Valentine's Gifts for the Reader at Heart

If you're at a loss as to what to get the reader on your list for Valentine's Day, you're not alone. Men and women alike think, guess, flip a coin, or wait 'til the last minute and grab whatever is left, occasionally leaving their loved ones disappointed. With these five gifts, you are sure to find one that makes his or her heart sing.

Magazines. Whether we are addicted to science and technology or celebrity gossip, there is a magazine out there for everyone. Thousands of titles are available with equally as many interests represented. Don't overpay for a magazine subscription, though. Best Deal Magazines has subscriptions
as low as $4.69. Say "I Love You" without breaking the bank.

Every serious reader is in need of a bookmark (or 10). You don't have to get any old bookmark, though. Make it special, choose something that reflects you, that special someone, or perhaps a little bit of both. Etsy.com has a great selection of hand-made bookmarks for you to choose from, many of which can be personalized. Give a gift that is both personal and practical. This will hold her page; you hold her heart.

All bookworms need a book light. Whether there is not enough light in a room, or you don't want to wake your adorable snoozing significant other, a book light would be a useful tool to have handy. These are usually very reasonably priced and can range from $7-$50+. Here is an affordable one at Amazon.com that has great reviews: the Fulcrum Multi Flex LED Book Light in Silver. It is lightweight, with a flexible neck and a sturdy clip.

An obvious choice if you want to get that special someone something to read but don't know what is on his or her reading list, is a gift card or gift certificate. What many don't know, though, is that you can give the traditional plastic kind, to be used online or in stores. There are also e-gift certificates that can be used exclusively online. If you're a last minute shopper, this may well be the answer for you. Barnes and Noble is one online merchant that offers offers e-gift certificates. No guesswork required.

Finally, you may have a reader in your life who is into books and gadgetry. The perfect solution is the Sony Digital Reader Book. While this is on the pricier end, it is a wonderful solution to the problem of carrying loads of books around, or shelves so full that books are falling from them. Right now, Sony has a Valentine's Bundle for their reader. This comes with 14 romantic novels, just in time for Valentine's Day. To sweeten the pot, they'll even through in a free "Cross Your Heart" protective cover from skin-it. Don't worry if he or she is not a fan of pink. The skin doesn't come on the reader; it can be applied or left off. An added bonus: right now Sony is offering 100 free e-books with the purchase of their digital reader. Imagine how much room those would take up on the shelves. Lighten the load for the person you love.