The Best Gifts for Book Lovers (2026): E-Readers, Handy Accessories, Book Sets

I love losing myself in a good book, and I’m not the only one. Finding great gifts for book lovers isn’t just about testing for the best e-reader (which we have!) or rounding up all the accessories worth adding to your Kindle (we’ve done that too), but rather it’s about setting up your favorite reader to keep enjoying stories.You can help them with anything from a new reading gadget or a handy accessory to cozy items to settle in for a nice, long reading session. After all, if there’s anything we’ve learned from the rise of #BookTok, it’s that there’s no lack of accessories and items that can make a reader happier than ever. Here are our favorite gifts for book lovers we’re shopping this season.Be sure also to check out our other buying guides, including Best Kindles, Best E-Readers, Best Kindle Accessories, and Best Digital Notebooks. If you’re on the hunt for more gifts, don’t miss the rest of our gift guides.Updated September 2026: This guide has been refreshed with current prices and gift ideas, including the PopSockets Dragon Sterling case, Lamicall tablet stands, Ikea Kajplats smart bulb, and two LED devices to use while you read.Featured GiftsOur Favorite Color E-ReaderKobo Libra ColourJump to reviewA Convenient StandLamicall Tablet Pillow Stand HolderJump to reviewGreat for AnnotatingBook TabsJump to reviewTo Nail the Reading MoodIkea Kajplats Smart Light BulbJump to reviewA New E-ReaderE-Reader AccessoriesAccessories for Physical Book ReadersBook BagsStickers, Journals, and Annotation ToolsReading VibesGorgeous Books and Box SetsBook SubscriptionsA New E-ReaderWhen I got back into reading, I fell in love with ebooks and getting free copies from the library that I would read on my Libby app. That year, for my birthday, I was gifted a Kindle from two different people, and I’ve never looked back. Whether they’re a new reader looking for a better way to read or one who’s complaining about how heavy their books are, an e-reader makes for a great solution (and you can still get those free library books on it!).KoboLibra ColourIf your giftee has an e-reader but wants the option to use color, the Kobo Libra Colour is the best option. It lets them use a range of colors as they read, and you can add on a stylus to turn it into a digital notebook. It’s got page-turner buttons, which are great and something you won’t find on Kindle.KoboClara ColourThis e-reader from Kobo is the same price as the Kindle Paperwhite, but it comes with a color screen. It’s a smaller 6-inch size like the base Kindle, and I love how lightweight it is to hold. It’s a great budget color e-reader if you don’t want the Libra’s stylus and notebook feature.AmazonKindle Paperwhite (2024, 12th Generation)If they don’t have a Kindle, the 12th-edition Paperwhite is our favorite one. It’s got a warm front light and great battery life, and it comes in a fun pink color. Upgrade to Signature for an auto-adjusting light and more storage (aka more books!).AmazonKindle Scribe (2nd Gen, 2024)The Kindle Scribe 2 is a great e-reader and digital notebook in one. It’s larger than the Libra Color, making it easy to write and draw on, but the downside is it doesn’t have a color screen. There’s a color model coming out this month, though, so keep an eye out to see if we recommend it in our Best Kindles guide.E-Reader AccessoriesFrom cute cases to handy straps that make reading easier, there’s no lack of fun options to add to a Kindle or other e-readers.PopSocketsKindle Paperwhite CasePopSockets has a really beautiful collection of Kindle cases that are not only easy on the eyes, but have a MagSafe ring so you can easily pop on a PopSockets grip. My current favorite is the Dragon Sterling design, which always gets me compliments when I’m reading on the go and makes for a great gift for a fantasy reader.SleepCoverThis handy case not only looks nice, but the lines on the cover actually allow it to fold and prop the Kobo up while you read it. So handy! It comes in cute colors and is available for multiple Kobo devices, including the Clara and Libra.PopSocketsHeart of Silver MagSafe PopGripThis is my favorite PopGrip. It’s big enough that my small hands can comfortably reach it on the 7-inch Paperwhite and Colorsoft, and it is both cool to the touch and to look at.StrapsicleE-Reader Hand StrapThese straps from Strapsicle make it really easy to hold up an e-reader. They’re easy to attach, and I even find that just using one of the two straps secures it. The limited-edition neon collection is super fun and worth shopping before it runs out.Other Reader GadgetsThere are lots of little gadgets that can improve your reading, and these are some of my favorites.WithItDuo Reading LightThis cute book light from WithIt shines an individual light on each half of the book, and the soft arms are easy to move around independently to point perfectly at each page. It has two levels of brightness to click through.KoboRemoteKobo has released its first-ever page-turner accessory, so you can click to turn the page without lifting a finger. I’m thrilled to finally see a page turner made by an e-reader brand, rather than crappy third-party options.LamicallTablet Pillow Stand HolderThis little pillow stand holder is super comfortable to set up in your lap with your e-reader; no wrist work required. I like pairing it with a remote so you don’t have to keep lifting a hand to turn the page, and the two compartments in the pillow are great for a cup of tea and a bagged snack.LamicallGooseneck iPad HolderIf your gift recipient wants their e-reader to float overhead