Some books make better gifts than others

Books make terrific gifts, don’t they?

Well, not all of them.

Some books make better gifts than others.

I think we all know to consider the recipient’s taste and whether or not they enjoy reading. Otherwise,  a book might quickly become clutter. But there are other considerations.

Like what?

Take mine, for example:

Hung Jury: The Diary of a Menendez Juror

This glimpse inside one of the most famous trials of the 1990’s makes an ideal gift for:

Menendez supportersTrue crime buffsLawyersThose who study juriesTeenage girls (or so I’ve heard)

Caution: Many people who believed the prosecution-biased media coverage have said they changed their minds about the case once they read my book. But those people usually already knew, liked, and trusted me personally. It’s worth a try, though, if changing minds is your goal.

 

What’s a Photo Without the Story? How to Create Your Family Legacy

This how-to book is a perfect choice for:

YourselfYour family’s history keeperPhoto organizers and their clientsGenealogistsStorytellersThose wanting to downsize their possessions and leave a legacy, not a burden

As seen in Family Tree Magazine and The Photo Managers holiday gift guides!

There are really no downsides to this one. Lots of folks buy this book as a gift intending to read it first themselves. Or, they buy multiple copies!

 

Go With the Flow! The Clutter Flow Chart Workbook

This workbook is an excellent choice for:

YourselfProfessional organizers buying it for themselves and their clients (so they can work through it together)Someone who not only wants to declutter but has also expressed that they cannot afford to hire a professional organizer, or they’ve literally put it on their wish list

Otherwise, think twice, and read this blog post before purchasing it as a gift. Spoiler alert: It would be like buying a Weight Watchers membership for an overweight friend who didn’t ask for one!

 

Q: What would make the best FREE gift for the author in your life?

A: Amazon and/or Goodreads reviews!

10 FREE Ways to Support Your Favorite Authors

This blog post includes easy instructions for leaving quick reviews!

Many thanks to those who have already written reviews for my books!

 

What other considerations can you think of when giving a book as a gift?

Please share in the comments below!

 

Happy Holidays to you and yours!

That is, all the holidays and gift-giving occasions, all year round.

______________________________________________________Hazel Thornton is an author, genealogist, and retired home and office organizer.
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