🎄 For the Holiday Baker

Whisk up a little joy this season with cookbooks that celebrate sugar, spice, and all things nice. From elegant patisserie to cozy comfort bakes, these titles inspire the kind of kitchen magic that makes a house smell like the holidays. Perfect for anyone who believes love is best served warm—and dusted with powdered sugar.

The Book on Pie: Everything You Need to Know to Bake Perfect Pies

by Erin Jeanne McDowell

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER 

Look no further than The Book on Pie for the only book on pie you'll ever want or need.

The Cookie Bible

by Rose Levy Beranbaum - Matthew Septimus

The ultimate cookie cookbook, from the bestselling author of The Baking Bible, Rose Levy Beranbaum.

This is your must-have cookie book, featuring nearly every cookie imaginable, from rustic Cranberry Chocolate Chippers to elegant French macarons, and everything in between--simple drop cookies, rolled-and-cut holiday cookies, brownies and other bars, pretty sandwich cookies, luxurious frosted or chocolate-dipped treats, and much more. 

Sweet Talk Cookies: Creative Designs for Birthdays, Holidays, and Everyday

by Hayley Callaway

Finally, a cookie book that's sweet and sassy! Sweet Talk Cookies has gloriously out-of-the-ordinary cookie designs.

If you're sick of the same-old cookies, if you can't possibly decorate another bland tree or stocking, look no further. Hayley Callaway, founder of Hayley Cakes and Cookies (@thehayleycakes), has just what you need--whether that's a taco truck and message cookie that says "Feed me and tell me I'm pretty" or a T-rex hanging Christmas lights. 

Baking in the American South: 200 Recipes and Their Untold Stories (a Definitive Cookbook Guide to Southern Baking) - The Perfect Cozy Christmas Gift

by Anne Byrn - Rinne Allen

**Included in the Best of List for Cookbooks by the Reference and User Services Association of the American Library Association**

**Named a 2025 Tennessee Book Award Finalist in the Non-Fiction Category by Humanities Tennessee**

Recipes can tell you volumes if you pay attention--the crops raised, languages spoken, family customs, old world flavors, and, often, religion. 

📚 When One Book Just Isn’t Enough

For the reader who hates saying goodbye after the last page, gift a series they can binge straight through winter. From sweeping fantasy sagas to multi-generational family dramas, these page-turners promise endless escape and satisfying story arcs that last well beyond the holidays.

Here are the first books in a popular series, continue to “buy book” to explore options to purchase the full series!

The Maid: A GMA Book Club Pick

by Nita Prose

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - GOOD MORNING AMERICA BOOK CLUB PICK 

ONE OF THE TEN BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: Reader's Digest
WINNER: The Anthony Award, The Fingerprint Award, The Barry Award 

In development as a major motion picture 

Molly Gray is not like everyone else. She struggles with social skills and misreads the intentions of others. Her gran used to interpret the world for her, codifying it into simple rules that Molly could live by.

Since Gran died a few months ago, twenty-five-year-old Molly has been navigating life's complexities all by herself. No matter--she throws herself with gusto into her work as a hotel maid. Her unique character, along with her obsessive love of cleaning and proper etiquette, make her an ideal fit for the job. 

Vision in White

by Nora Roberts

#1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts presents a novel of love, friendship, and family in Book One in the Bride Quartet.

Wedding photographer Mackensie "Mac" Elliot is most at home behind the camera, but her focus is shattered moments before an important wedding rehearsal when she bumps into the bride-to-be's brother...an encounter that has them both seeing stars.

The Duke and I Deluxe Collector's Edition: Bridgerton

by Julia Quinn

#1 New York Times Bestseller

Now available in a stunning Deluxe Collector's Edition, The Duke and I, the first novel in #1 New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn's beloved Bridgerton series, featuring beautiful endpapers, a ribbon marker, and a gorgeous, decorated spine. Collect all 8 in the series to unveil the beautiful imagery when shelved together!

Watch BRIDGERTON, created by Shondaland for Netflix.

In the ballrooms and drawing rooms of Regency London, rules abound. From their earliest days, children of aristocrats learn how to address an earl and curtsey before a prince--while other dictates of the ton are unspoken yet universally understood. A proper duke should be imperious and aloof. A young, marriageable lady should be amiable...but not too amiable.

The Perfect Marriage

by Jeneva Rose

NEW YORK TIMES AND USA TODAY BESTSELLER!

