Christmas Gift Guide: For Book Lovers (Part 2)

<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><img alt="Book-gift-guide-Christmas-2016" height="1050" src="https://c6.staticflickr.com/1/66/30710855533_ac72b676db_o.jpg" width="700" /></span><script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js"></script><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><i><span style="font-size: x-large;">Welcome to part 2 of my Christmas Gift Guide for Book Lovers! </span></i></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><i><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></i></span> <span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><i><span style="font-size: x-large;">If you haven't read Part 1 you can find it <a href="http://www.makeupsavvy.co.uk/2016/12/christmas-gift-guide-for-book-lovers.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> with lots of book recommendations, from popular recent releases to YA fictions and even how to pick up affordable signed and special edition books! </span></i></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><br /></i></span></span> <span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Below you will find even more gift ideas that are more non-fiction based and even some non-book gifts that's I'm really excited to share as they look amazing but are beyond affordable. </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><img alt="Motivational-book-gifts" height="850" src="https://c6.staticflickr.com/1/245/31514115125_56bcc97799_o.jpg" width="701" /></span><script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js"></script><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Motivational books</b></span></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><i><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Motivational books make an ideal present any time of the year but especially at Christmas with a new year looming. Here are a few popular and uplifting reads that would make an excellent gift. <b> </b></span></i></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span> <span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><b>Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert</b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">�6.29 <a href="http://amzn.to/2hpEpzx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BUY HERE</a></span> </b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">For all creatives and aspiring writers there is Big Magic. Big Magic is about embracing ideas and creativity whilst staying realistic. Ideal for anyone currently writing or studying. This easy to read book is a total joy! </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span> <span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Rise Sister Rise by Rebecca Campbell</span></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">�7.69 <a href="http://amzn.to/2hpC7Ag" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BUY HERE</a> </span></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">If you are wanting to give an empowering feminist read to someone then this is the book to give! A contemporary yet spiritual guide to rising up and becoming our powerful and authentic selves. </span><i>Rise Sister Rise </i>is a call to arms for women to rise up, tell their truth and lead. It is a guide to co-creating a whole new archetype for women in these awakening times - a woman who does not keep herself small in order to make others feel more comfortable, a woman who knows that she is not her body weight, her sexual partners or her career. A woman who understands the true meaning of sisterhood, and that alone we are strong but together we are fierce.<i> Side note - It also has the prettiest pastel sun prism page edging! </i></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span> <span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Girl Boss by Sophie Amoruso </span></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">�6.99 <a href="http://amzn.to/2hfWlOJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BUY HERE</a></span></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">For me this is a certain type of motivational book compared to my other choices. This is an inspiring books for someone 18-25  that's wanting to be their own boss. Whether that's in the fashion industry or not as this is an honest look at becoming your own boss by ultimate girlboss Sophia Amoruso. A perfect first motivational read for that strong career focused friend!  </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span> <span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The Year of Ye<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">s</span></span></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">�6.29 <a href="http://amzn.to/2hpJWFY" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BUY HERE</a></span></span></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">From </span></span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">award-winning Creator and Executive Producer of the hit television series Grey�s Anatomy, Private Practice and Scandal, Shonda Rhimes, comes this personal yet deeply funny look at how she started to say 'Yes'. The ideal book to give in the run up to a new year, especially for someone you know will value a book like this of self discovery and change.  </span></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span> <span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><img alt="Beauty-book-gifts" height="1688" src="https://c5.staticflickr.com/1/750/31476250236_3c3ecb7fe3_o.jpg" width="702" /></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></span> <span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: x-large;"><b>Beauty books<span style="font-size: large;"> (because I couldn't not!</span>)</b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>I've come to realise that a lot of people that love makeup don't own a single makeup book! In recent years there has been a spike of some amazing ones so it's the ideal time to gift an updated beauty book. Below you will find a varied selection of well put together books that I absolutely adore. </i></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></b></span> <span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Face by Pixiwoo</span></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">�9.99 <a href="http://amzn.to/2fcwDcY" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BUY HERE</a></span></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Finally a book created the amazingly talented Chapman sisters! Now this would make an amazing book for any fans of their Pixiwoo Youtube channel, however if you're unsure you're recipent knows of them or not don't fear as this is still an amazing makeup book regardless! You can read my in-depth review <a href="http://www.makeupsavvy.co.uk/2016/11/pixiwoo-face-book-by-sam-nic-chapman.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> if you like, but in summary this is a comprehensive guide to makeup and covers everything from skincare to all makeup techiques. One of the best practical makeup books I've read to date.   </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span> <span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Face Paint by Lisa Eldridge  </span></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">�12.91 <a href="http://amzn.to/2hfX9n3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BUY HERE</a></span></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Maybe you know someone with a deep interest of makeup that goes beyond applying it. They might have expressed an interested in vintage makeup or maybe their a makeup artist. Basically this isn't your typical makeup book as this is a detailed history of makeup from the politics of colours throughout history to key women through the ages and the makeup they wore. There's also a section about the business of beauty that anyone with a passion for makeup will find deeply interesting. Lisa Eldridge's love of makeup and the history behind it really shines through in this book and for that reason it makes such a detailed read.  </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></b></span> <span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Pretty Honest & Pretty Iconic by Sali Hughes</span></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">�12.99 <a href="http://amzn.to/2fja2ry" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BUY HERE</a> | �12.00 <a href="http://amzn.to/2fjau9a" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BUY HERE</a></span></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Written by the beyond knowledgeable Sali Hughes, Pretty Honest is like no other beauty book. If you are looking to give a makeup book with lots of visuals then you may want to opt for Face by Pixiwoo but if you are after a solid book then you will get that in an abundance with this Pretty Honest Unlike most makeup/beauty books Sali has a clear writing style that is intelligent and witty, making for a really good read. Points are covered on anything you can imagine associated with beauty -  how to manage makeup counters, salon etiquette, hair problem solving, wearing red lipstick and even how to pay and receive compliments. As for Sali Hughes' follow up book; Pretty Iconic, think of it as a beauty product bible. Expect the same intelligent and engaging writing style but wrote as almost mini essays (one per page) on products new and old. Both a nostalgic and interesting read and a book sure to make your recipient want to go out and treat themselves to some new beauty products! </span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The Body Book by Cameron Diaz </span></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><b>�14.88 </b><b><a href="http://amzn.to/2hr1OAt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BUY HERE</a></b>  </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> If you are looking for a book that mixes aesthetics with health and the body then you can't go wrong with The Body Book. I was refreshingly surprised when I read this to find an educational book on living a healthy lifestyle and fully understanding your body. This is far from a book about Cameron Diaz but one in which she shares her knowledge and with the help of nutritionists explains the key points to being healthy in great depth. Cameron also has a follow up book called <a href="http://amzn.to/2hr39aB" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">T</a><a href="http://amzn.to/2hr39aB" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">he Longetivity </a><a href="http://amzn.to/2hr39aB" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Book</a><a href="http://amzn.to/2hr39aB" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> </a>that looks at age and health in more depth which may not be as ideal to give as a gift but interesting none the less.  </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><br /></span></span> <span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Beautiful For Ever: Madame Rachel of Bond Street by Helen Rappaport</span></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">�8.99 <a href="http://amzn.to/2hpBuXC" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BUY HERE</a></span></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Another amazing read for anyone interested in the history of beauty is the intriguing story of Madame Rachel: cosmetician, con-artist and blackmailer. This true story tells of </span>Madame Rachel who began life as a poor fish fryer in Victorian London. She ended up with a shop in New Bond Street, where her wealthy clients came in their droves, lured by the promise of eternal beauty. What they found there was a con-woman and fraudster who made a career out of lie and the desperate hopes of women wanting to be 'beautiful for ever'. A unique book for anyone interested in the history of makeup and the Victorian era.  </span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">  <br /></span></span> <span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><img alt="Christmas-book-gifts" height="2102" src="https://c6.staticflickr.com/1/711/31514128245_666502761e_o.jpg" width="700" /></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span> <span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Festive reads </span></b></span></span><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: x-large;"><b></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><i><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Okay, so this section is more about books to treat yourself to than giving as gifts. However if you know someone that is all about Christmas and you exchance gifts before the big day then one of these may just be perfect for them. From festive fiction to a Christmas cookbook you will turn to each year. <b> </b></span></i></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span> <span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">A Boy Called Christmas & The Girl Who Saved Christmas by Matt Haig</span></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">�3.49 <a href="http://amzn.to/2hpI405" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BUY HERE</a> | �6.49 <a href="http://amzn.to/2hfZT3R" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BUY HERE</a></span></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Want to feel the magic of Christmas? Well The Boy Called Christmas needs to be part of your plan in that case. This festive fairytale wrote by genius Matt Haig is for children and adults alike and won't fail to bring a little sparkle to your Christmas. </span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">A Boy Called Christmas is a tale of adventure, snow, kidnapping, elves, more snow, and a boy called Nikolas, who isn't afraid to believe in magic. It's also sprinkled with illustrations throughout which adds to the magical story of how Father Christmas came to be. And if you steam read though that over the festive period then you can also enjoy The Girl Who Saved Christmas which I plan to read next week!  </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span> <span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Letters from Father Christmas by J.R.R.Tolkien</span></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>�6.29 <a href="http://amzn.to/2hpBbvH" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BUY HERE</a></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Without a doubt the sweetest Christmas book I've ever purchased. This special book is a large collection of hand written and drawn letters from J.R Tolkien as Father Christmas to his three children from 1920 to 1942. With simple letters in shaky handwriting whilst his children were small, to more detailed and elaborate stories as the years go on, even with input from Father Christmas' polar bear chief assistant. Not only is this a book of short Christmas stories in letter form but the love Tolkien had for his children shines through making this such a beautiful and special book. A book I've thoroughly enjoying reading right now.  </span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span> <span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Another Night Before Christmas by Carol Ann Duffy</span></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">�4.79 <a href="http://amzn.to/2hfZKNC" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BUY HERE</a></span></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">A magical reworking of The Night Before Christmas here, wonderfully illustrated by Rob Ryan. This little book would make an ideal stocking filler or to be bought and read to children at bedtime on Christmas Eve. A book to cherish and bring out each year.  </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">  <br /></span></span> <span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Nigella Christmas by Nigella Lawson </span></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><b>�21.44 <a href="http://amzn.to/2hpEkLT" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BUY HERE</a></b>  </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I couldn't recommend my favourite festive reads without mentioning the cookbook I rely on every Christmas. Nigella Christmas for me is the ultimate Christmas cookbook with recipes you will actually cook and enjoy. This large coffee table sized book with over 250 pages includes stunning photography alongside the most glorious and indulgent sounding recipes. There's also a 50 page guide in the middle of the book to cooking Christmas dinner from the turkey to all the trimmings and multiple gravy recipes. P.S. If you pick this up please try out the fully loaded potato skins - you won't be disappointed! </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span> <span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><img alt="Christmas-book-lover-gifts-2016" height="1686" src="https://c3.staticflickr.com/1/630/31476245706_5837370da5_o.jpg" width="700" /></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span> <span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: x-large;"><b>Book-ish Gifts</b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>Last but not least I wanted to include some gift ideas that are still book related in a way which would be ideal for book lovers that you don't want to risk buying a book for that they already own or have read. I of course love books but these gifts are some of my favourites from this gift guidee!</i><b> </b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span> <span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Book Related Art Prints </span></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><b>Roa</b><b>ld Dahl Pri</b><b>nt �2.4</b><b>5 <a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/453465918/roald-dahl-quote-printable-if-you-have?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=book%20quote%20print%20printable&ref=sr_gallery_21" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BUY HERE</a></b> </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I personally believe a framed art print can make the most wonderful gift, whether it's at Christmas, a birthday or any other celebration. I came across this magical Roald Dahl print on Etsy along with so many other book quote prints on the site and simply downloaded it and printed it out, hence the super affordable price! The beauty of this is that you can print in whatever size you wish and a lot of prints come in a range of colours - this print could be printed in black or gold font. I also love this 'Eat, Sleep, Read' printable print <a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/251420548/sale-eat-sleep-read-typographic-quote?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=book%20quote%20print%20printable&ref=sr_gallery_10" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> that's only �1.94 and again would make a wonderful gift when framed.  </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span> <span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">East of India Bookmark</span></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">�2.28 <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/EAST-OF-INDIA-BOOKMARK-BOOK-MARK-BOOKMARKS-SAYINGS-SLOGAN-GIFT-VINTAGE-QUOTE-/190829403334?var=&hash=item2c6e519cc6:m:mOGpYkTHwrpRxDoiDm18oAg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BUY HERE</a> </span></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Giving a bookmark as a little stocking filler or with a book is a nice idea I think. Bookmarks can be picked up all over the place, but I personally love these card East of India bookmarks from eBay. This is my own and it stops me folding down page corners or using scrap pieces of paper as temporary bookmarks!  </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span> <span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Stationery gifts </span></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Lastly I wanted to include a few stationary ideas as often book lovers also love stationery... I know I do! Now you may be wondering how much that stunning ring bound weekly planner is going to set you back and I can happily tell you only �3.00! Yes, this is from Sainsbury's of all places, along with the lovely gold polka dot Daydreamer notebook, �2, and is just so well made for the price. For more affordable stationery that's Kate Spade inspired I'd recommend Home Bargains and for beautiful hardback notebooks TK Maxx/Homesense should be your port of call. </span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I really do hope this Christmas gift guide has been helpful and make sure to check out Part 1, if you haven't already, <a href="http://www.makeupsavvy.co.uk/2016/12/christmas-gift-guide-for-book-lovers.html" target="_blank">here</a>! </span></b></i></span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b>Fee xo. </b></i></span></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b> </b></i></span> </span></span><br />

books Christmas Christmas 2016 Christmas Gift Guide Christmas Gift Guide: For Book Lovers (Part 2)

Welcome to part 2 of my Christmas Gift Guide for Book Lovers!  If you haven't read Part 1 you can find it here with lots of book reco...

