Oaklee said:
I love getting reusable bags from well-known bookstores. I have a collection that I use for my shopping.
Many public libraries also sell totes and other items. The New York Public Library has one too. I believe the Los Angeles Public Library has one as well.
There’s this reading light that hangs around your neck. It’s lightweight and the lights are bright and adjustable, making it ideal for reading in bed without waking up my husband. It’s also useful when the room isn’t well lit.
@Erie
I recommend the upgraded model with the amber light option.
@Erie
I just added this to my wish list! I often read aloud while my husband drives, especially at night, and using a reading light like this is a much better idea than the interior car light. I don’t know why I never thought of it!
As a bookseller, I can help you find personalized recommendations! Just let me know what the person you’re giving to enjoys reading.
I’ll post again tomorrow when I’m in the shop to share some great general ideas, if people are interested.
@Clove
What if a man loves books like Things Fall Apart, The Martian, and others? He’s also a therapist/social worker. Any ideas on what might connect with him?
Cody said:
@Clove
What if a man loves books like Things Fall Apart, The Martian, and others? He’s also a therapist/social worker. Any ideas on what might connect with him?
Love this diverse list! I suggest Matrix by Lauren Groff, Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan, Lolly Willowes by Sylvia Townsend Warner, or maybe Eversion by Alastair Reynolds. If he enjoys short stories, try Stories of Your Life and Others by Ted Chiang.
@Clove
Awesome, thank you!
Cody said:
@Clove
What if a man loves books like Things Fall Apart, The Martian, and others? He’s also a therapist/social worker. Any ideas on what might connect with him?
Has he read the follow-up to A Psalm for the Wild-Built? The second book is called A Prayer for the Crown-Shy.
@Paz
I think he has. But if he hasn’t, there might be a reason he hasn’t so I don’t want to get it for him.
@Clove
She enjoys historical fiction like Wolf Hall and books originally translated from other languages. She’s particularly fond of Korean fiction like The Vegetarian and others. Thank you for your help 
@Patton
Great choices! For historical fiction, consider The Physician by Noah Gordon, Cathedral by Ben Hopkins, or Sailing to Sarantium by Guy Gavriel Kay. For Korean fiction in translation, try Almond by Won-pyung Sohn or Lemon by Kwon Yeo-sun. If looking for other translated fiction, check out Convenience Store Woman by Sayaka Murata.
I could go on and on 
@Clove
These are fantastic! Thank you for all your help. I’m going to add these to my list as well. I’ve only read Convenience Store Woman and I loved it.
@Clove
What are the best new kids and YA titles? I need plenty of ideas for gifts!
Colby said:
@Clove
What are the best new kids and YA titles? I need plenty of ideas for gifts!
Book markets can vary widely in different regions! That said, a good book is universal. What ages are you shopping for? Any interests they have outside of books?
@Clove
I’m buying for several relatives – I prefer to give books instead of toys. I need suggestions for a toddler and boys and girls aged 5 to 12. The 12-year-old likes both fiction and history.
I secretly want this and think it would be a nice gift for a book lover. But it’s a bit pricey. Still, I can admire it from a distance.
@Finnian
I really want it too. It’s way beyond my budget, but if I win a lottery, this will go on my nightstand.
I have a large collection of bookmarks, and I think they make great gifts! There are many beautiful and unique bookmarks available on Etsy.
I really love book darts! I would buy more, but after two tins, I feel like I shouldn’t buy any more. Plus, I’ve discovered the importance of having a nice bag to carry my books. A cozy blanket or a mug with a mug warmer can also make great gifts!