30 Best Books to Give as Gifts This Season, Including Memoirs and Mysteries

When you have a bookworm on your holiday shopping list, you can't go wrong with picking up the next great read. From gorgeous coffee table books that do double duty as decor, to kids' books that will have the little ones begging for "just one more story," and of course some of the best books of 2019 for the reader who's always up on the latest thing, these books for gifts will help you make like Saint Nick without worrying about whether the present will fit down the chimney.

Some of these books will work wonderfully for those who aren't big readers, but have a particular interest you'd like to tap into (think travelers who may need ideas for their next destination, kitchen wizards always on the lookout for the next recipe, or that friend who always seems to know the latest celebrity gossip). Books for gifts are also perfect for people who have everything. Even if they buy themselves the latest gadgets on release day, already have a closet full of the perfect outfits, and turn up their nose at fun tchotchkes, hardly anyone can feel ungrateful when faced with a good read. So fire up your cart and get ready to finish your holiday shopping.

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Bets Diwali wishes to send as Whatsapp Stickers Bets Diwali wishes to send as Whatsapp Stickers. Image Source: Prokerala.com OCTOBER 23 : Diwali 2019 , is a time to get united with your family and friends. It’s that time of the year when you are excited to get gifts from your family and friends. In the midst of Lakshmi Puja, and the Diwali evening parties, do not forget to give your family members some gift. It could be something that they really wanted, or probably you felt that it would be useful for them. Choose gifts that could be traditional, eco- friendly and useful to the receiver.  Our Diwali gift ideas are something that anyone would cherish. These could be found in any store. So, move on further below.  Precious stones  Diwali gift earrings stone Image Source: IANS News diwali gifting ideas for earring  Buy jewelry that contains precious stones or gems and leave the person in awe of your choice. It is classy, and something that they would cherish all their life.  Amazon Echo  Diwali gift Amazon Echo Image Source: IANS Tech gifts for diwali  For the one who lives and breathes in a tech-filled life, maybe the new Amazon Echo will be the best gift for them. You can order this online or do a bit of research and shopping to get the best deal from physical stores.  Indoor Bonsai plants  Bonsai plant as gift for diwali Image Source: IANS Eco- friendly gift for diwali  From city life, it is always nice to add a bit of nature fresh green in your living premises. Nowadays, you could such small Bonsai plants to add more oxygen to your life. Jade plants that come in small earthen pots, or succulents, or even a small bamboo plant that can be placed in water in a cute transparent glass bowl will be appreciated by those who care for their health and the health of the environment.  Indoor air purifier  Air purifier for diwali Image Source: IANS Eco- friendly gadgets can be gifted to a loved one for diwali  Keep a mile away from pollution once you reach home. Purifiers are an expensive commodity these days, but it is great for families where there are old people and babies. They need a bit more care than the rest. This gift would be something that they would always cherish.  Mirror frames  Gift for Deepawali- Mirror frames Image Source: IANS News Special gift ideas for Diwali  It is said that beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder. Mirror frames add more beauty to the home. These coloured reflections are great for any person. Plus, this is a trending novel gift that people love to get always. There couldn’t be a better time than Diwali for this  Gold  buy golf for diwali and dhanteras Image Source: IANS gold bangle to gift  An Indian woman is naturally born with an innate love for gold. This Dhanteras, you can bring in gold into your homes and also gift some gold to your loved ones. You can prosper and watch your family prosper too.  Why buy gold for Dhanteras? Know the Mythological significance  Makeup & Personal Grooming  Makeup gifts for women on Diwali Image Source: IANS News Women in bright red lipstick  beard grooming tools Image Source: https://www.pexels.com/@joshsorenson gifts for deepawali  Be a man or woman, we all need to groom and be squeaky clean. Choose makeup kits from Nykaa or any other, and also grooming kits, and make them look flawless. These kits may be a bit pricey, but the splurge is worth it.  Spice Potli  Spice bottles are great gifts for Diwali Image Source: IANS News spice potli for festive seaosn  Spices and Indian food go hand in hand. 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The diyas are ready to be lit, the sparklers have been bought and the puja ki thali is set for Diwali to augur in prosperity. Yet, that one big question, on what to gift your friends and family lies unanswered amidst a volley of deals and sales being thrown at you. Worry not. We’ve found the 10 best gifts that are Indian-made, and easy on the pocket so that Diwali is all about the lights and good tidings. SMBStory’s exclusive list of “made in India” goodies cost just under Rs 500, a great way to start the season… economically Jewellery Bejeweled and glinting baubles are a great gift to add more sparkle to the festival of lights. 