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Christmas Gift Guide: For Book Lovers (Part 1)

<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><img alt="Book-christmas-gift-guide-2016" height="1050" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/113/31367359032_d8d206feb1_o.jpg" width="700" /></span><script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js"></script><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: x-large;"><i>Welcome to the <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">first </span>of my Christmas Gift Guides 2016!</i></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: x-large;"><i><br /></i></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: x-large;"><i>Okay, so I'm a little late to the gift guide party but I can't think of a time when I'm ever been on schedule, so it's just one of those things! Hopefully you are still Christmas shopping or at least dropping hints <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">as to</span> what you'd like to see under the tree this year.</i></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">As you can see I'm starting off not with beauty b<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">ut with <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">bo<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">oks!</span></span> B</span>ecause basically I forgot how much work gift guides are to put together and my huge beauty and skincare guides aren't ready just yet - psssst they are coming <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">next week I promise</span>! However I knew this year I wanted to create a gift guide for book lovers because I can't get enough of them and Christmas is <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">the perfect</span> time to receive a stack of new books to enjoy over the festive period and to see you through Winter. Below I have a huge range of ideas that I really hope helps a few of you in the gifting department or just gives you ideas on what to treat yourself to at the very least! </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><img alt="special-edition-book-gifts" height="1268" src="https://c7.staticflickr.com/1/669/31367348902_1642438740_o.jpg" width="702" /></span><script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js"></script><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Extra s</span>pecial books for the serious book lover in your life </b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>If you have a friend or family member that has bookshelves full of books and is known for being a book worm then an extra special book may make for the perfect gift<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> for them</span>. Below are a range of special edition books, how you can pick up signed books and a few charitable choices. </i></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><b>Puffin in Bloom, Illustrated by Anna Bond</b></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">One of my favourite special edition ranges of recent years has to be the Puffin in Bloom books that are wonderfully illustrated by Anna Bond of Rifle Paper Co. The range consists of <b>four childrens classics</b>; A Little Princess <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">(<a href="http://amzn.to/2h2tQUR" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">)</span></span>, Anne of Green Gables (<a href="http://amzn.to/2hlfY9b" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">)</span>, Little Women (<a href="http://amzn.to/2h2pUTP" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>) and Heidi <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">(<a href="http://amzn.to/2hliUma" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>) <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">which</span></span> can be purchased individually or a<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">s</span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">a collection <a href="http://amzn.to/2h2qIbi" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a></span>. This is ideal for anyone that enjoys collecting pretty books<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">, chi<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">ldhood </span></span>classics or even fans of Rifle Paper Co products I'm sure would be happy to find one of the<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">se </span>books under the tree come Christmas morning. </span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><b>Vintage Classics Bronte Series</b></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I think everyone knows someone that loves Jane Eyre, right? If <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">that's you,</span> then a perfect gift may be one of the vintage classic designs of the<b> three novels by the Bronte sisters </b>which includes Jane Erye (<a href="http://amzn.to/2h2sUQ3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>), Wuthering Heights (<a href="http://amzn.to/2h2sUQ3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>) and The Tenant of Wildfell Hall<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> (<a href="http://amzn.to/2h2w8mV" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>).</span> </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">These a weighty and have stunning illustrated fold-out end sheets and give an amazing c<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">ontemporary </span>feel to some true classics. Perfect for any english literature lovers or true book worm! </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><b>Signed & special edition books </b></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">A few years ago now I received a special limited edition of The Miniaturist by Jessie Burton. Though I'd never read it before receiving it I was instantly in love with it. For limited edition special front cover books Waterstones is your place, you may pay a slight bit more but it's certainly worth it. As for signed books they aren't as expensive as you may think! Again Waterstones, but online <a href="https://www.waterstones.com/campaign/special-editions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>, offering a wide range of signed books that add something very special to <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">your </span>gift <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">also </span>often independent bookstores are a good call. </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><br /></b></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Books that support charities</b></span> </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Maybe