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Jeneva Rose comes the definitive, fully reedited audiobook edition of her shocking breakout thriller, performed by The Blacklist star Mozhan Navabi and award-winning actor and narrator Andrew Eiden.

Sarah Morgan is one of the best criminal defense attorneys in Washington, DC. With a perfect case record and having made named partner before the age of thirty-five, her life is going exactly as she planned.

However, the same cannot be said for her husband, Adam, a failed author, who's grown to resent his wife's meteoric success as he feels it's come at the expense of their relationship.

Virgin River

by Robyn Carr

"The Virgin River books are so compelling--I connected instantly with the characters and just wanted more and more and more." --#1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber

Welcome back to Virgin River with the book that inspired the hit Netflix series...

Wanted: Midwife/nurse practitioner in Virgin River, population six hundred. Make a difference against a backdrop of towering California redwoods and crystal clear rivers. Rent-free cabin included.

When the recently widowed Melinda Monroe sees this ad, she quickly decides that the remote mountain town of Virgin River might be the perfect place to escape her heartache and to reenergize the nursing career she loves. But her high hopes are dashed within an hour of arriving--the cabin is a dump, the roads are treacherous and the local doctor wants nothing to do with her. Realizing she's made a huge mistake, Mel decides to leave town the following morning.

🍷 For the Book Club Star

Every club has that one reader who always brings the best picks—and the best snacks. These conversation-sparking novels are layered, emotional, and impossible to put down, making them perfect for discussion and even better for sharing. Just add wine and spirited debate.

Isola: Reese's Book Club

by Allegra Goodman

REESE'S BOOK CLUB PICK - NATIONAL BESTSELLER 

Heir to a fortune, Marguerite is destined for a life of prosperity and gentility. Then she is orphaned, and her guardian--an enigmatic and volatile man--spends her inheritance and insists she accompany him on an expedition to New France. That journey takes a unexpected turn when Marguerite, accused of betrayal, is brutally punished and abandoned on a small island.

Heartwood (a Read with Jenna Pick)

by Amity Gaige

"The best thriller of 2025." --The Boston Globe * "Genius." --The Washington Post

"A literary thriller of the highest order" (Elin Hilderbrand, New York Times bestselling author of The Perfect Couple), Heartwood takes you on a gripping journey as a search and rescue team race against time after a woman mysteriously disappears on the Appalachian Trail.

In the heart of the Maine woods, an experienced Appalachian Trail hiker goes missing. She is forty-two-year-old Valerie Gillis, who has vanished 200 miles from her final destination. Alone in the wilderness, Valerie pours her thoughts into fractured, poetic letters to her mother as she battles the elements and struggles to keep hoping.

Culpability (Oprah's Book Club)

by Bruce Holsinger

- OPRAH'S BOOK CLUB PICK - NATIONAL BESTSELLER - NEW YORKER BEST BOOKS OF 2025 - REAL SIMPLE BEST BOOKS OF 2025

A suspenseful family drama about moral responsibility in the age of artificial intelligence.

When the Cassidy-Shaws' autonomous minivan collides with an oncoming car, seventeen-year-old Charlie is in the driver's seat, with his father, Noah, riding shotgun. In the back seat, tweens Alice and Izzy are on their phones, while their mother, Lorelei, a world leader in the field of artificial intelligence, is absorbed in her work. 

Atmosphere: A GMA Book Club Pick: A Love Story

by Taylor Jenkins Reid

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - GOOD MORNING AMERICA BOOK CLUB PICK 

"NASA? Space missions? The '80s? This is a collection of all the things I love."--Andy Weir, author of Project Hail Mary and The Martian

A GOOD HOUSEKEEPING BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR

Joan Goodwin has been obsessed with the stars for as long as she can remember. Thoughtful and reserved, Joan is content with her life as a professor of physics and astronomy at Rice University and as aunt to her precocious niece, Frances. That is, until she comes across an advertisement seeking the first women scientists to join NASA's space shuttle program. Suddenly, Joan burns to be one of the few people to go to space.

☕️ For the Self-Care Seeker

Give the gift of stillness with books that nurture reflection, rest, and a little personal growth. From gentle memoirs to mindfulness reads, these are stories and guides that remind us to slow down, breathe deeply, and savor the season.

