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23 Quirky, Geeky, and Bookish Stocking Stuffers

As quirky geeks who read, we like to give unique gifts that we would also love. If you’re like us, we recommend reinforcing your wall hooks and buying a bigger stocking this year, because we found 23 stocking stuffer/Hanukkah/Festivus gifts for the quirky, geeky, and bookish people in your life. Take a page out of our book and shop via the one-for-you-one-for-us method.

Posted by Jamie Canaves

Quirk Corral: Star Wars/Hamilton Mashup and New Outlander Trailer

Here at Quirk, we’ve spent the week scouring the internet for the best bookish, geeky, and crafty links. Whether you are looking for a Star Wars/Hamilton mashup or the latest Outlander trailer, we’re sure to have something to help make your day a little brighter.

Posted by Jennifer Morell

Season’s Readings: A Free #GiveABook Gifting Kit!

'Tis the season to give the gift of a good book! We at Quirk have put together a beautiful, free downloadable kit that covers all your book gifting needs—from bookish wrapping paper to bookmarks! Season's Readings!

Posted by Quirk Books Staff

Live-Tweet Highlights from A Very Murray Christmas

Last Sunday, Quirk Books and Big Bad Book of Bill Murray author Rob Schnakenberg live-tweeted the Bill Murray Christmas Special on Netflix. Here are the highlights!

Posted by Julie Leung

Holiday DIY: Paperbacks to Paper Chains

A book is a terrible thing to waste, but what do you do with one that’s damaged? Upcycle it into festive decorations, of course! Use pages from any dilapidated book to create a length of beautiful paper chain. A traditional craft for the holiday season here in the Western world, paper chains are a way crafters of any age (or DIY skill level) can make their own decorations. You can even customize your chain with color, sparkles, or pictures! Paper chains are a fun, efficient way to make any space festive and magical. 

Posted by Margaret Dunham

Unexpected Gifts for the Writer in Your Life

(Image: Gwendolyn Brooks, History.com)

What are you going to get for the writer in your life? It may be tempting to grab a pack of your favorite pens and notebooks, and call it a day, but what fun is that? At Quirk, we’ve come up with a list of unexpected gifts that are guaranteed to inspire creativity.

Posted by Danielle Mohlman