with no base cushion, this is what you need to get them. Lamicall’s Gooseneck iPad Holder has a clamp base so they can attach it to a piece of furniture and let the e-reader hover overhead. I love it for reading in bed.Book BagsIf the book lover in your life is known for toting their e-reader or book of choice everywhere they go, here are some fun accessories for carrying them around (and for logging their thoughts as they read!).AmazonKindle Sling BagThis sleek bag is a great size for bringing your Kindle and a few other necessities without being too bulky. Made in collaboration with Gen Phoenix, the GRS-certified recycled leather exterior has a sturdy but smooth feel to it.New York Public LibraryLibrary Card Tote BagThis tote bag screams “I love books” in the best way possible. It’s a great size, with nice long straps that make it super comfortable to wear.Stickers, Journals, and Annotation ToolsWhether they’re looking to decorate their e-reader or the pages of their books, there’s a fun add-on here for every kind of reader.StrapsicleSweet StickersStrapsicle recently launched stickers, with both a sweet and spicy pack. It’s a nice-size set that could easily decorate multiple e-readers.PapierReading JournalIf your giftee is constantly crushing a new read, get them a journal to track everything they’ve read and how they liked it.Book TabsI don’t like primary colors while I annotate my books. This pack is similar to but much larger than a set I found at my local Daiso, and the pastel colors are much more pleasing on the eyes as I mark up my book pages.Passion PlannerPassion HighlightersI love these highlighters for my paper planners, and they’re a great option for readers who like to highlight passages. There’s a highlighter and pen end for each color if they like to underline.Reading VibesGifts for your loca l book lover don’t have to be books and book items. Help them set the mood while they read with these cozy gift ideas.Kajplats Smart Light BulbNothing ruins the mood of reading a good book like turning on The Big Light. Instead, my living room lamp has Ikea’s Matter-certified smart bulb in it so I can set the room to a cozy lighting temperature. Best paired with a cup of tea and a fireplace video on the TV.SonyWH-1000XM6Help them block out the world while they read (or take part in immersion reading, where you listen to the audiobook while you read the physical book at the same time) with our favorite noise-canceling headphones.Beautiful by Drew BarrymoreElectric KettleThey’ll need some hot water with that cup of tea, and this chic electric kettle is both stylish and affordable without slacking on performance.East ForkThe MugGive them a gorgeous mug to stay hydrated with their drink of choice while they read, whether that’s a nice cup of tea or a hot toddy.SharkCryoGlow LED Face MaskMultitask while you read with our favorite red-light therapy mask. This one from Shark has two main programs you can follow, plus the mask has cooling under-eye pads you can use with the LEDs or on their own to soothe your skin.HigherDoseRed Light HatLooking to revive your scalp instead of your face? I love wearing my HigherDose Red Light Hat around the house to help with my itchy scalp and patchy spots on my head, which are few and far between ever since getting hooked on this hat. My hair is thicker and better than ever, too, and make a great pick for anyone looking for help with hair regrowth.Gorgeous Books and Boxed SetsLooking to give the gift of a true book? These box sets and illustrated editions are worth collecting.Lord of the Rings Illustrated EditionsIf there’s a book I want to get my husband that he’s already read, it’s these beautiful illustrated editions of Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, and even The Silmarillion.One PieceMaybe they’ve been a One Piece fan for years. Maybe they’re a new fan after seeing the Netflix series. You can start their collection of the still-running manga or even give a couple of initial volumes to get them hooked on the original.Crescent City Boxed SetIf they’re fans of A Court of Thorns and Roses, it’s official: They’ll need to read Sarah J. Maas’ other series, Crescent City, to keep up with what happens in the next ACOTAR book. The first one is my favorite.Judy Blume Essentials (Boxed Set)by Judy BlumeThese are a great series of books if you’re shopping for an elementary reader or teenager. The books have held up, with Blume’s themes still resonating years later.Book SubscriptionsBuying a book for someone can be hard if you’re not sure what they’re into or what they’ve already read. But covering a few months of a subscription is the gift that gives over and over again.AudibleIf you know someone struggling with time to sit down and read, give them an Audible subscription so they can listen to books while they drive, do chores, work out, and so much more.Book of the MonthSubscriptionBook of the Month is a subscription for the reader who loves physical books. Every month, there are five to seven titles to choose from that ship right to your giftee’s door (they can skip months if nothing catches their eye).ParnassusSigned First Editions ClubFormer WIRED reviewer Adrienne So has subscribed for years (on and off) to Parnassus Signed First Editions, from novelist Ann Patchett’s store in Nashville, Tennessee. The books are mainly literary fiction, with occasional nonfiction. She said every book she’s gotten has been an absolute banger.Power up with unlimited access to WIRED. Get best-in-class reporting and exclusive subscriber content that's too important to ignore. 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