your book lov<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">ing</span> recipient would be glad to receive a book that he or she knows has helped out a charity. That could be a stack of second-hand books you think they may like, from a high street charity shop or online at Oxfam <a href="http://www.oxfam.org.uk/shop/books" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> or one of Waterstones 'Buys Books for Syria' <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">marked books</span>, that donates 100% of the sale price and have already raised over �1.5 million to date. One new release that gives �5 of the sale price to Syria when purchases from Waterstones is <b>The Optician of Lamedusa <a href="http://amzn.to/2h2vFBg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a></b>, <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">the</span> harrowing true story of a sinking migrant boat based on the experience<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> </span>of an optician from Lampedusa, a small island mid-way between North Africa and Italy and the lasting effects it caused. A book I highly recommend<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> a<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">s a short but importan<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">t read.</span></span></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><img alt="Popular-books-2016" height="1265" src="https://c5.staticflickr.com/1/215/31367352732_0d0d65c91f_o.jpg" width="702" /></span><script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js"></script><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Popular new (ish) releases</b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>The newer the book the more likely it won't have been read by your recipient.Well that's the idea anyway!<b> </b>In the last year we have seen some incredible bestsellers so I decided to pick out my favourites, some that I've read and loved and some that I can't wait to get stuck into over the festive<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> season</span>. </i></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware</span></b></span><br /><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Amazon <a href="http://amzn.to/2cfBI21" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">B<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">UY HERE</span></a></span> </span></b><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">If you know someone that loved Gone Girl or The Girl On The Train then this is certainly the book for them. This was a holiday read for me a few months back and it really gripped me. </span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The story starts with journalist Lo Blacklock waking to find her flat being burgled. This of course leaves her unsettled and paranoid but when the perfect assignment comes up a week later for a <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">7-night</span> luxury cruise she thinks <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">it could only do her good to get away from it all. H</span>owever on board she is witness to a woman being thrown overboard... the only problem - all guests are accounted for. As the cruise carries on with it's journey, as nothing has happened, Lo tries to find the truth while questioning her sanity. </span></span><br /><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></b> <b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">The Muse by Jessie Burton </span></span></b><br /><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">A<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">mazon <a href="http://amzn.to/2h2u2U2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BUY HERE</a></span></span> </span></b><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">From the bestselling author of The Miniaturist is another wonderfully crafted and vivid novel. England 1967, Odelle Bastien is a Caribbean emigre trying to make her way in London. When she starts working at the prestigious Skelton Institute of Art, she discovers a painting rumoured to be the work of Isaac Robles, a young artist of immense talent and vision whose mysterious death has confounded the art world for decades. </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Spain, 1936. Olive Schloss, the daughter of a Viennese Jewish art dealer, follows her parents to Arazuelo, a poor village on the southern coast. She grows close to Teresa, a young housekeeper, and Teresa's half-brother, Isaac Robles, an idealistic and ambitious painter who dreams of being as famous as Picasso.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The Wonder by Emma Donoghue </span></b></span><br /><span style="font-size: small;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Amazon <a href="http://amzn.to/2h2uQYV" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BUY HERE</a> </span> </span></b></span><br /><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">This is a book I can't wait to read after loving Room by Emma Donoghue. Wonder tells the intriguing tale of <span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">an </span></span><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">eleven-year-old girl who stops eating, but remains miraculously alive and w<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">ell. A nurse is then sent to investigate and determined whether she is a fraud or a miracle. This comes with so many raved reviews on Amazon and the aesthetically pleasing gilded gold cover makes it an ideal gift to give any book love</span>r</span></span><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">. </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The Last Act of Love by Cathy Rentzenbrink</span></b></span><br /><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">A<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">mazon <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><a href="http://amzn.to/2h2oCbz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BUY HE</a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><a href="http://amzn.to/2h2oCbz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RE</a> </span></span></span></span> </span></b><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Another read for me in the latter end of 2016 and one that finished in two days was The Last Act of Love. Now this isn't the happiest of reads but it's about family, love and grieving. A true story set over 8 years in which the author's brother is <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">left </span>in a coma after a car accident. As you can imagine this is a heavy read in parts however it's about sibling bond and healing. </span><br /><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></b> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><b>Great Small Things by Jodi Picoult </b></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><b>Amazon <a href="http://amzn.to/2h2BazK" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BUY HERE</a>  </b></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Dubbed 'To Kill A Mockingbird for the 21st century" you can expect great things from this chart topping novel. </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">When a newborn baby dies after a routine hospital procedure, there is no doubt about who will be held responsible: the nurse who had been banned from looking after him by his father. </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">What the nurse, her lawyer and the father of the child cannot know is how this death will irrevocably change all of their lives, in ways both expected and not.