 You can gift a bangle set, kadas, earrings, bracelets, and so much more for under Rs 500 from a plethora of option online, all made in India. Various Indian jewellery brands are offering discounts on the occasion of Diwali, and this is your chance to make it count.  Talking about jewellery gifting, Rubans Accessories founder Chinu Kala told SMBStory, “Diwali is all about lights, togetherness, and gifting. And, the hottest trend for gifting this season are handcrafted minakari jewellery delicately created by artisans turning them into pieces of art. Rubans has made gifting experience special this year by offering 60 percent discount on most of its collection.” Planters Gone are the days when red earthen planters were considered ideal gifts. Today, artisans are adding funky and stylish designs to create their own potternama. Gift hand-painted planters, face planters, or studded planters to all those green thumbs this Diwali. Available in the market and on various ecommerce portals within the range of Rs 300 to Rs 500, you can buy a designer planter set to add green to the festive occasion.  Home decor Home decor will never go out of style. Be it glowing lamp shades, intricate vases, quirky table clocks, gold lined table/bed runners, and other artefacts. With Diwali being an occasion to spruce up the home, these special pieces can enhance any ambience and add new possibilities to any interior.  The market is filled with gift sets that you can buy for your loved ones online. From colourful and kitschy brands like Chumbak and Zwende, there are many others too putting forward home decor items like diffusers, figurines, calendar sets and whatnot.  Speaking to the SMBStory, on the occasion of Diwali, Vivek Prabhakar, co-founder Chumbak said,  “One of the major demands we face during this time of the year is simplifying the gifting process with curated gift sets that meet customers last-minute gifting requirements and allow them a hassle-free shopping experience. This festive season, we have a range of gift boxes for people with different tastes and requirements. Additionally, we have a range of festive decor that can be mixed and matched to suit all gifting needs.”  Crockery The other very popular gifting routine is crockery especially since this is the season of dining at home. From cups and saucers, intricately painted plate sets or even casseroles, there are a slew of options to choose from.  What’s great about going “the kitchen and dining way” is the diverse choices you have - ceramic, glass, customised, terracotta, earthenware, and much more to suit the personality of the person you want to gift to.  Ayurvedic beauty products It’s the season to look your best. So why not go shopping for skincare products, especially Ayurvedic beauty products that are organic and wholesome to use. With the craze for beauty products high, you can be the bearer of pure and organic hampers filled with goodness this Diwali.  

 You can also customise them yourself, by picking your perfect combo online or by visiting the store according to preferences and a tight budget.  Brands like Kama Ayurveda, Forest Essentials, Sacred Salts, and more offer great hampers for gifting which you can customise according to your preferences. You can make a combo of skincare and haircare or a complete bodycare set which looks amazing while gifting. 

Wood/bamboo wind chimes It is said that wind chimes promote a constant flow of energy and bring good luck and prosperity. Just the start you need in this festival of prosperity, right?  

There are many options to choose from online. Designs in wood and bamboo or more eclectic ones in metal. All made in India, there are chimes available in paper, glass, recycled, handmade, clay and so much more.  Blue art pottery Who is not in love with traditional pottery? Though the traditional Indian blue art pottery faded years before, it is now reviving its glory with the beautiful products bringing forth. 

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Florida boys trade birthday gifts for animal food donations — and they hand delivered it

PASCO COUNTY, Fla. — Two young boys in Pasco County hand delivered animal food donations to a local shelter on Sunday after asking for the food instead of birthday gifts.

Friends Evan, 9, and Camden, 9, had a joint birthday party on Oct. 19 and asked two things of their guests: Come in your spookiest costume and bring animal food instead of a gift.

And, their friends delivered.

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The young boys ended up bringing hundreds of pounds of dog and cat food to their local SPCA.

While there, the shelter staff gave the boys a full tour so they could meet some of the animals their donations are helping.

