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Gift ideas, reading gear and everyday finds.
HeyDude Wendy Washed Floral Shoes
HEYDUDE Wendy Washed Floral: a lightweight floral shoe with elastic laces and a cushioned insole, made to wear with a dress or washed denim.
Do Not Disturb, I’m Reading T-Shirt
Do Not Disturb, I'm Reading T-Shirt: a hand-printed cat-and-book graphic T-Shirt in sizes S to XXL. A gift for readers who need quiet.
Fowl Language Mug
Fowl Language Mug: an 11 oz dishwasher-safe ceramic mug with hand-drawn birds and cheeky names, designed by Sarah Edmonds. A gift for bird lovers.
Uterus Bottle Stopper
Uterus Bottle Stopper: a hand-carved solid brass wine stopper from designer Erica Loring. A body-positive conversation piece for hosts and gift tables.
Banned Books Puzzle and Reading Checklist
Banned Books Puzzle and Reading Checklist: a 500-piece puzzle in a book-shaped box, with a 60-plus title checklist to start your TBR list.
Fowl Language Tea Towel
Fowl Language Tea Towel: a UK-made cotton tea towel with cheeky bird illustrations, in Peckers or Cocks. A pun-filled gift for hosts and cooks.
Betsey Johnson Black Rhinestone Spider Cocktail Ring
Betsey Johnson Black Rhinestone Spider Cocktail Ring: size 7 stretch ring with glass crystal accents, a spooky-season gift for jewelry fans.
Alex and Ani Holding Us All Together Tension Paperclip Bracelet Bangle
Alex and Ani Holding Us All Together Tension Bangle: gold-plated brass with a paper clip front, a thank-you gift for teachers and coworkers.
How we pick
Our shelves have standards (low ones, but standards). Here is what a pick has to clear before it gets rung up.
Does what it promises
No gap between the listing and the box.
Survives the honeymoon phase
Still earning its shelf space weeks later.
Worth the money
The price makes sense once you hold it.
The book archive
Where it all started: book reviews from 2013 to 2022.
Kept here for reference. These reviews are older, so titles, prices and availability may have changed.
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