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Gift ideas for booklovers and bibliophiles

By Daija Hammonds, Managing Editor | March 31, 2022

While giving books to any booklover is the simple and easy way to go, that is not always what they want. You can create or purchase personalized gifts based on the books they love. Here are some book-related gifts, trinkets and, of course, books to give...

Gift ideas for college grads

By Kayla Cameron | May 6, 2013

College graduation is a time when students hesitantly grab their adult pants, put them on and fasten them tight. Here are some thoughtful gift suggestions to those who are graduating college. Red solo cups aren’t real dishware Students who attend a...

Pinterest graduation gift ideas

Pinterest graduation gift ideas

By Aymie Telinski | April 30, 2013

I recently realized I--a broke college student--needed some gift ideas for my graduating friends. Pinterest.com is one of my favorite distractions from homework. While procrastinating, I repinned something I realized would be a great gift idea. Gift for...

Helpful tips to buy the perfect holiday gifts

By Olivia Rajska | November 27, 2012

Christmas is the time of giving, but sometimes it’s hard to find the perfect gift. Here are some helpful ideas for your holiday shopping adventures. For Her: If you’re looking for a gift for her, there are plenty of options to choose from. It is important...

The absolute worst gifts for Valentine’s Day

By Daniel Martynowicz | February 12, 2012

Valentine's Day is a day of gifts and gift giving, but with the undertone of proving your love. It's a lot like Christmas. The difference is that if you mess up the cookies, Santa always comes back. Your significant other may not.This is a lot of pressure...