Greetings, Doomers! It’s that time of year again — time to start your holiday shopping!

My favorite gifts to give and receive are BOOKS, which is why my Holiday Gift Guides are always book-centric. Over the years, I’ve found that it’s great to bundle book gifts with related items, such as bookmarks, games, collectibles, and accessories. That’s why our holiday gift for books is now expanded to include other items that are also commonly found in bookstores, such as puzzles, games, tarot cards, coloring books, collectibles, and more. Therefore, for many of the listings, I also included links to related/similar items, some of which might be products released prior to 2024. These might be DVD/Blu-rays, action figures, housewares, and more.

So check out our expanded Holiday Gift Guide 2024: Books Edition for our favorite holiday gift picks for the readers in your life.

BOOKS: MOVIE/TV TIE-INS & DELUXE EDITIONS

Wicked: Deluxe Edition
The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West
Deluxe Edition Hardcover
ALSO: Standard Edition Movie Tie-In Paperback | Standard Edition Movie Tie-In Paperback | Kindle Edition | Audiobook
By Gregory Maguire
Publisher: William Morrow

One of the most anticipated films of 2024 is undoubtedly Wicked, Part One of the big-screen adaptation of the hit Broadway musical, which is based on the 1995 book by Gregory Maguire inspired by The Wizard Of Oz. Now, there’s a new Deluxe Edition hardcover of the book that has green sprayed edges, Oz map endpapers, a black ribbon bookmark, and a foil-stamped cover. There’s tons of movie collaborations everywhere you look (seriously, this is some crazy marketing), from clothes, hair accessories, perfumes, candles, and makeup to collectibles, jewelry, home goods, and more. CONAIR even has Glinda and Elphaba Hair Dryers! If you’re looking for gifts for the Wicked fans in your life, this is going to be real easy for you!

Similar/related gift ideas:

– Funko Pop! Movies: Wicked: Elphaba (Glitter)
– Funko Pop! Movies: Wicked: Glinda in Bubble Gown
– Funko Pop! Movies: Wicked: Glinda in Bubble Gown
– LEGO Wicked Welcome to Emerald City Building Toy
– Monopoly Wicked Edition Board Game
– Spin Master Games: Wicked The Game
– Wicked: The Story of Oz & the Wonderful Wizard: Replica Pop-Up
– Mattel Universal Wicked Deluxe Glinda Fashion Doll & Accessories
– Elphaba Glinda Beaded Friendship Bracelets
– Wicked: Defying Gravity: The Illustrated Lyrics
– Wet Brush Detangler Hair Brush: Wicked: Emerald City & Glinda
– CONAIR Hair Dryer with Diffuser: Glinda & Elphaba
– Little Golden Book: Wicked: Elphaba & Glinda

Wednesday: A Novelization of Season One
Hardcover | Kindle Edition | Audiobook
By Tehlor Kay Mejia
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers

It’s been 2 year’s since the premiere of debut season of Wednesday of Wednesday, the hit Netflix streaming series directed by Tim Burton (Beetlejuice, Edward Scissorhands) and starring Jenna Ortega as the title misfit of Addams Family fame. Thankfully, Season 2 is expected to launch in 2025 and there’s a lot of new Wednesday merch that will make great gifts for fans of the series. Along with the DVD or Blu-ray of Season 1, there’s also a new novelization of the full season as well. This one got a big thumbs up from me, so I highly recommend it! See just below for more Wednesdays gift ideas; there’s also more picks in the COLORING BOOKS and MISC sections later in this Gift Guide.

Similar/related gift ideas:

– I Am Wednesday: Little Golden Book Series (Illustrated)
– 2025 Wednesday Wall Calendar
– Wednesday Window Moodlight with Multi-Modes
– Wednesday Nightshade Society Celestial Logo T-Shirt
– Funko Pop! TV: Wednesday – Wednesday Addams
– Funko Pop! TV: Wednesday – Rave’n: Wednesday Addams
– Monster High Wednesday Doll: Nevermore Academy Uniform with Thing
– Monster High Wednesday Doll, Rave’N Wednesday
– Wednesday: The Complete First Season Blu-Ray

Batman: Resurrection
Hardcover | Kindle Edition | Audiobook
By John Jackson Miller
Publisher: Random House Worlds

I think we all know that Batman never goes out of style. Now that Tim Burton’s 1989 big-screen favorite Batman just celebrated its 35th anniversary, there’s a new novel from that universe that’s a direct sequel: Batman: Resurrection. Fans of the Burton films are going to definitely want to delve back into his dark universe with new book.

