautiful, personal gift that she will use regularly.
Want to surprise her with something that lasts? The Book Mail Club gives a reason to be happy every month — long after her birthday has passed.
Frequently asked questions about birthday gifts for reading friends
What is an original birthday gift for a friend who loves to read?
A Blind Date Book is currently the most original gift for readers: a wrapped surprise book where the genre is chosen but the title remains hidden. Combine it with a suitable bookmark for a complete and personal birthday gift.
What is a nice small birthday gift for a book lover under €10?
A Reading Log Book Tracker (€1.99), a loose bookmark (€3.99), or a die-cut sticker (€2.99) are ideal small birthday gifts. Combine them for a mini gift package under €10.
What do you give a friend who already has a lot of books?
Then a bookish accessory is the smartest choice: a bookmark, sticker, glass can, or Book Review Notepad always fits — no matter how many books she already has.
Is a Book Mail Club subscription a good birthday gift?
Absolutely. It's a gift that returns every month — perfect for a friend who deserves something fun to look forward to every month.
When should I order for a birthday?
Order well in advance to avoid disappointment. Keep an eye on our delivery times as the birthday approaches.
🎂 The perfect birthday gift for your reading friend
Blind Date Book • Reading Log (€1.99) • Bookmarks • Stickers • Book Mail Club
Happy gifting! 🎂📚