A popular gift these days is a book or a gift card to a bookstore. But why not take it to the next level and make your own book lover’s gift basket. This is a great gift basket idea that is guaranteed to delight the bookworm in your life because it is loaded with all sorts of treasures to make the book reading experience complete.

It’s not difficult at all to craft a book lover’s gift basket. Your first step is to find an attractive basket that’s large enough to contain everything you will be adding to it. You might want to choose a decorative basket, or just get a plain one and paint it (make sure it’s completely dry before you start filling it.)

You’ll need a piece of fabric to line the basket with. You can be creative with patterns and colors if your basket is pretty plain. Otherwise, pick something that doesn’t compete with the basket.

Your book lover likely has a favorite genre or certain author they particularly enjoy. Use this as a guide for choosing a few books that you think they will like. The salesperson in the bookstore will probably be able to make some recommendations, and might even know if other authors are similar in style to your recipient’s favorite.

Also, pick up a gift card to add to the basket so that your reader can choose his or her own book. And select an interesting bookmarker that will have some meaning for the recipient.

Snuggling up with a good book is a time honored tradition among bookworms. So include a pair of thick, cozy socks, as well as some beverages and snacks. Choose an assortment of gourmet hot chocolate or specialty teas, along with an interesting mug. Tuck in some fancy snacks such as chocolate covered pretzels or imported cookies.

A clip-on book light is a good idea for those who like to read in bed at night without disturbing their partner. And some like to read while soaking in a tub of bubbles, so a bath pillow would be a useful item.

A book lover’s gift basket is bound to be a hit with anyone who is an avid reader. If their favorite activity is to indulge in a good book along with some tasty treats, your recipient will be delighted when you present them with this special gift.

So if you’ve run out of ideas for what to give to someone who loves to read, and you don’t want to get them just another plain old book, make them a book lover’s gift basket. It’s a gift that will never be forgotten.