Similar/related gift ideas:

– Funko Pop! Movies: Batman’s 85th Anniversary – Batman
– Funko Pop! Movies: Batman’s 85th Anniversary – Vicki Vale
– Funko Pop! Movies: Batman’s 85th Anniversary – The Joker
– Batman (1989) Blu-ray
– McFarlane Toys: DC Multiverse The Penguin The Batman Movie 7″ Action Figure with Accessories
– McFarlane Toys: DC Multiverse The Penguin The Batman Movie 7″ Action Figure with Accessories

Stranger Things: The Dustin Experiment
Hardcover| Kindle Edition | Audiobook
By J.L. D’Amato
Publisher: Random House Worlds

Another Netflix favorite, Stranger Things, will return for its highly anticipated final season in 2025. The franchise has released a slew of tie-in novels and comic books, including this year’s The Dustin Experiment novel, as well as the Eddie Munson-centric Flight of Icarus novel (out this year in paperback) that will make great gifts for fans.

Similar/related gift ideas:

– Stranger Things: Flight of Icarus tie-in novel
– Stranger Things: Demogorgon Soft Plush 9″
– Stranger Things: Demogorgon Figure Calendar
– Stranger Things Christmas Hellfire Club Holiday Sweater T-Shirt
– Funko POP! Hallmark Christmas Ornament: Stranger Things Eddie Playing Guitar
– Funko Pop! TV: Stranger Things – Hunter Eddie Munson
– Funko Pop! TV: Stranger Things – Hunter Dustin
– Stranger Things Lamp (4 Lighting Modes)
– Stranger Things Hawkins High Hellfire Club Coffee Mug

Marvel: What If… Wanda Maximoff and Peter Parker Were Siblings?
Book 2: A Scarlet Witch & Spider-Man Story
Hardcover | Kindle Edition | Audiobook
By Seanan McGuire
Publisher: Random House Worlds

“What If” stories are always such fun, as it allows creators to deviate from established canon to explore what might have or could have been. In this new installment of the Marvel book series, Wanda Maximoff — better known to general audiences as Scarlet Witch of TV’s WandaVision — is adopted into Aunt May and Uncle Ben’s family, with Peter Parker aka Spider-Man as her brother! Though Scarlet Witch was part of several Marvel movie ensembles, the WandaVision streaming series really honed in on the character, so this book would be great for those who miss seeing her on screen and for those enjoying the new WandaVision spin-off streaming series, Agatha All Along. You can match this book together with a variety of other items related to Scarlet Witch, Spider-Man, WandaVision, and Agatha All Along, as well as other Marvel WHAT IF books in the series.

Similar/related gift ideas:

– Marvel: What If…Loki Was Worthy? (A Loki & Valkyrie Story)
– Marvel: What If…Marc Spector Was Host to Venom? (A Moon Knight & Venom Story)
– Funko Pop! Marvel: WandaVision – The Scarlet Witch?
– Hasbro Marvel Legends: Scarlet Witch: Doctor Strange in The Multiverse of Madness?
– Funko Pop! TV: Meme – Agatha Harkness?
– Funko POP Pop! Marvel: WandaVision – Agatha Harkness?
– Agatha Harkness: The Saga Of The Salem Witch (Graphic Novel)
– Spider-Man Wireless Earbuds with Charging Case
– Wanda Scarlet Witch Reusable Grocery Bag?

The Art and Soul of Dune: Part Two
Hardcover | Kindle Edition
By Tanya Lapointe & Stefanie Broos
Publisher: Insight Editions

Go behind the scenes of the art and creation of Dune: Part Two, the epic sequel by director Denis Villeneuve and starring Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, and Austin Butler. This new oversized hardcover contains images and designs for the film, as well as interviews with the cast and crew.

Similar/related gift ideas:

– The Art and Soul of Dune: Part One
– Dune: Exposures
– Dune: House of Atreides Hardcover Journal

Star Wars Insider Presents The Original Trilogy Box Set
Hardcover
Publisher: Titan Books

This one is an obvious must-have for fans of the original Star Wars trilogy. This deluxe box set includes 3 hardcover illustrated editions of the MAKING-OF the original trilogy — A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi — and features early script ideas and concept art, costume designs, rarely seen photography and art, and vintage interviews with stars Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, and Carrie Fisher, as well as three exclusive art cards.

Similar/related gift ideas:

– Star Wars Encyclopedia: The Comprehensive Guide to the Star Wars Galaxy
– Star Wars Bestiary, Vol. 1: Creatures of the Galaxy
– Star Wars: The Complete Saga (9-Disc Collection) [Blu-ray]
– LEGO Star Wars R2-D2 Brick Built Droid Figure
– STAR WARS The Black Series Darth Vader (Infinities) 6-Inch Action Figure
– Star Wars The Black Series Holocomm Collection Darth Vader, Collectible 6 Inch Action Figure with Light-Up Holopuck
– Star Wars: The Mandalorian with Grogu
– Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back Luke Skywalker Toy (The Black Series)

BOOKS: FICTION NOVELS

Stephen King Novels: Retro Cover Re-Releases
Trade Paperback Editions with new retro-style covers
– Pet Sematary | Christine | Cujo
Publisher: Scribner

This year, Scribner re-released another wave of classic Stephen King novels in a new trade paperback size with retro-style covers! This time around, there’s Christine, Cujo, and the must-have Pet Sematary (the new “old” style cover for this is fantastic!!!).

