In this holiday gift picks episode, the team recommends books for kids of different ages, young readers, and for gift exchanges. There are also recommendations for fantasy, sci-fi, and YA fantasy series, as well as suggestions for US history books and classics. The speaker shares book recommendations on World War II and the Holocaust, introduces sponsors, and discusses cookbooks and nature-focused books.
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Quick takeaways
Consider gifting your grandfather 'The Measure' by Nikki Erlich, 'The Uncommon Reader' by Alan Bennett, or 'The Comfort of Crows' by Margaret Rinkle for heartwarming stories and memorable writing.
If your husband enjoys realistic science fiction, gift him 'The Anthropocene Reviewed' by John Green, 'Cloud Cookaland' by Anthony Doerr, or 'Underground Airlines' by Ben H. Winters for fast-paced plots and thought-provoking storytelling.
For your friend who enjoys nature and animal-focused books, gift her 'The Secret Lives of Church Ladies' by Deesha Philyaw, 'The City of Girls' by Elizabeth Gilbert, or 'The Comfort of Crows' by Dorthen Norse for heartwarming stories and a love for nature and animals.
Deep dives
Heartwarming Historical Fiction Recommendations for Your Grandfather
For your grandfather who loves history nonfiction and World War II books, consider gifting him "The Measure" by Nikki Erlich, "The Uncommon Reader" by Alan Bennett, or "The Comfort of Crows" by Margaret Rinkle. These books offer heartwarming stories, complex characters, and memorable writing that your grandfather will enjoy.
Engaging Science Fiction Picks for Your Husband
If your husband enjoys realistic science fiction, consider gifting him "The Anthropocene Reviewed" by John Green, "Cloud Cookaland" by Anthony Doerr, or "Underground Airlines" by Ben H. Winters. These books offer fast-paced plots, engaging narratives, and thought-provoking storytelling that will keep your husband entertained.
Nature and Animal-Focused Reads for Your Friend in Her 80s
For your friend who enjoys nature and animal-focused books, consider gifting her "The Secret Lives of Church Ladies" by Deesha Philyaw, "The City of Girls" by Elizabeth Gilbert, or "The Comfort of Crows" by Dorthen Norse. These books offer heartwarming stories, memorable writing, and a love for nature and animals that will resonate with your friend.
Historical Fiction Picks for Your Sisters-in-Law
For your sisters-in-law who enjoy historical fiction, consider gifting them "Lillian Boxfish Takes a Walk" by Kathleen Rooney, "Heating and Cooling" by Beth Ann Fennelly, or "The Measure" by Nikki Erlich. These books offer heartwarming stories, complex characters, and unique formats that will provide an enjoyable and memorable reading experience.
Books for a Family Reading Group with Varying Tastes
For your family reading group, consider gifting them "The Uncommon Reader" by Alan Bennett, "The Anthropocene Reviewed" by John Green, or "Heating and Cooling" by Beth Ann Fennelly. These books offer heartwarming stories, complex characters, memorable writing, and unique formats that will spark great discussions and provide an enjoyable reading experience for everyone.
Heartwarming and Memorable Cookbooks for Your Sister
For your sister who loves cookbooks, consider gifting her "Let's Eat" by Dan Pelosi, "Food Network Star Molly A's Cookbook", or "Joan Nathan's Cookbook Collection". These cookbooks offer not only delicious recipes, but also heartwarming stories, memorable writing, and unique formats that will provide a great reading experience for your sister.
Each year, we recommend books for the readers on your holiday season gift list. While it's become one of our favorite annual traditions, this year we're putting a fresh spin on it: for the first time, our team members are joining Anne to offer their gifting recommendations. Over the past few weeks, we've collected listener requests for book recommendations for everyone from young kids to elders, and today's episode is full of so many fantastic recommendations. Even if you didn't send in a question, you're sure to hear about a book that's perfect for you or a reader you love.
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