<i> Small Great Things </i>is about prejudice and power; it is about that which divides and unites us. It is about opening your eyes. I've yet to read this but as soon a Christmas week is here expect me to have my nose in this 500-page sure to be bestselling novel. An amazing gift at only �4.00 on Amazon<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> </span>right now! <b><br /></b></span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"></span><br /><script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js"></script><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><img alt="YA-fiction-book-gift-ideas" height="1269" src="https://c7.staticflickr.com/1/721/31367344702_7dc254c7c9_o.jpg" width="702" /><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: x-large;"><b>YA Fiction</b></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Whether you are <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">buying for a teenager or someone in the<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">ir 20<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">'s<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">, young adult <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">fiction offers something different<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">, I like to say it offers all the feels<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">. <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Ba<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">si</span>cally th<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">is newly popular gen<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">re is Dawson's Creek in emotion min<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">us the corn<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> factor. The below books ha<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">ve my stamp <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">of ap<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">proval for anyone age<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">d </span>1<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">4 to 29! </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></i><b> </b></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><b>Eleonor & Park by Rainbow <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Rowell </span></b></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Amazon <a href="http://amzn.to/2h2pBIU" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BUY HERE</a></span> </span></b></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I me<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">ntion<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">ed t<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">hat Y<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">A fiction gives you all the feels<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">, right? Well this is<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> the book that made me realise that<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">. With the best charact<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">erisation I've <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">read</span> in a long time I<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> totally fell in love with <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">both character<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">s and a book shaped hole was <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">certainly left in my heart after I'd finished reading<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">.</span> </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">On the outset this a typical boy-meets-girl novel but let me express how multi<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">layered </span>this book is. From the unique setting of the 80's, to awkward teenage years and an unexpected twist of broken home lives. </span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">T</span>his is such an enjoyable read that pulls you straight back to first relationships and how electric <i>and</i> awkward both physical and mental contact can be. My favourite Y<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">A fiction book to date. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span> </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Stolen by Lucy Christopher</span></b></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Amazon <a href="http://amzn.to/2h2uyRY" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BUY HERE</a></span> </span></b></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Stolen tells the story of sixteen year old Gemma who is kidnapped and taken to the Australian <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">o</span>utback. Making the setting for this book like nothing I've read before, just so unique. As this is a YA book you can expect lots of emotion and that raw-ness that you often don't get with general fiction. I loved every part of this book and it was definitely a story that stayed with me for some time</span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Everything Everything by Nicola Yoon</span></b></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Amazon <a href="http://amzn.to/2hls55S" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BUY HERE</a></span> </span></b></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Part love story, part coming-of-age story with one huge problem, protagonist Madaline suffers from a rare condition that makes her allergic to literally everything. The book is nicely broken up with pictures, emails and IM messages which