Similar/related gift ideas:

– The Shining (Retro Cover Re-Release)
– Salem’s Lot (Retro Cover Re-Release)
– The Dead Zone (45th Anniversary Edition MMP)
– The Talisman (40th Anniversary Edition MMP)
– Holly: Hardcover | Paperback | Kindle Edition | Audiobook
– You Like It Darker: Stories: Hardcover | Kindle Edition | Audiobook

The Legend of Drizzt: The Dark Eft Trilogy
Dungeons & Dragons: The Legend of Drizzt Books 1-3 (New Paperback Editions)
Book 1: Homeland | Book 2: Exile | Book 3: Sojourn
By R. A. Salvatore
Publisher: Random House Worlds

Here’s another classic novel series that got a revamping this year – the acclaimed fantasy books of the The Dark Eft Trilogy by R. A. Salvatore featuring fan favorite Drizzt Do’Urden. The first three books in the The Legend of Drizzt D&D series are now in trade paperback with all new covers.

More new trade paperback re-releases in this series:

– The Crystal Shard: Book 1: The Icewind Dale Trilogy (The Legend of Drizzt)
– Streams of Silver: Book 2: The Icewind Dale Trilogy (The Legend of Drizzt)
– The Halfling’s Gem: Book 3: The Icewind Dale Trilogy (The Legend of Drizzt)

Similar/related gift ideas:

– Dungeons & Dragons: The Legend of Drizzt Visual Dictionary
– Dungeons & Dragons: Legend of Drizzt Board Game
– Dungeons & Dragons: Drizzt Do’Urden Modern Icons Statue

The Hitchcock Hotel
Hardcover | Kindle | Audiobook
By Stephanie Wrobel
Publisher: Berkley

An imitate reunion of former college friends at a secluded Hitchcock-themed hotel leads to a deadly weekend in The Hitchcock Hotel by Stephanie Wrobel. This one was a favorite of mine this year, and was a great way to delve back into the world of director Alfred Hitchcock.

Similar/related gift ideas:

– Alfred Hitchcock: The Iconic Film Collection – Limited Edition 4K Ultra HD
– Alfred Hitchcock: The Ultimate Collection (Blu-ray)
– Psycho (Blu-ray)
– The Birds (Blu-ray)
– Vertigo (Blu-ray)

The Bright Sword
A Novel of King Arthur
Hardcover | Paperback | Kindle Edition | Audiobook
By Lev Grossman
Publisher: Viking Press
Release Date: July 16, 2024

Best known for his Magicians book series, best-selling author Lev Grossman now explores the world of King Arthur with his new novel, The Bright Sword, a not-so-serious take on the legend where the leftover oddballs must rebuild Camelot and discover what happened to Arthur.

Similar/related gift ideas:

– The Magicians Trilogy Boxed Set
– The Magicians (Book 1: The Magicians)
– The Magician King (Book 2: The Magicians)
– The Magician’s Land (Book 3: The Magicians)

The Mercy of Gods
Book 1: The Captive’s War
Hardcover | Kindle Edition | Audiobook
By James S.A. Corey
Publisher: Orbit
Release Date: August 6, 2024

From the bestselling author of the popular The Expanse series comes an ambitious new scifi epic with The Mercy of Gods, the first book in a new series, The Captive’s War.

Similar/related gift ideas:

– Leviathan Wakes (The Expanse Book 1)
– Caliban’s War (The Expanse Book 2)
– Abaddon’s Gate (The Expanse Book 3)
– The Expanse: Complete Television Series Seasons 1-6 DVD

QUICK PICKS – BOOKS: FICTION NOVELS

There were so many good novels released this year, many of which I got to read, review, and recommend! Some of them were even gifts I received this year. Here’s a quick list of some of my favorites that I think will make terrific gifts for the readers in your life.