Complete Guide to Natural Home Remedies: Over 100 Recipes--Essential Oils, Herbs, and Natural Ingredients to Treat Common Aches and Pains

by Melissa Corkhill

Complete Guide to Natural Home Remedies is a comprehensive guide including 100+ recipes and nearly 70 applications to understanding how to use herbs and oils to help the mind, body and soul. Herbal remedies include everything from teas to ointments to tonics and tinctures. They help with ailments such as bug bites and stings, food poisoning, insomnia, shingles, sore throat, acne, arthritis and so much more! Easy to follow chapters are divided by the body's primary systems including digestive, nervous, respiratory, urinary, and skin as well as sections on the remedies to help the heart and mind. With the recipes and their uses in the forefront, this book is the go-to guide for home remedies.

Jump and Find Joy: Embracing Change in Every Season of Life

by Hoda Kotb

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

From #1 New York Times bestselling author and beloved former Today co-host Hoda Kotb comes her most personal, ambitious book yet--a guide to dealing with change and upheaval, even (and perhaps especially) when it's unexpected.

Hoda Kotb didn't expect to join the Today show at age forty-four. Or to become a mother at fifty-two. Or to leave Today and embark on a new adventure at sixty! Change doesn't always arrive when we expect it, and its effects are anything but predictable. But Hoda believes that the benefits of change can be extraordinary...if we're willing to listen to and learn from them.

Undercover Kindness: Saying Yes to Love, No to Fear, and Embracing the Life-Changing Power of Ordinary Generosity

by Jimmy Darts

NATIONAL BESTSELLER - One spark of love can change everything. The social media sensation known for his viral "random acts of kindness" videos invites you to discover a bigger, more meaningful existence, one act of generosity at a time.
 

Jimmy Darts is convinced that the most fun we can have is to spread joy and kindness with no inhibition. He travels to thrift shops, laundromats, street corners, and grocery stores, looking for good Samaritans willing to help a down-on-his-luck stranger--and rewarding them extravagantly when they say yes. "Most of these people have been paying it forward their whole life," Darts writes, “but no one's noticed. This is their moment. God notices. And I want to let them know.”

📖 For the Story Collector

For readers who treat books like treasures, this list is filled with beautiful editions worth displaying. Think cloth-bound classics, illustrated favorites, and literary keepsakes that feel as good in your hands as they do in your heart. A gift that’s as timeless as the stories inside.

The Great Gatsby

by F Scott Fitzgerald - Mint Editions

The Great Gatsby (1925) is a novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Published at the height of Fitzgerald's career as a leading writer of American fiction, The Great Gatsby was reviewed poorly by contemporary critics, but has since been recognized as a groundbreaking work for its vision of American decadence and decay.

Little Women

by Louisa May Alcott - Mint Editions

Little Women is the triumphant novel by Louisa May Alcott that has inspired nearly all who've read it. The inspiration for several major motion pictures, miniseries, plays, and more, discover the fantastical adventures set about by the memorable March sisters the world has come to love.

Frankenstein

by Mary Shelley - Mint Editions

Brilliant young scientist Victor Frankenstein's drive to create life leads him to animate a creature assembled from the bodies of the dead. Horrified at the result, Frankenstein flees. Alone, it learns of its ghastly nature and dreams of how it might find some kind of happiness. Seeking out Frankenstein, the creature offers a terrible ultimatum, create for it a companion or suffer its merciless revenge.

Wuthering Heights

by Emily Brontë - Mint Editions

In this new edition of Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte, re-read the classic love story that has haunted and inspired nearly who've come across it. From the burning love between Catherine and Heathcliff to the estranged family dynamics at Wuthering Heights, Bronte's novel explores the dangers of a love that remains forever unrequited.

🍽️ For the Aspiring Chef

For those who see a recipe as both art and adventure, these culinary books inspire creativity one delicious page at a time. From chef memoirs to stunning cookbooks, each title celebrates food as a way to connect, explore, and express love—especially around the holiday table.

Good Things: Recipes and Rituals to Share with People You Love: A Cookbook

by Samin Nosrat - Aya Brackett

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - From the author of Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat--and one of America's most beloved chefs and teachers--125 meticulously tested, flavor-forward, soul-nourishing recipes that bring joy and a sense of communion

With all the generosity of spirit that has endeared her to millions of fans, Samin Nosrat offers more than 125 of her favorite recipes--simply put, the things she most loves to cook for herself and for friends--and infuses them with all the beauty and care you would expect from the person Alice Waters called "America's next great cooking teacher." As Samin says, “Recipes, like rituals, endure because they're passed down to us--whether by ancestors, neighbors, friends, strangers on the internet, or me to you. A written recipe is just a shimmering decoy for the true inheritance: the thread of connection that cooking it will unspool.”

