Christmas Book Gifts

Every book here has a festive or wintry theme, from classic Christmas stories to tales for a cold night by the fire. There's something fitting about giving a book at Christmas: unwrap it once, then take it down from the shelf again every winter after. If you don't find quite the right one here, our full Book Gifts page has more ideas.

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Choosing a Christmas book as a gift

“I will honour Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year.”

— Charles Dickens, A Christmas Carol

Many of these are exactly the kind of story meant for a dark afternoon and a warm fire: ghost stories, winter adventures and cosy tales built for the season.

We've picked out books from across all our collections with a festive or wintry theme, including classic Christmas stories, winter adventures and seasonal annuals, so there's something here whether they want cosy nostalgia or something a little different.

Every book's condition is noted honestly in its listing, and each one is carefully packaged before it goes out. We add new seasonal stock as we find it, so it's worth checking back if nothing here feels quite festive enough.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of Christmas book gifts do you have?

We've picked festive stories, winter adventures, seasonal annuals and classic Christmas tales, plus much more, across a range of eras.

What if I'm not sure which story suits them?

A classic Christmas tale is a safe choice for most readers, since it's often a story people already know and love. If you'd rather they choose for themselves, a J.W.B Books gift card is available too.

Are all of these specifically about Christmas?

Not all. Some are classic Christmas stories, while others are simply set in winter, from snowy adventures to fireside tales, so there's a wider range than the name suggests.

How are the books packaged?

Every order is packaged carefully before it's sent, so a festive gift arrives in as good condition as it left us.

Can I find a book from a specific year?

Yes, our book gifts page has a tool to search by year, a nice option if you want to mark a particular Christmas or anniversary.

Are any of these first editions?

Some are. Each listing states clearly whether it's a first edition, so you know exactly what you're getting.

What condition are these books in?

These are secondhand books, often decades old, so some wear is normal. Anything worth knowing is noted honestly in the listing.

Do you ship outside the UK?

Yes, we deliver worldwide, with free UK shipping on orders over £50, so a festive gift can reach someone wherever they are.

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