Here are new books for gifts this year! I love to give and receive books!
Amazon Prime can be a great way to score last minute presents especially when they offer overnight delivery. Books are easy to wrap if you are giving them in person! Or you can have them directly sent to the recipient with a gift message.
Here are some books for the cook, decorator and travelers on your list. And there are even more books to love in my Amazon Shop.
Books For Any Cook
Dinner in One: Exceptional & Easy One-Pan Meals: A Cookbook by Melissa Clark
I love this book! I’ve made a few of the recipes like the chocolate torte and plan to make more.
“NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • 100 all-new super-simple and incredibly delicious one-pot, one-pan, one-sheet—one-everything!—recipes from the star food writer and bestselling author of Dinner in French.”
Trader Joe’s 5 Items or Less Cookbook by Anna Lisa
I love getting phone calls from my daughter when she is shopping in Trader Joe’s asking for inspiration. Well, this is a book for her (or anyone).
Anna Lisa is a busy mom of two. It includes recipes that use five ingredients or less from Trader Joe’s. You can follow her on Instagram: Trader Joes Five Items Or Less.
I saw that one reviewer said it helped her to stay focused in Trader Joe’s to not just buy things “willy nilly.” It would probably be a good idea to leave the book in the car for when you need it.
The Secret of Cooking: Recipes for an Easier Life in the Kitchen by Bee Wilson
I like the sound of this and it gets good reviews!
“The Secret of Cooking is packed with solutions for how to make life in the kitchen work better for you, whether you’re cooking for yourself or for a crowd.”
Books For Decorating Buffs
Sense of Place: Design Inspired by Where We Live by Caitlin Flemming and Julie Goeble
Both Annie and Cindy recommend this book. In fact, Cindy interviewed the authors here.
I asked for the book for Christmas.
The Joy of Home by Ashley Gilbreath
Here is another new book that I want to have!
“Interior designer Ashley Gilbreath’s fresh approach to Southern decorating is guided by her respect for family and tradition with an eye on practicality and warmheartedness.”
Travel – Coffee Table Books
Destination Books Published By Assouline
When I see these books published by Assouline in friends’ homes, I think “What a statement!” For around $100, they are not cheap but if you have someone that you know loves one of these places, it would be a thoughtful gift.
Amalfi Coast • Capri • Miami Beach • Gstaad • Ibiza • Tulum • Provence
Bookmark Gift Tags
Here is a sheet of bookmarks that you can print and cut out vertically. Tuck one in the book or on top of the gift. Link to print (these colors won’t use too much ink). I would use a little heavier card stock if you have it.
Those are new books for gifts this year! I hope I’ve given you some ideas.
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Jayne Wagner says
Love that pic of you! So adorable thanks for the suggestions…the TJ book is perfect for my friend, and I bought for myself since we happily live a 10 minute drive from our local Trader Joe’s. Enjoy your holidays!
Mary Ann Pickett says
Merry Christmas, Jayne!!
Valletta says
Excellent book suggestions, thank you!! We are at the stage where we only buy gifts for the next, younger generation and do a White Elephant exchange for everyone else and books are perfect for that. No one needs another Chia Pet!
Mary Ann Pickett says
Ha! That sounds like a good plan!
T J says
I’m loving the Mastering the Art of Table Setting – such beautiful settings! Thank you!
Mary Ann Pickett says
You are so sweet!! Thank you.
Wren says
Thank you for the suggestions, MaryAnn, I’m on the hunt for the perfect book for my daughter in law whose bday is 3 days after Christmas. I try keep that day for her separate from Christmas so that it’s not all rolled into one holiday.
Mary Ann Pickett says
Thanks, my daughter’s birthday is Dec. 30. Her Trader Joe’s book just came in the mail. I always use birthday wrap for her too