Martha: The Cookbook: 100 Favorite Recipes, with Lessons and Stories from My Kitchen

by Martha Stewart

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - Martha Stewart celebrates her landmark 100th book with an intimate collection of 100 treasured recipes, along with stunning photos from her personal archives and the stories behind them. A must for anyone who has ever been inspired by the one and only Martha.

Join Martha in the kitchen as she shares favorite recipes and invaluable tips. Learn how to cook her mother's humble Potato Pierogi, her decadent Gougères, a comforting Apple Brioche Bread Pudding, and the famous Paella she makes for the luckiest friends who visit her in summer. You'll find something to satisfy everyone's taste, whether it's a simple meal you make for yourself, a weeknight family dinner, or a special celebration, recipes range from breakfast & brunch to soups & salads, hors d'oeuvres, cocktails, dinner, and of course dessert.

What to Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking - A Cookbook

by Caroline Chambers - Eva Kolenko

THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES, USA TODAY, AND INDIE BESTSELLER

With three little boys less than two years apart and a packed schedule as an online creator, Caroline Chambers often doesn't feel like cooking. Can you relate? When you just can't motivate yourself in the kitchen, this is the simple cookbook you should reach for.

Inspired by Caro's wildly popular Substack newsletter of the same name, What to Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking is brimming with efficient recipes that take the guesswork out of dinner--in fact, each one is a complete meal: protein, veg, starch, done! The recipes are organized by the amount of time they take to cook, so whether you have 15 minutes to throw together Peanutty Pork and Brussels or a little bit longer to simmer Turkey Bolognese with Sneaky Veggies, dinnertime is totally doable. On top of that, Caro gives you more ways to choose, so you can search by protein (Chicken thighs waiting in the fridge? Make White Chicken Chili. Nothing but beans in the pantry? Cannellini Caprese with Burrata is it!) or mood (Tomato Farrotto is perfect for a cozy craving, and Crunchy Honey Harissa Fish Tacos are an excellent way to show off). 

🕯️ For the Nostalgic Reader

For anyone who misses the magic of their first favorite book, these titles bring that spark back. Filled with wonder, heart, and a touch of nostalgia, they’re the literary equivalent of hot cocoa on a snowy afternoon. Perfect for reminiscing over a beautiful illustrated version of your favorite book. 

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone: The Illustrated Edition (Harry Potter, Book 1): Volume 1

by J K Rowling - Jim Kay

The first book in the beloved, bestselling Harry Potter series, now illustrated in stunning full color by award-winning artist Jim Kay in a deluxe jacketed hardcover edition with illustrated endpapers and a ribbon bookmark. A gift to be treasured by Harry Potter fans.

The Hobbit: Illustrated Edition

by J R R Tolkien - Jemima Catlin

Give this beautiful gift edition of J.R.R. Tolkien's enchanting tale, The Hobbit, fully illustrated by artist Jemima Catlin.

In The Hobbit, Bilbo Baggins enjoys a comfortable, unambitious life, rarely traveling farther than the pantry of his hobbit-hole in Bag End. But his contentment is disturbed when the wizard Gandalf and a company of thirteen dwarves arrive on his doorstep to whisk him away on a journey to raid the treasure hoard of Smaug the Magnificent, a large and very dangerous dragon.…

The Princess Bride: An Illustrated Edition of S. Morgenstern's Classic Tale of True Love and High Adventure

by William Goldman - Michael Manomivibul

A beautifully illustrated hardcover gift edition of William Goldman's beloved story of Buttercup, Westley, and their fellow adventurers

As Florin and Guilder teeter on the verge of war, the reluctant Princess Buttercup is devastated by the loss of her true love, kidnapped by a mercenary and his henchman, rescued by a pirate, forced to marry Prince Humperdinck, and rescued once again by the very crew who absconded with her in the first place. In the course of this dazzling adventure, she'll meet Vizzini--the criminal philosopher who'll do anything for a bag of gold; Fezzik--the gentle giant; Inigo--the Spaniard whose steel thirsts for revenge; and Count Rugen--the evil mastermind behind it all. Foiling all their plans and jumping into their stories is Westley, Princess Buttercup's one true love and a very good friend of a very dangerous pirate.

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy: The Illustrated Edition

by Douglas Adams

This beautifully illustrated edition of the New York Times bestselling classic celebrates the 42nd anniversary of the original publication--with all-new art by award-winning illustrator Chris Riddell.

Nominated as one of America's best-loved novels by PBS's The Great American Read

It's an ordinary Thursday morning for Arthur Dent . . . until his house gets demolished. The Earth follows shortly after to make way for a new hyperspace express route, and Arthur's best friend has just announced that he's an alien.

