Christmas Gift Guide 2023

‘Tis the season to give BOOKS!


(Whether that’s gifts for your friend and family, or gifts for yourself – we won’t judge!)

We may be biased, but we think that books make great gifts, so this year why not choose a title from one of our university presses – there’s something for everyone on your list!

From delicious plant-based recipes to tales of working in restaurants, here’s our selection of books for the foodies on your Christmas list.

For those who like a festive tipple, we’ve got cocktail creations from the jazz age and beyond and tales of the women who created the whisky industry.

Looking for a book for the music lover in your life? We’ve got you covered. With a wide selection of music writing, we’re sure to have the perfect gift for them.

Whether it’s football, tennis, golf or roller derby they’re obsessed with, we’ve got books for all the sports fans on your list this Christmas.

From movie icons to 21st century film essentials, we’ve got a great selection of books to gift film buffs this Christmas.

Bee keeping, bird communication and edible plants – we’ve got a book for all types of nature lover to enjoy this Christmas.

Find the perfect gift for those who love art with our art book recommendations.

Browse our selection of LGBTQ+ fiction to find the perfect book to gift this Christmas.

From female beauty to otherworldly landscapes, we’ve rounded up a selection of beautiful books to gift to those who love photography.

If they’re fascinated by serial killers and unsolved kidnappings, we have a selection of books that are the perfect gift for your true crime fans this Christmas.

Here’s our selection of books to gift anyone concerned about climate change, environment, and the sustainable future.