Ivy Monroe

Shopping for someone who always has a book nearby? This Christmas gift guide is filled with practical and cozy finds chosen especially for readers, including rechargeable book lights, annotation kits, reading journals, personalized page holders, decorative bookmarks, and affordable gifts under $25. Whether you’re shopping for an avid reader, teacher, teen, or casual book lover, these useful and unique ideas can make their reading time more comfortable, organized, and enjoyable.

A curated collection of fascinating strange-history stories, unsolved mysteries, forgotten women, and real cases that sent me down a rabbit hole. You’ll find podcast episodes, helpful articles, books, and other recommendations for curious women who love mysteries without the graphic details.

Curly-hair care doesn’t need to take the entire day—we have books to read! These are my favorite products, styling tools, and nighttime essentials for making wash day easier, defining my curls, and protecting them while I sleep.

Affordable reading accessories, cozy essentials, Kindle finds, unique bookmarks, and giftable books—all thoughtfully chosen to make reading time more comfortable and fun without overspending.