It is a universally acknowledged truth that books make for unforgettable Christmas gifts. Whether it’s a classic or a cookbook, fiction or poetry, these collections by the UK’s favourite booksellers contains some of the most interesting picks guaranteed to earn you some brownie points this festive season. Or, you know, you could just treat yourself, and give your bookshelf a makeover.
Most sought after books
Your shortcut to the books that will be under the most trees this Christmas.
Children’s books
Whatever their age, excite, inspire, entertain and see their eyes light up.
Fiction
Dive into a handpicked selection of the most unforgettable stories, plots, twists and characters across all genres.
Fun books
Fun, Fun, Fun! Fill a stocking, laugh out loud, quiz until you drop or just geek out.
Biography and memoir
From the lives of the famous and the soon-to-be, live for a moment in the shoes of others.
Classic Christmas books
70 of the most Christmassy books of all-time. Pure nostalgia.
2021 prize winners
The winners of the main book prizes and other literary gongs in 2021.
Lifestyle books
Home & Garden, Food & Drink and alternative ways to live. Make sense of crazy times.
Hobbies and sports books
From cats to cycling, fashion to football, travel to tennis, it’s time to help someone fuel a passion.