So Thirsty
Hardcover | Kindle Edition | Audiobook
By Rachel Harrison
Publisher: Berkley

The Coven: Special Edition
Book 1: Coven of Bones – Hardcover Special Edition
Hardcover Standard Edition | Kindle Edition | Audiobook
By Harper L. Woods
Publisher: Tor Books

Old Man’s War
Book 1: Trade Paperback Re-release
Paperback | Kindle Edition | Audiobook
By John Scalzi
Publisher: Tor Books

Exodus: The Archimedes Engine
Hardcover | Kindle Edition | Audiobook
By Peter F. Hamilton
Publisher: Random House Worlds

The Mantis
Hardcover | Paperback | Kindle | Audiobook
By Kotaro Isaka
Publisher: Overlook Press

Harlan Ellison: Greatest Hits
(Herald Classics)
Paperback | Kindle Edition | Audiobook
By Harlan Ellison
Publisher: Union Square & Co.

The Examiner: A Novel
Hardcover | Paperback | Kindle Edition | Audiobook
By Janice Hallett
Publisher: Atria Books

The Mysterious Case of the Alperton Angels: A Novel
Hardcover | Paperback | Kindle | Audiobook
By Janice Hallett
Publisher: Atria Books

Legends & Lattes: Deluxe Edition
Book 1: Legends & Lattes
Hardcover Deluxe Edition | Paperback | Kindle Edition | Audiobook
By Travis Baldree
Publisher: Tor Books

Red Side Story
Book 2: Shades of Grey
Hardcover | Kindle Edition | Audiobook
By Jasper Fforde
Publisher: Soho Press

How to Sell a Haunted House
Hardcover | Paperback | Kindle Edition | Audiobook
By Grady Hendrix
Publisher: Berkley

The Haunting of Moscow House
Hardcover | Kindle Edition | Audiobook
By Olesya Salnikova
Publisher: Berkley

A Haunting in the Arctic
Hardcover | Paperback | Kindle Edition | Audiobook
By C. J. Cooke
Publisher: Berkley

The Book of Witching
Paperback | Kindle Edition | Audiobook
By C. J. Cooke
Publisher: Berkley

The Olympian Affair
Book 2: The Cinder Spires
Hardcover | Paperback | Kindle | Audiobook
By Jim Butcher
Publisher: Ace Books

The Valkyrie
Hardcover | Paperback | Kindle Edition | Audiobook
By Kate Heartfield
Publisher: Harper Voyager

The House That Horror Built
Paperback | Kindle Edition | Audiobook
By Christina Henry
Publisher: Berkley

The Z Word
Paperback | Kindle Edition | Audiobook
By Lindsay King-Miller
Publisher: Quirk Books

Three Kinds of Lucky
Book 1: The Shadow Age
Hardcover | Kindle Edition | Audiobook
By Kim Harrison
Publisher: Ace Books

Wind and Truth
Book 5: The Stormlight Archive
Hardcover | Kindle Edition | Audiobook
By Brandon Sanderson
Publisher: Tor Books

The Unmothers
Paperback | Kindle Edition | Audiobook
By Leslie J. Anderson
Publisher: Quirk Books

What Kind of Mother
Hardcover | Paperback | Kindle | Audiobook
By Clay McLeod Chapman
Publisher: Quirk Books

BOOKS: NON-FICTION / EDUCATIONAL

Educational gifts can be fun to give too, so here’s a few quick picks in non-fiction, science, nature, geography, and more.

Cult Following
The Extreme Sects That Capture Our Imaginations—and Take Over Our Lives
Hardcover | Kindle Edition | Audiobook
By J. W. Ocker | Publisher: Quirk Books

In his previous books, J. W. Ocker has explored cryptids, cursed objects, and Edgar Allan Poe, as well as the weird history of popular locations like New York and New England. Now, the author is tackling cults such as the Branch Davidians and Heaven’s Gate in his latest effort, Cult Following. This book couldn’t have come at a better time, so maybe gift this to those friends and family members who have clearly drank the Kool Aid; perhaps it will be an eye-opener.

Similar/related gift ideas (more books by J. W. Ocker):

– The United States of Cryptids: A Tour of American Myths and Monsters
– Cursed Objects: Strange but True Stories of the World’s Most Infamous Items
– Poe-Land: The Hallowed Haunts of Edgar Allan Poe
– A Season with the Witch: The Magic and Mayhem of Halloween in Salem, Massachusetts

Sightseeing With Aliens
Book 3: A Totally Factual Field Guide to the Supernatural
Paperback | Kindle
By Insha Fitzpatrick
Publisher: Quirk Books

First we were hanging with vampires, then chilling with ghosts, now, it’s time to sightsee with the aliens inSightseeing With Aliens, the latest installment in the Quirk Books series A Totally Factual Field Guide to the Supernatural. This is a super-fun take on the supernatural, complete with illustrations. Adults will dig it, but also what’s great is that it’s appropriate for kids ages 8 – 12 years, so get the little ones involved in the conspiracies while they’re young!