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18 Creative Birthday Gifts Sure to Please All the Special Women in Your Life

We all have special women in our lives that come in many forms—a daughter, a sister, a friend—and once a year (at least), there is cause to celebrate this spectacular person. It’s her birthday, of course! Selecting the perfect gift can be a challenge, but we’re making it easier at My Modern Met Store. Our curated selection of birthday gifts for her offers a wide array of items that are fashionable, fun, and promote creativity.

Wearables are one choice for a unique birthday present. If you tend to avoid purchasing clothing as gifts because you have the dreaded “is this her size?” fear, remember that a shirt isn’t your only option. Scarves, bracelets, socks, and jewelry all fall into this camp. You can give your recipient wings with a bird scarf or an extra-cozy shawl. Does she love color? The Rainbow Necklace by Yellow Owl Workshop is another alternative and will go with everything she owns.

Not everyone adores accessories; some are the no-frills types that prefer practical birthday gifts. But pragmatic doesn’t have to mean boring. With an item like the Breakfast at Tiffany’s Book Clutch by Bagatelle Studio, she’ll have the elegance of Truman Capote’s celebrated novella (made iconic with a performance by Audrey Hepburn) with the functionality of a cross-body purse.

Scroll down for a smattering of birthday gift ideas for her, and be sure to check out our entire selection in My Modern Met Store.

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Kanye West's Birthday Gifts For Kim Kardashian Included A $1 Million Check

The KKW Beauty mogul told fans she had the “most relaxing birthday ever” and enjoyed it with friends and family. 

“I spent the weekend w my amazing friends in Palm Springs and then had a family dinner at my house tonight thrown by my mom and Kanye,” Kardashian wrote on Instagram. “My favorite Armenian restaurant Carousel came and catered and then was surprised with a beignet truck and churro stand!”

Though the celebration was relatively low-key by Calabasas standards, Kanye West’s gift for his wife was anything but that.

“I got amazing gifts from my whole family and Kanye for me the most amazing bags,” she added. “But he also donated $1 million to my favorite charities that work so hard on prison reform on my behalf from him and the kids. This makes my heart so happy!”


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It seems dropping million-dollar checks is just something West is used to, as the rapper previously handed his wife $1 million to turn down a sponsored post on Instagram. Kardashian recalled the story last year on Ashley Graham’s podcast, “Pretty Big Deal.”

The reality star said the sponsored post was “great money, but the brand was typically knockoff Yeezy, so I said let me ask Kanye how he feels about it.”

West told Kardashian to turn the deal down, but made up for the lost chunk of change on his own.


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17 of the Greatest Birthday Gifts to Give to Your Creative Best Friend

The closer you are to someone, the harder they can be to shop for. Take your best friend, for instance. Picking the perfect gift for someone that you know so well can be a big challenge. You might have the perfect thing to say when they’ve had a bad day, but selecting a thoughtful gift leaves you feeling completely blank. If you’re in this tricky situation, let My Modern Met Store help with our collection of birthday gifts ideas for your best friend.

Need a place to start ? Take a gander at wearable gifts. When in doubt, you can never go wrong with accessories that will spice up your friend’s wardrobe. From the one-of-a-kind Azure Falls Ring ($179) to quirky enamel pins ($12.50+), you can splurge on a single item or buy multiple gifts at a lower price-point and put them in one super package. (Who doesn’t love that?)

If your bestie is someone who seems to have everything, finding the perfect present will have you on a hunt. With our unique gifts, however, you should have no problem discovering items that even the most hardcore shopaholics haven’t seen before. The Supergal Bookend ($27.50) by Artori Design is a clever way to keep your best friend organized with a Marvel-esque twist. And for something that is truly one-of-a-kind, look to the Large Geode Jigsaw Puzzle ($95). Created by the design studio Nervous System, the computer-generated puzzle features a maze-like pattern with non-uniform, contorted shapes that makes each piece completely original. It’s certain to be the most challenging jigsaw your friend will ever solve.

Scroll down for more of our birthday gift ideas, and then be sure to check out the entire collection on My Modern Met Store.

Struggling with what to get your bestie? Check out our birthday gift ideas for your best friend!


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