Yikes. How did that happen? One minute it was summer, the next it was LESS THAN FOUR WEEKS 'TIL CHRISTMAS.
But have no fear. The bookish Christmas fairy is here to help.
Just as I did last year (see here and here), I've put together a two-part Christmas gift guide with some fun suggestions for the book lovers in your life.
The following gifts, which have been arranged by price from low to high, are inspired by literature. Tomorrow I will concentrate on books and magazines as gifts.
Note that prices, availability and links are subject to change without notice, but were correct at the time I compiled this. The prices quoted do not include any postage or packaging charges. And fear not: this isn't a sponsored post, these are merely fun items I've discovered while scooting around the internet. I haven't accepted payment or anything in return for featuring them on this page. Just so you know.
I Love Darcy Lip Balm (four flavours available), £4.99, The Jane Austen Centre
Novel Teas: 25 Literary Tea Bags, £7.99, What The Dickens?
I Capture The Castle Strong Canvas Shopper, £9.95, The Literary Gift Company
365 Penguin Classics To Read Before You Die Desk Calendar 2012, £9.99, Calendar Club
Faublous Woman Gift Bundle, includes book and chocolate bar (other bundles available), £11.99, The Chocolate Library
London Transport bookend — Black cab and Routemaster, £18.40 each, Not On The High Street.Com
In Cold Blood T-shirt (Men's), £25, Bookish
Book laptop case, £33.99, I Want One Of Those
Bedside Booklight, £41.99 (free delivery), Firebox
Pride and Prejudice and Zombies! full text poster (other designs available), £62.99 (unframed), Spineless Classics
Hope this helps your Christmas planning! If there's anything you fancy for yourself, just email this permalink to your loved ones as a not-so-subtle hint. Remember to come back tomorrow for more gift suggestions.