Similar/related gift ideas:

– Hanging With Vampires: A Totally Factual Field Guide to the Supernatural
– Chilling With Ghosts: A Totally Factual Field Guide to the Supernatural
– We Are Not Alone: The Extraordinary History of UFOs and Aliens Invading Our Hopes, Fears, and Fantasies

Subpar Planet
The World’s Most Celebrated Landmarks and Their Most Disappointed Visitors
Hardcover | Kindle Edition | Audiobook
By Amber Share
Publisher: Plume

Several years ago, graphic designer Amber Share decided to start creating artwork based on 1-star Yelp reviews for America’s National Park. The result was an insanely hilarious, yet beautiful collection of prints and postcards, that eventually became the book Subpar Parks. (My favorite print — which I have framed and displayed in my living room — is for the Grand Canyon, where the disappointed reviewer said it was just “A hole. A very, very large hole.”) Now, Share is branching out to landmarks across the world in her new book, Subpar Planet, which features artwork based on Eiffel Tower, the Taj Mahal, the Sahara, and much more. Humorous and delightful! Gift this together with Subpar Parks and its postcards set.

Similar/related gift ideas:

– Subpar Parks: America’s Most Extraordinary National Parks and Their Least Impressed Visitors
– Subpar Parks Postcards: Celebrating America’s Most Extraordinary National Parks and Their Least Impressed Visitors
– 63 National Parks Illustrated Updated Edition

Taylor Swift by the Book
The Literature Behind the Lyrics, from Fairy Tales to Tortured Poets
Hardcover | Kindle Edition | Audiobook
By Rachel Feder & Tiffany Tatreau
Publisher: Quirk Books

I have to include this new Taylor Swift-inspired book from Quirk because my daughter is a Swiftie and she frequently sends me memes with Swift lyrics to express how she’s feeling at the moment. The illustrated Taylor Swift by the Book explores the hit songwriter’s lyrics as they relate literature and history, such as Great Gatsby, Oscar Wilde, fairy tales, Brontë sisters, and more. Clearly, this makes a great gift for Swifties and even for their parents, who like me who want to connect more with their Taylor-obsessed kids.

Similar/related gift ideas:

– Taylor Swift: The Tortured Poets Department Deluxe Version Audio CD
– The Tortured Poets Diary: 110 Pages of Beautiful Flower Border-Edged Pages
– Taylor Swift: A Little Golden Book Biography (Illustrated)
– The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald (Paperback)
– Grimm’s Fairy Tales – Illustrated (Hardcover)

QUICK PICKS – BOOKS: NON-FICTION / EDUCATIONAL

Rebel Girl
My Life as a Feminist Punk
Hardcover | Kindle | Audiobook
By Kathleen Hanna
Publisher: Ecco

Knife
Meditations After an Attempted Murder
Hardcover | Kindle | Audiobook
By Salman Rushdie
Publisher: Random House

What Have We Here?
Portraits of a Life
Hardcover | Kindle | Audiobook
By Billy Dee Williams
Publisher: Knopf

Under A Rock: A Memoir
Hardcover | Kindle | Audiobook
By Chris Stein; Introduction by Debbie Harry
Publisher: St. Martin’s Press

The Most Human
Reconciling with My Father, Leonard Nimoy
Hardcover | Kindle | Audiobook
By Adam Nimoy
Publisher: Chicago Review Press

The Theatrical Adventures of Edward Gorey
Rare Drawings, Scripts, and Stories
Hardcover | Kindle
By Carol Verburg
Publisher: Chronicle Books

Footnotes from the Most Fascinating Museums
Stories and Memorable Moments from People Who Love Museums
Hardcover | Kindle
By Bob Eckstein
Publisher: Princeton Architectural Press

GRAPHIC NOVELS

DUNE: The Graphic Novel
Book 3: The Prophet
Hardcover | Kindle Edition
By Brian Herbert (Author), Kevin J. Anderson (Author), Frank Herbert (Author), Raúl Allén (Illustrator), Patricia Martín (Illustrator)
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams

Similar/related gift ideas:

– Dune: The Graphic Novel Book 1
Deluxe Edition | Hardcover | Kindle Edition
– Dune: The Graphic Novel Book 2
Hardcover | Kindle Edition

Final Cut
Hardcover (Graphic Novel)
By Charles Burns
Publisher: Pantheon
Release Date: September 24, 2024

Similar/related gift ideas (other books by the author):

– Black Hole
– The Hive
– X’ed Out
– Sugar Skull

Zodiac: A Graphic Memoir
Hardcover (Graphic Novel) | Paperback | Kindle Edition
By Ai Weiwei (Author), Elettra Stamboulis Gianluca Costantini (Illustrator)
Publisher: Ten Speed Graphic
Release Date: January 30, 2024

Similar/related gift ideas:

