It’s gift-giving season once again, and there’s nothing quite like seeing the look on a person’s face when they receive a gift they love. As book lovers can attest, books make great gifts. But what if the person you’re buying for isn’t a huge book person? Here are some ideas of newer titles to gift to the more selective readers in your life.
Easy Weeknight Dinners: 100 Fast, Flavor-Packed Meals for Busy People Who Still Want Something Good to Eat by Emily Weinstein
Take the stress out of weeknights with 100 easy, quick, and flavorful recipes from NYT Cooking.
It’s Tuesday, 4 p.m. What’s for dinner? For busy people who want something good to eat, culinary powerhouse New York Times Cooking makes meal planning easy, with thousands of recipes to explore in the app. In Easy Weeknight Dinners, editor in chief Emily Weinstein has curated some of the greatest hits—100 favorite dishes that you can make in as little as 10 minutes, from trusted writers Melissa Clark, Eric Kim, Yewande Komolafe, Ali Slagle, and more, served with mouth-watering photos and notes from the NYT Cooking community.
Organized by main ingredient, length of cooking time, and wow factor, you’ll find: truly fifteen-minute recipes, sheet-pan miracles for easy clean-up, minimum effort for maximum magic, and plate-licking sauces that steal the show. Whether you’re seeking a standout meal for one, crowd-pleasers for picky kids, or something special for company, Easy Weeknight Dinners offers versatile, flavor-packed meals for busy lives.
The Official Agatha Christie Puzzle Book: Put Your Detective Skills to the Ultimate Test
Can you work out whodunnit, with what and why, like Marple and Poirot? Put your armchair detective abilities to the ultimate test.
Welcome to Greenway, Agatha Christie’s beloved home in the English countryside. A place of rest and relaxation, it is also where she loves to read her latest mystery to guests. And on your visit to Greenway, a mystery is afoot. A body has been found and only you can solve the puzzle. Who is the victim and what has befallen them?
With the murderous culprit leaving behind the most perplexing puzzles to solve, clues are scattered throughout the house and grounds. With 100 puzzles to dive into, can you solve the mystery, following the trail in the home of the Queen of Crime?
Brush off your moustache, collect your knitting needles and put your little grey cells to good use with this puzzling series of events. From logic puzzles to choose your own adventure, from word searches and missing word games, immerse yourself in the world of Agatha Christie.
The Ultimate Fun Adult Activity Book: Logic Puzzles, Sudoku, Mazes, Word Searches, Crosswords, Acrostics, Coloring, and More! by Julie Demyanovich
Kick back, relax, and have fun with a variety of mind-stimulating puzzles and activities!
Tired of spending your downtime just scrolling on your phone? Pick up The Ultimate Fun Adult Activity Book and delight in puzzles and activities designed to entertain and engage your mind. Whether you’re in the mood to solve sudoku, crack crosswords, or relax with a coloring page, this book has what you’re looking for. And with the sheer variety of activities and games included, all crafted by an experienced puzzler, you might even discover a new puzzle obsession!
The Ultimate Fun Adult Activity Book is:
A one-stop shop of puzzles and activities. Try your hand at word searches, sudoku, spot the differences, logic puzzles, word pyramids, number brain games, acrostics, cryptograms, mazes, and coloring,
The perfect balance of fun and educational. With themes ranging from history and science to food and travel, you’re bound to learn something new—all while having fun.
Suitable for any skill level. These activities range from easy to more challenging, guaranteeing a good time for newbies and more seasoned puzzle-solvers.
An excellent gift and companion. Quality paper and printing make this perfect for any gifting occasion, and for lounging at home or taking it on the go.
USA National Parks: Lands of Wonder by DK Travel
The USA’s National Parks truly are places of wonder: staggering landscapes of jaw-dropping dimensions and incredible diversity where you can stand on the very edge of civilization. They are the earth’s breathing spaces, precious places to conserve nature and wildlife for future generations. Explore countless places to hike, camp, climb, swim, and paddle, where you and your family can create lifelong memories of freedom and wide-open spaces.
The book contains inspiring narratives reflecting the rich diversity and natural importance of the parks, including their role in conserving wildlife, their intricate ecosystems, and their importance as untamed yet accessible spaces where people love to escape and unwind.
In this book, you’ll discover:
- Beautiful photography and inspiring ideas – perfect for planning your next adventure
- 63 national parks in order of designation, showcasing what makes each one special
- Maps, facts and figures, things to do, and when and where to experience it at its best
The book considers the history of the national parks — the ideas behind their establishment, why they hold a special place in American culture, and why they’re more relevant than ever today. Celebrate the beauty, history, and cultural importance of America’s 63 national parks in this revised and updated edition, which features the newest national park, New River Gorge.
These are just a few ideas, but there are plenty of other books out there that are perfect for gifting. Often, the perfect gift book is one that best suits someone’s interests and hobbies. Is the person you’re buying for an adventurous explorer or love travel? Maybe they would enjoy a travel guide about their dream destination or a wildlife guide for their next hike. Are they a crafter? There are a wide variety of arts and crafts books about kitting, sewing, drawing, paper crafts, and everything in between. Photo books and coffee table books also have a selection that appeals to a wide range. You might also try books on gardening, interior design, songbooks, or collecting.
Or maybe they prefer books in audio format, listening while cleaning the house, riding in the car, completing a puzzle, or doing other audiobook-friendly activities. Most people know about Audible, Amazon’s digital audiobook service, but did you know there is an alternative option which also supports indie bookstores? Libro.fm makes it possible for you to buy digital audiobooks through your local bookstore. Choose the bookstore you’d like to support, and they will get a portion of every purchase you make. Libro.fm also has credit bundles you can gift to others to be used on titles that appeal to them.
Whatever someone’s interests, there is a perfect gift book out there for them!