is aimed at teen readers but I always find that adds a more real element to the story. One for YA fans for sure. </span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> </span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Artistotle and Dante Discover The Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Saenz</span></b></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Amazon <a href="http://amzn.to/2hls8P6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BUY HERE</a></span> </span></b></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Another coming-of-age relationship driven story here set in the 80's that centres around two perfectly constructed and believable characters. </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Aristotle is an angry teen with a brother in prison. Dante is a know-it-all who has an unusual way of looking at the world. When they meet they seem to have nothing in common. But as the <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">pair </span>start spending time together, they discover that they share a special kind of friendship--the kind of friendship that changes lives and lasts a lifetime.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><b>I really hope you've found some gift ideas here or at least a few titles to put on your to-read list </b></i></span></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><b><br /></b></i></span></span> <span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><b>Part two of this gift guide will be up in a few days with beauty book recommendations, festive reads and bookish gifts! </b></i></span></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><b><br /></b></i></span></span> <span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><b>Fee xo.</b></i></span></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><b> </b></i></span></span> <br />

books Christmas Christmas 2016 gift guide Christmas Gift Guide: For Book Lovers (Part 1)

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6 Books You Need To Read This Autumn + FREE Book Journal Printable

<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="clear: left; float: left; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="6-Books-you-need-to-read-this-autumn" height="908" src="https://c4.staticflickr.com/9/8835/29427046371_42eca41d5b_o.jpg" width="600" /></span><script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js"></script></div><br /><h2><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><i>You know where you stand with Autumn. It rains, a lot, and leaves start to turn aesthetically pleasing hues of orange and gracefully fall to the ground. It's secure and kinda' cosy feeling. Okay, I'm romanticising it, but it's still a pretty lovely time of year! </i></span> </span></span></h2><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">This is why Autumn is my favourite season. I know I can wrap up in a blanket watching TV with a warm drink, whilst browsing the internet for a new pair of ankle boots � girl can multi-task. It's also a time for fresh new paperbacks (ahhh, that smell!) that will transport you to an entire new universe or era. </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">As you can see I have quite the stack of new books that I plan to get through this Autumn and having gone off some pretty glowing reviews I thought I'd share my new books buys with you. I also saved quite a bit of money, �11.97 to be exact, with Amazon's current <b>3 for �10 on selected paperback titles</b> offer. Hope you find a few autumnal reads here! </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><img alt="autumn-paperback-new-releases" height="300" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/9/8241/29398584072_7232ac1d47_o.jpg" width="600" /></span><script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js"></script></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>The Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware</b></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>�5.00 Hardback - <a href="http://amzn.to/2cfBI21" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon here</a></b></span> </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I mentioned this book a few weeks ago now as I was drawn to it by all the good reviews on Amazon. Come chillier weather I do like the odd crime mystery read, that won't scare me to death, but still have be holding my breath as I turn the next page - I'm hoping The Woman in Cabin 10 will be exactly that! </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> The story starts with journalist Lo Blacklock waking to find her flat being burgled. This of course leaves her unsettled and paranoid but when the perfect assignment comes up a week later for a <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">7-night</span> luxury cruise ship she think <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">it could only do her good to get away from it all. H</span>owever on board she is witness to a woman being thrown overboard... the only problem - all guests are accounted for. As the cruise carries on with it's journey, as nothing has happened, Lo tries to find the truth whilst I'm sure questioning her sanity. Sounds good, right? I really can't wait to get stuck into this now! </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>The Paying Guests by Sarah Waters </b></span></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">�3.60 Paperback - <a href="http://amzn.to/2cfCjR7" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon here</a></span> </b></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Now, if you've been a reader of Makeup Savvy for some time and have an extremely good memory then you will know I've already read The Paying Guests - and loved it! However I went and bought the paperback version and I plan to re-read it. </span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">You see Sarah Waters is a favourite author of mine for being able to transport you back in time and submerge you in that era - generally the Victorian era. However The Paying Guests is set in the later time of the 1920s and tells the story of a mother and daughter forced to take in lodgers to keep their once filled and happy home afloat. Little is as it seems though as the daughter life takes some thrilling twists and turns due to her new friendship with one of the guests upstairs. This is a story of love, crime and history. Expect to be submerged into 1920s London with this brilliant sapphic novel!