– 1000 Years of Joys and Sorrows: A Memoir
– Ai Weiwei (TASCHEN)

QUICK PICKS – GRAPHIC NOVELS

Agatha Harkness: The Saga Of The Salem Witch
Paperback
By Stan Lee, Jack Kirby, et al.
Publisher: Marvel Universe

Ultimate Spider-Man Vol. 1 Married With Children
Paperback
By Jonathan Hickman and Marco Checchetto
Publisher: Marvel Universe

Avengers: Twilight
Paperback
By Chip Zdarsky , Daniel Acuna, et al.
Publisher: Marvel Universe

Memetic: The Apocalyptic Trilogy Deluxe Edition
Hardcover
By James Tynion IV, Eryk Donovan
Publisher: Boom! Studios

Best of Godzilla Vol. 2
Paperback
By Duane Swierczynski, Chris Mowry, et al.
Publisher: IDW Publishing

Universal Monsters Creature From the Black Lagoon Lives
Hardcover
By Dan Watters, Ram V, et al.; Dave Stewart Cover
Publisher: Image Comics

Vampirella/Dracula: Rage
Paperback
By Christopher Priest (Author), Fábio Alves (Artist)
Publisher: Dynamite Entertainment

Satan’s Swarm
Paperback
By Steve Niles (Author), Piotr Kowalski (Illustrator)
Publisher: Dark Horse

H.P. Lovecraft’s The Call of Cthulhu
H.P. Lovecraft Manga
Paperback
By Gou Tanabe (Adapter, Illustrator), Zack Davisson (Translator)
Publisher: Dark Horse

Hellboy and the B.P.R.D.: 1952-1954
Paperback
By Mike Mignola with Dave Stewart, et al.
Publisher: Dark Horse

Star Wars: The Prequel Trilogy Graphic Novel
Paperback
By Alessandro Ferrari, Matteo Piana, et al.
Publisher: Dark Horse

Ghostbusters Volume 1: Back in Town
Paperback
By David M. Booher, Blue Delliquanti, et al.
Publisher: Dark Horse

Mortal Terror Volume 1
Hardcover
By Christopher Golden, Tim Lebbon , et al.
Publisher: Dark Horse

Superman: House of Brainiac
Paperback
By Joshua Williamson and Rafael Blanco
Publisher: DC Comics

Birds of Prey Murder and Mystery
Paperback
By Gail Simone, Ed Benes, et al.
Publisher: DC Comics

Watchmen
DC Compact Comics Edition 2024
Paperback
By Alan Moore (Author), Dave Gibbons (Illustrator)
Publisher: DC Comics

COOKBOOKS

Below are some cookbooks released in 2024 that would make great gifts for those who enjoy cooking, baking, and mixology. For some listings, related-themed items are also included.

The Official Game of Thrones Cookbook
Recipes from King’s Landing to the Dothraki Sea
Hardcover | Kindle Edition
By Chelsea Monroe-Cassel; Foreword by George R. R. Martin
Publisher: Random House Worlds

Similar/related gift ideas:

– See the “House of the Dragon” listing in the COLORING BOOKS & LETTERING FOR ADULTS section for more Game Of Thrones & House of the Dragon-related items.

QUICK PICKS – COOKBOOKS

Disney Frozen: The Official Cookbook
A Culinary Journey through Arendelle
Hardcover | Kindle Edition
By Daytona Danielsen & S. T. Bende
Publisher: Insight Editions

Encanto: The Official Cookbook (Disney)
Disney The Official Cookbook
Hardcover | Kindle Edition
By Patricia McCausland-Gallo & Susana Illera Martínez
Publisher: Insight Editions

The Official Bridgerton Cookbook
Hardcover | Kindle Edition
By Regula Ysewijn
Publisher: Random House Worlds

The Elder Scrolls: The Official Cookbook: Volume 2
Hardcover | Kindle Edition
By Victoria Rosenthal and Erin Kwong
Publisher: Insight Editions

Happy Days: The Official Cookbook
From Aaaay to Zucchini Bread
Hardcover | Kindle Edition
By Christina Ward
Publisher: Insight Editions

Chuck E. Cheese and Friends Party Cookbook
Hardcover
By Chuck E. Cheese
Publisher: Weldon Owen

The Crafter’s Kitchen: An Official Minecraft Cookbook
…for Young Chefs and Their Families
Hardcover | Kindle Edition
By Mojang AB, Danica Davidson, Emma Carlson Berne, Victoria Granof
Publisher: Random House Worlds

ACTIVITY/COLORING BOOKS FOR ADULTS

Wednesday: Official Coloring Book
Paperback
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers

Keep the creepy and kooky going with this Wednesday coloring book suitable for ages 7 and up, and that includes adults! The beautiful line art inspired by Season 1 of the hit Netflix series has selections that are easy enough for kids, with others that are intricate enough to keep the older crowd involved. Might even be a great activity to parents to do together with their kids. Bundle this coloring book together with the Wednesday Monster Monster High dolls and the new Wednesday Official Nightshade Society Journal. For the real little ones, you can swap the journal for the adorable new illustrated I Am Wednesday: Little Golden Books Edition.

