3 French Hens: A Gift Guide for the Bookworms

Today is Sunday, December 22, 2013.  If we were having a literal countdown of the “Twelve days of Christmas” song, we would receive “three French hens” today.

There are only three days until Christmas!

Here is a gift guide for some of the book-lovers on your list:

For Kids and Young Adults:

Dewdney: Llama Llama and the Bully Goat

A book about identifying and forgiving bullies.

Dahl: Roald Dahl 15-book box set

The classics you grew up with, all in one place.  A great gift for kids and adults.

Carle: Friends

Another great book by Eric Carle—this one focuses on the power of friendship.

Bemelmans: Madeline

Your favorite little girls in two straight lines.

Pilkey: The New Captain Underpants Collection

Perfect for kids who are stubborn when it comes to reading.  These books are sure to get them reading—and laughing.

Montgomery: The Complete Anne of Green Gables Set

A must-read for young ladies.  I cannot recommend these books enough.

Herriot: The Complete Box Set by James Herriot

James Herriot, a veterinary surgeon, writes about his animal adventures in Yorkshire England before, during, and after WWII.  You’ll laugh, cry, and love these books.

Roth: Divergent Series Complete Box Set

A fresh, compelling twist on the popular “dystopia” theme.

For Adults:

Gladwell: David and Goliath: Underdogs, Misfits, and the Art of Battling Giants

Another thought-provoking book by Malcolm Gladwell.

Higashida: The Reason I Jump: The Inner Voice of a Thirteen-Year-Old Boy with Autism

A fascinating journey with teenager, Naoki, as he explains autism in his own words.

Stein: The Art of Racing in the Rain

A touching book told from the canine perspective.

Martin: A Game of Thrones 5-Book Boxed Set

It’s not just for young adults–read the books that everyone is talking about.

Ambrose: Band of Brothers: E Company, 506^th Regiment, 101^st Airborne from Normany to Hitler’s Eagle’s Nest

An amazing story of American courage during WWII.

Hirsi Ali: Infidel

A gripping, eye-opening autobiography of a courageous woman who fought back against tradition.