18 Cheap Bookworm Gifts (Under $12)

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Inexpensive gifts for book lovers under $12

Are you searching for budget friendly book lover gifts? Let me help you. I have put together affordable reading gifts for the bookworms in your life. 

The best part about these unique and creative bookworm gifts is that most are under $12; So even if you’re on a strict-budget, you don’t have to worry about not finding a great gift. 

From creative bookends and bookmarks to extremely low-priced bookish jewellery, you will be amazed at the high quality book-themed gifts and accessories! 

Let’s get started with booking gifts that don’t break the bank!

Bookmarks 

Let’s kick off the list of inexpensive book lover gifts with this metal leave bookmark with tassel. The elegant bookmark with leaf design is a charming gift for book lovers. 

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Bookworms always like to have inspirational book quote bookmarks. So the watercolour sunset bookmark is a budget gift idea for people who love reading.  If you are looking for doodle-style bookmarks,  get this cute item.

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Now this wooden bookmark is  another cheap but thoughtful gifts for literary fans. I loved that its in the shape of a rose, which means, this is a beautiful Valentine’s day bookmark for book lovers.  By the way, if you’re looking for more affordable book-themed Valentine’s day gifts, look through this post-> 20 Most Romantic Valentine’s Day Gifts For Book Lovers 2023, 

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Book-themed badge holder 

I really wish I could go back to college, just to use this badge holder. Book genres keychain badge holder is definitely budget-friendly, bookish present for librarians and students. It’s also fun to show off to others that you’re a bookworm and love reading all genres. 

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Harry Potter vinyl stickers 

If you’re looking for incredibly low-priced Harry Potter themed gifts, your search ends here. These Harry Potter vinyl stickers are a super cute present idea for any Potterheads. That Harry Potter enthusiasts in your life would be definitely happy with these exclusive collections of cut stickers. Fun gifts for teens, kids and adults.  You can find more Harry Potter themed gifts in this post->21 Cool & Trending Harry Potter Gifts For Teens

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Literary Wall Art 

Book page print featuring George R.R. Martin’s famous quote is a budget-friendly literary home decor gift. Keep in mind that this is just a page print. So you have to buy the frame separately. This black poster frame is a cost-effective option. Or if you think the gift receiver is more into vintage frames,  this set of two vintage brown rustic frames are also a excellent present choice.

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You can’t help but fall in love with It’s a good day to read book sign. The colour, the font and the design is a dream. This vintage wall piece is an extremely reasonably priced  gift for people who love books. 

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Love Reading poster is  another present in the most affordable prices.  What I love the most is of course the vivid colour and the gorgeous stack of books. 

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Book-themed stationery  

You will be surprised to know how incredibly affordable Alice Wonderland greeting card is.  I am a huge fan of book-themed greeting cards, so when I found this cheap yet high -quality card, I had to put it in the list. Its also a sustainably sourced card, so yet another reason to get this right away. 

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Alice disposable plates is truly an inexpensive literary gift for the fans of Alice in Wonderland party suppliers. Customers have given it a high rating for its durability and sturdiness. So if you know your bookish friend loves to throw book-themed summer parties, you know what to give them. 

You can also snap some of these similar party supplies ( but a little bit above $12.   

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Book Clear Stamps

Bookish stamps are a thing these days. Your gift receiver can use the bookshelf stamp to decorate the journals, decoration  and scrapbooking. 

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Book lover keychain is truly an impressive bookish accessory. The keychain is made in stainless steel and makes an excellent choice of gift for book loving  bibliophiles. 

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You wouldn’t believe me if I say this handmade wooden piece is an ideal frugal gift for readers. This unique specs holder is a functional and decorative piece. 

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If you’ve a book quote enthusiast  in your life, you don’t have to think twice to pick this literary quotes calendar. Not only is it extremely economical, but also beautiful and very well organized. 

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Customers are raving about  Winnie-the-Pooh keyring as its top-notch bookish item at a highly affordable rate. 

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I am a big fan of out of print literary enamel pins. As the brand seems to understand what  bookworms would love to own. I couldn’t choose just one. So, I am mentioning a few of my favorite pins  that would make excellent low-cost  literary gifts.  

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This coffee and book pin is also a suitable gift idea. 

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Anne of Green Gables lovers  would absolutely fall in love with this adorable autumn themed  sticker. If your gift recipient really really loves Anne Shirley, maybe you could also grab an Anne of Green Gables tote bag. ( A little over the budget, perhaps) 

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Bookworms love scrapbooking. So aesthetic scrapbook kit is a creative gift for book enthusiasts. The vintage kit has 531 pcs of scrapbooking supplies. 

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The bookshelf background is a fabulous gift to transform a room into a cozy bookish nook. Whether for taking bookstagram photos , work video calls or just to simply showcase the love of books, this bookcase backdrop is an extremely cost-effective bookish gift. 

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Bookish clothing and accessories 

There are many cheap but thoughtful literary socks that are great for bookworms. These comfy pair of book quote socks are my favorite.

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Funny bookworm socks

Cute comfy pair with books and worm design

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shh im reading socks

Fun and useful gift for people who love spending endless hours reading.