Similar/related gift ideas:

– See the “Wednesday” listing in the BOOKS section above for more Wednesday-related items.

House of the Dragon: The Official Coloring Book
Book 2: The Targaryen Dynasty
Paperback
Publisher: Random House Worlds

Similar/related gift ideas:

– McFarlane Toys – House of The Dragon Daemon Targaryen Collector Box
– McFarlane Toys – House of The Dragon Meleys
– Funko Pop! Rides Deluxe: House of The Dragon – Rhaenys Targaryen with Meleys
– Funko Pop! Rides Deluxe: House of The Dragon – Queen Rhaenyra with Syrax
– Funko Pop! TV: House of The Dragon – Rhaenyra Targaryen
– Funko Pop! TV: House of The Dragon – Daemon Targaryen
– Hallmark Keepsake Christmas Ornament 2024, House of the Dragon Daemon Targaryen
– House of The Dragon: The Rise of the Dragon: An Illustrated History of the Targaryen Dynasty
– The House of the Dragon: Fire & Blood: 300 Years Before A Game of Thrones (The Targaryen Dynasty)
– George R. R. Martin’s A Game of Thrones 5-Book Boxed Set (Song of Ice and Fire Series)
– Monopoly House of the Dragon Edition Board Game
– Game of Thrones Dragon Egg Replica Candles, Set of 3
– House of The Dragon Metal Coasters, Set of 4
– House of the Dragon Tarot Deck and Guidebook
– The Official Game of Thrones Cookbook: Recipes from King’s Landing to the Dothraki Sea
– House of the Dragon Blu-ray: Season 1 | Season 2

QUICK PICKS – ACTIVITY/COLORING BOOKS FOR ADULTS

The Cryptid Creatures Coloring Book
From Bigfoot and Mothman to the Chupacabra, Color the World’s Most Mysterious Monsters
Paperback
By Andy Price
Publisher: Adams Media

The Extreme Horror Sticker Book
500+ Stickers to Keep You Up at Night
Paperback
By Andy Price
Publisher: Adams Media

The Unofficial Horror Movie Coloring Book
From The Exorcist and Halloween to Get Out and Child’s Play, 30 Screams and Scenes to Slay with Color
Paperback
By Vernieda Vergara and Andy Price
Publisher: Adams Media

The Creepy Cute Love Coloring Book
30 Sickly Sweet Coloring Pages That You’ll Love to Color! (Creepy Cute Gift Series)
Paperback
By Gaynor Carradice
Publisher: Adams Media

The Green Witch’s Sticker Book
600+ Enchanting Stickers Inspired by Green Magic (Green Witch Witchcraft Series)
Paperback
By Arin Murphy-Hiscock (Author), Sara Richard (Illustrator)
Publisher: Adams Media

London: A Color-Your-Own Travel Journal
Color Your World Travel Journal Series
Paperback
By Evie Carrick (Author), Emma Taylor (Illustrator)
Publisher: Adams Media

Venice: A Color-Your-Own Travel Journal
Color Your World Travel Journal Series
Paperback
By Evie Carrick (Author), Emma Taylor (Illustrator)
Publisher: Adams Media

Boston: A Color-Your-Own Travel Journal
Color Your World Travel Journal Series
Paperback
By Evie Carrick (Author), Emma Taylor (Illustrator)
Publisher: Adams Media

The Beauty of Horror 6 Coloring Book
Famous Monsterpieces (by Alan Robert)
Paperback
Publisher: IDW Publishing

Art of Coloring: Disney 100 Years of Wonder
100 Images to Inspire Creativity
Paperback
Publisher: Disney Editions

Star Wars Crossword Puzzles
Crossword Puzzles And Other Word Games from a Galaxy Far, Far Away
Paperback
Publisher: Chronicle Books

Tarot for Creativity
A Guide for Igniting Your Creative Practice
Paperback
Publisher: Chronicle Books

GAMES & JIGSAW PUZZLES

Star Wars: Han Solo Solitaire: Carbon Frozen
Solitaire: The Classic Card Game
Card Set
Publisher: Ridley’s Games

This is a Star Wars-themed card set that is housed in a container made to look like Han Solo frozen in carbonite. Umm… there’s nothing further to say, just get this for every single Star Wars fan on your gift list!