After that, things get much, much worse.

🖋️ For the Memoir Lover

Give the gift of a life well lived—or a story too compelling to put down. Memoirs let readers step inside someone else’s shoes, experience triumphs, heartbreaks, and secrets, and emerge inspired or moved. Perfect for the friend who loves a mix of honesty, adventure, and unforgettable voices between the pages.

Book of Lives: A Memoir of Sorts

by Margaret Atwood

How does one of the greatest storytellers of our time write her own life? The long-awaited memoir from the author of The Handmaid's Tale and The Testaments, one of our most lauded and influential cultural figures.

'Every writer is at least two beings: the one who lives, and the one who writes. Though everything written must have passed through their minds, or mind, they are not the same.'

Raised by ruggedly independent, scientifically minded parents - entomologist father, dietician mother - Atwood spent most of each year in the wild forest of northern Quebec. This childhood was unfettered and nomadic, sometimes isolated (on her eighth birthday: 'It sounds forlorn. It was forlorn. It gets more forlorn.'), but also thrilling and beautiful.

All the Way to the River: Oprah's Book Club: Love, Loss, and Liberation

by Elizabeth Gilbert

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

AN OPRAH'S BOOK CLUB PICK

In 2000, Elizabeth Gilbert met Rayya. They became friends, then best friends, then inseparable. When tragedy entered their lives, the truth was finally laid bare: The two were in love. They were also a pair of addicts, on a collision course toward catastrophe.

I'll Have What She's Having

by Chelsea Handler

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - In hilarious and tender essays, Chelsea Handler shares her unforgettable story of becoming the woman she always wanted to be.

There's a woman I want to become, Chelsea Handler thought as a child. She'll be strong and confident. She'll light up a room and spread that light to make others feel better. She'll make a living being herself. She'll be a survivor. 

At ten years old, Chelsea opened a lemonade stand and realized she'd make more money if the drinks were spiked. So she added vodka to her recipe and used her earnings to upgrade herself to first-class on a family vacation--leaving her parents and siblings in coach. 

🎨 For the Hobby Enthusiast

Fuel their next creative obsession with books that inspire making, crafting, or simply doing. Whether it’s learning to knit, paint, garden, or decorate, these reads invite readers to unwind, explore, and find joy in the process. The perfect pairing for a cozy afternoon and a cup of tea.

Little Woodchucks: Offerman Woodshop's Guide to Tools and Tomfoolery

by Nick Offerman - Lee Buchanan

*Instant New York Times Bestseller!*

From New York Times bestselling author, Emmy-winning actor, and charismatically carnivorous woodworker Nick Offerman and his fellow champion creator Lee Buchanan (who is also not averse to delicious meats), an illustrated woodworking guide with projects for the whole family

Are you a parent or an otherwise amply sized Woodchuck interested in making projects with, or for, your kids? Or are you an aspiring small Woodchuck ready to get into some quality mischief that involves a hammer, nails, and your very own pocketknife? Well, do we have a guide for you!

Flora Nouveaux: Not Your Grandma's Dried Flowers

by Carla Wingett - Jennifer Olson

Embrace the unique and sustainable beauty of dried flowers with this bright, fun, and modern flower book from Carla Wingett, popular flower designer and founder of Idlewild Floral.

Move over dusty, neutral bouquets! Dried flowers get a much-needed makeover in Flora Nouveaux, a contemporary color-forward take on dried floral arrangements. Combining hundreds of gorgeous images with easy-to-follow how-to guidance on drying and arranging stunning blooms, expert florist Carla Wingett puts the power in your hands to easily create spectacular, sustainable, showstopping dried arrangements for any occasion. 

Indian Block Printing: An Inspirational Project Book

by Holly Jones - Tess Grace

Immerse yourself in India's textile heritage with 14 projects on fabric, card, paper and clay.

These modern step-by-step projects draw inspiration from the artisans working in traditional block print workshops around Jaipur. From simple motifs to intricate patterns - and from tablecloths and tote bags to air-dry clay and gift wrapping - the instructions can be followed both by beginners and experienced crafters.

No matter who’s on your holiday shopping list, the perfect book is out there waiting to be discovered. From the holiday baker to the self-care seeker, from binge-worthy series for when one book just isn’t enough to memoirs that inspire, our Page & Pairing gift guide helps you find thoughtful, meaningful gifts for every kind of reader. Wrap up a story, share a world, and give the joy of reading this season!