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So many books so little time socks

Gorgeous pinkish reading socks for comfort and style.

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Bookworms love makeup too. So choose this novelty makeup bag to surprise that bookish friend.

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Funky knee high socks with Jane Austen theme is ultra soft, high-quality and inexpensive bookish merchandise.

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If you’re looking for more bookish knee high socks, Harry Potter socks is also ideal choice.

This portable compact makeup mirror with book quote is a suitable gift option for book enthusiast, if you’re on a tight budget.

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Literary Jewellery 

This bibliophile book bracelet with quotes is a charming bookish present and doesn’t cost a fortune.  

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Reading light 

Bibliophiles are in love with this affordable reading accessory. This  LED book light has more than 31k ratings for all the right reasons. 

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Bookends 

Metal bookends are highly in demand for its unique design and sturdiness.  Which is why I love this tree of life bookend, an inexpensive surprise for avid readers.  

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Bookplates

Antiquarian Bookplates

You can absolutely transform your library with these personalized book plates. This 55 book plates is creative and sophisticated also feature beautiful book quotes. Gift this reasonably priced yet gorgeous book present to your bookworm buddy.

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Book mug

Bookworms always drink tea or coffee while cozying up with a good book. So gifting Just one more chapter mug is a fabulous idea. Crafted from high quality ceramic, this mug is safe to use in the microwave and dishwasher. And I love the fact that the mug features the most popular bookish quote. 

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If you are looking for really classic-novel themed mug, the Anne of Green Gables Mug doesn’t cost a fortune.

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For the Winnie the Pooh fans in your life, this camper mug is a cost-effective literary gift with quality. The cute illustration makes it a unique mug for kids and adults. 

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Giftable books based on popular classics

Book enthusiasts can’t never have enough Harry Potter gifts. The unofficial Harry Potter spellbook is another great present for Potterhead. The spellbook is incredibly cheap but also an exceptional quality. 

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The young wizards and witches of your life will also love 

Filled with gorgeous illustrations and sumptuous recipes, The Secret Garden cookbook is a perfect present idea for classic book lovers.  This highly economical cookbook features 50 recipes in total. 

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How gorgeous are these tiny collections of the Bard’s best lines. Book lovers love to collect hard cover books with captivating design. So grab affordable reading gift for Shakespeare fans and book lovers in general.  

Also skim through this list to find more Shakespeare themed books->  23 Gifts for Shakespeare Lovers ( Unique & Cool)

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Book lover activity book

Along with reading, bibliophiles love doing fun and exciting puzzles and activities. A Lit lover’s activity book offers 65 engaging activities for readers. There are many crosswords, matching games to unleash creativity. 

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For the puzzle loving puzzle-loving book readers, this  literary puzzle is a rare gift. The book features 120 craft conundrums that will test book lover’s  knowledge on Shakespeare, Mark Twain, Marcel Proust and many more. 

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Colouring books are the best way to relax your mood. So why not grab The Dr. Seuss coloring book to gift Dr. Suess enthusiast and an avid reader. 

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Jane Austen themed colouring book is a inexpensive bookish item that includes 52 quotes to color. The quotes are from Austen’s popular novels Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility, Emma, and Persuasion. 

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This addictive  Wordoku is created just for fans of Jane Austen and Pride and Prejudice. Pride and Prejudice Wordoku has keywords from the novel. 

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If the bookish friend of yours is a puzzle lover, here are a few more recommendations. 

Bookish ornaments 

In my opinion bookish ornaments are perfect gifts for any time of the year. Especially if you have kiddos, who love bookish presents. Book nerd everyday ornament is an adorable and frugal bookishgift idea. If you’re looking for more creative bookish ornaments, take a look at this post->24 Magical Harry Potter Christmas Tree Ornaments for 2022

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Literary notebooks

Bookworms love journals to jot down their thoughts and goals. Now poetry journals are even better as they come with writing prompts. This lined poetry journal  has 48 poetry prompts to provide inspiration. 

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How fun it is to track books! Booknerds genuinely love reading and tracking what they’ve read. Because of this reason reading logs are immensely popular gift ideas. The reading journal with 100 spacious record pages is an low-priced bookish present for sure! 

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For the lovers of books and botanical blooms, this  botanical reading journal is a dream come true. The journal has got many pages for writing book reviews, reading tracker and reading list.

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Bookish storage Box

These farmhouse book boxes embellished with elegant patterns are great to preserve any keepsake moments. Things such as old childhood  books or favorite bookmarks. People adore the item as it’s an inexpensive bookish present for readers in their lives.  

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Book themed Utensil

Book quote engraved spoon 

The inspirational quote engraved spoon is also another finest literary gift if you’re on a budget.

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Bookish room decor

Book Pillow Cover

I am in love with this cute throw pillow cover featuring a cat. Crafted from cotton and lines, this is a comfortable piece for your reading couch. 

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If you love throw pillow covers with book quotes here are two options. 

So there you’ve the best budget-friendly literary gifts bookworms.

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Stephy George
Stephy George

Hi I am Stephy ! I became a bookworm in my late twenties. So I created this little corner of books online to share my love of reading with YOU! I want to help you find the best books to read so you won’t ever have to worry about your next read!

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