Similar/related gift ideas:

– Ridley’s Games Star Wars Trivia
– Star Wars: Force Battle: Darth Vader vs. OBI Wan Kenobi Jigsaw Duel
– Star Wars: Selfish: A Card Game Where Only The Ruthless Survive
– Star Wars: Survive The Sarlacc Card Game

QUICK PICKS – GAMES & JIGSAW PUZZLES

Monopoly GO! Board Game
Game
Publisher: Hasbro

Monopoly Wicked Edition Board Game
Game
Publisher: Hasbro

Monopoly House of the Dragon Edition Board Game
Game
Publisher: Hasbro

Talisman: The Magical Quest Board Game 5th Edition
Game
Publisher: Avalon Hill

CLUE: The Muppets, Classic Board Game
Game
Publisher: USAOPOLY

The Game of Life: Hello Kitty and Friends Board Game
Game
Publisher: USAOPOLY

Operation: Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer 60th Anniversary Board Game
Game
Publisher: Hasbro

MISC

Here are some quick picks of items you’d find in a bookstore that would make great gifts for book lovers, such as cards, journals, bookmarks, and more.

Wednesday: The Official Nightshade Society Journal
A Journal for Writing, Drawing, Coloring, and More
Hardcover
Publisher: Clarkson Potter

“Outcasts are in.” Wednesday prefers to do things the old fashioned way, which is why this official hardcover Nightshade Society Journal is perfect for those who are old-school like her. The purple cover features the club’s logo, as seen in Season 1 of the Wednesday Netflix series, and has a wraparound cover featuring the gothic Nevermore student. The 178 smooth, lined pages include illustrations and quotes spread throughout, though there’s plenty of blank space for writing, sketching, coloring, and more. Pair this journal with the matching Wednesday Bookmark.

Similar/related gift ideas:

– See the “Wednesday” listing in the BOOKS section above for more Wednesday-related items.
– Wednesday Nightshade Bookmark

Magic: The Gathering Oracle Deck
A 52-Card Deck and Guidebook: Oracle Cards
Cards
By Magic: The Gathering
Publisher: Clarkson Potter
Release Date: May 21, 2024

Similar/related gift ideas:

– Magic: The Gathering Foundations – Beginner Box
– Magic: The Gathering Lord of The Rings Starter Kit
– 2025 Magic: The Gathering Wall Calendar Calendar

Dungeons & Dragons: Mimic Treasure Chest Notebook Set
Box Set
By Dungeons & Dragons Licensed
Publisher: Clarkson Potter
Release Date: August 13, 2024

Similar/related gift ideas:

– See our special D&D gift guides for more ideas!

Agatha Christie Classic Book Covers: 100 Postcards
Postcard Box Set
Publisher: Chronicle Books

Agatha Christie Writer’s Journal
Hardcover Journal
Publisher: Chronicle Books

Agatha Christie Pen Set
Pen Set
Publisher: Chronicle Books

Similar/related gift ideas:

– Agatha Christie Playing Cards (by Laurence King)
– The World of Agatha Christie 1000 Piece Puzzle
– Murder on the Orient Express: The Graphic Novel

Star Wars 100 Collectible Comic Book Cover Postcards
Card Book
Publisher: Chronicle Books

YUNGBLUD’s You Need to Exist
A book to love and destroy! (Diary)
Hardcover
Publisher: Chronicle Books

A NOTE ON GIFTING A KINDLE EBOOK:
To gift someone a Kindle Edition ebook, go to the product page on Amazon. On the right side under the main purchase box, is a box called Buy for others. In that box, click the button that says Buy for others. It will bring you to a page where you can choose a delivery method: 1) Have a redemption link sent directly to your recipient, or 2) have the link sent directly to you. If you choose Option 1, you enter the recipient’s email address, a gift message, and the date you want it sent to them (now, or any day up to 45 days from the date of purchase), and Amazon will email them directly with instructions on how to redeem their gifted ebook. If you choose Option 2, the redemption link will be sent to you and you can choose how you’d like to give it to the recipient — email it to them any time you want, or maybe print it out and put it in a card (although definitely still email it to them at some point to make it easier for them). I send Kindle eBook gifts all the time – they truly make a great gift!

Remember, if all else fails, there’s also the Amazon.com Gift Card available in multiple denominations as an ecard or physical gift card. You can have an eGift (ecard) emailed directly to the recipient (it can arrive immediately if you choose or at a later date that you select) or you can print out the ecard yourself and give it to the intended that way. If you order in enough time, though, you can get the physical gift card sent to you or directly to the recipient, with options to include a gift tin, box, or greeting card.

Check out all of our Holiday Gift Guides for more ideas. Also, as usual, we will have a separate D&D Gift Guide, which will include books, so be on the lookout for that soon.

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