</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: x-large;">A Man called Ove by Fredrik Backman </span></b></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">�6.29 Paperback (part of 3 for �10) - <a href="http://amzn.to/2cLkRpR" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon here</a></span></b> </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Onto a heartwarming novel now by Swedish author and journalist, Fredrik Backman. These is something that always attracts me to Scandinavian reads, maybe it's there light hearted nature that always had an important underlying message, or the fact I sometimes fancy a quirky read.  A Man Called Ove tells the story of a basically grumpy old man and his daily life surrounds by (in his opinion) idiots. But there's something about Ove that's tender, wise and funny. This novel will have you laughing, possibly reminded of your parents or grandparents, and at other times, wiping away a tear. A charming read perfect for this time of year.  </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><img alt="autumn-amazon-books-hygge" height="293" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/9/8237/29472998456_81d5e5902f_o.jpg" width="600" /></span><br /><script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js"></script></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>One Step Too Far by Tina Seskis</b></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">�7.99 Paperback (3 for �10) - <a href="http://amzn.to/2cfDhNj" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon here</a></span> </b></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">A typical thriller read here that I was drawn to from the 'If you loved The Girl On The Train, you'll love this' sticker to the front. One morning wife and mother, Emily Coleman wakes up and walks right out of her life. What makes her do it and how will she survive? And, no matter how hard she tried, can she ever really say goodbye to her past? Ohhhh, this sounds good, doesn't it? As I enjoyed The Girl on The Train I'm sure I'll devour this to find out Emily's secret! </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>The Little Book of Hygge by Meik Wiking </b></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">�6.00 Hardback - Amazon <a href="http://amzn.to/2cfDH6g" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a></span> </b></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Have you heard of 'Hygge' pronounced hoo-gah? It's having a bit of a moment right now in the UK! Until a few years ago neither had I, but when reading The Year of Living Danishly: Uncovering the secrets of the world's happiest country, the term kept popping up and I soon realised that Hygge is a very important thing for danish people and is a huge factor to why they are such happy people. To quote from this wonderful book, Hygge is about atmosphere and an experience, rather than a thing. It's been described as 'the art of creating intimacy', 'cosiness of the soul', and 'the absence of annoyance' to 'taking pleasure from the presence of soothing things', 'cosy togetherness'. For me it's the ultimate practice of self care and that's why I love it - Hygge is good for the soul! So this book is effectively a guide to all things hygge, from hygge in the home, hygge at work, hygge of course at Christmas and how it's enjoyed in summer, plus much more. This is truly a look at how to improve happiness levels and bring calm to you life. An ideal read for autumn. </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Behind Closed Door by Elizabeth Haynes </b></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">�3.85 Paperback (3 for �10) - <a href="http://amzn.to/2cLnpEp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon here</a></span> </b></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Lastly a novel from the bestselling author of Into The Darkest Corner, possibly my favourite thriller to date! Another unsettling read about the disappearance of fourteen-year-old Scarlettt Rainsford who vanishes without a trace during a family holiday to Greece. Only to be discovered in her home town 10 years later. Expect some dark scenes if you do read this as Elizabeth Haynes is known for her authentic writing style - which I love! I have high hopes for this book and can't wait to get stuck into it.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></div><h2 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Free Fall Reading List </span></span></h2><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">On to the freebie now, that I created with book lovers in mind! Simply print out to keep track of the books you read over fall/autumn and give them a rating! I personally think this is a lovely way (of course I would, I made it!) to track what you are reading over the next few cosy months.</span></div><br /><h2 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><u><a href="https://app.box.com/s/ve9yp7zc5tdy9xrgj83on2wcxytgmtzy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Free Fall Reading List Printable (download link)</a></u></span></h2><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>Psssst - It may look a little funky in the preview but I promise it prints out just fine!</i></span></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><a href="https://app.box.com/s/ve9yp7zc5tdy9xrgj83on2wcxytgmtzy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><img alt="Free Book Journal Printable" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjT9CNCIF6sIz1-JCPWcCidkWJvYEV3Jjve0Gwi_B3BTxZ6PO0KCyGHHLItcT_l1qG1vOkDiz3MYa8SAElsj8c6a4Y0x0PRRwfU8k7CPKzh5DTDhX8s2LTOFsvTiM-62fsb-uTpzB0OLb0/s1600/Book+Journal+Autumn+Printable.jpg" title="Free Fall Autumn Book Journal " /></a></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b>Really hope you've found some books here to enjoy over the colder months. Let me know if you end up reading any of these! </b></i></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b><br /></b></i></span></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b>Fee xo. </b></i></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Related posts</b>  </span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.makeupsavvy.co.uk/2015/10/5-books-to-read-this-autumn.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5 Books To Read This Autumn 2015</a> </span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.makeupsavvy.co.uk/2016/09/ebay-bargains-59-autumn-ready.html" target="_blank">eBay Bargains: Autumn Ready</a>  </span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><a href="http://www.makeupsavvy.co.uk/2014/10/10-reasons-to-love-autumn.html" target="_blank">10 Reasons To Love Autumn</a>  </span></span></span></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;"></div></div>

Amazon Autumn book haul books 6 Books You Need To Read This Autumn + FREE Book Journal Printable

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