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Another site for very nice "book" (and computer, etc) themed scarves
See : teachergifts.com/scarves.htm

I have found some unique gift items at BooksForever.com
such as the Cats reading books coverlets and the pillows for your favorite reading chair
are nice choices too.
Visit Booksforever.com  (* Booksforever.com is a website of Gaylord Bros., Inc.)
Related - purchase items for book preservation, etc.
quoted excerpt from site:
The most complete source of book and collectible repair, protection, preservation and display products. Book readers and collectors will find the same archival quality products used by libraries and museums including, office supplies, book jacket covers, library furniture, document storage boxes, but at quantities that make sense for a personal collection and the home library.
http://www.booksforever.com/index.htm

Visit Renaissance Library  for some nice gift/calendars
http://www.renaissancelibrary.com/

If you enjoy reading the online cartoon strip:
Unshelved (*formerly "Overdue")
You'll be happy to learn about their Overdue Media Store online:
Visit : www.overduemedia.com/store.aspx
Order : Unshelved Volume 1
Excerpt quoted directly from Overdue Media website store:
Unshelved Volume 1 collects the first year of Unshelved in a professionally published 8 1/2" x 11" 128pp perfect-bound edition with a full-color heavy matte cover. 
See all that is available for sale : www.overduemedia.com/store.aspx

Biblia The Warrior Librarian - Online Store
T-Shirts, Mugs, Mousepads, Baby Bibs, Hats and more...
http://www.cafeshops.com/warriorlibraria
I love the Library Motivation Sticker - $3.49
http://www.cafeshops.com/warriorlibraria.5920474

Shush! Now, some folks can see the humor in this doll, others can't
But if you're the type that can laugh, and would like to own (or know someone who would)
The Librarian Action Figure
then link on over to: www.mcphee.com/laf/
Excerpt quoted from website:
Each 5" tall, Librarian Action Figure is modeled after Nancy Pearl, a real-life librarian in the Seattle area. Press the button on her back and her arm will move with amazing "shushing action!" Comes with a tiny plastic replica of her most recent book, Book Lust (buy her book here), and a stack of random literature. The card features a brief history of libraries on the back as well as a realistic check-out card in a classic library sleeve along with two bookmarks.
To Purchase Click Here 

I received the "Library Goddess" coffee/tea mug as a gift, check out the other "mugs" available from Highsmith.com (use their search feature and search the term "mug")
They even have one to go along with the terrific book
(*which I also received as a gift) "Librarian from the Black Lagoon"

Buy someone a fashionable - Book Lovers,  bracelet - $29.95, order online from Target

Visit "TEASE" Zany and Fun Stuff for the Modern Librarian
www.teasecatalog.com/

More ~ Librarian "TEES" are available at:
New Librarian T-Shirts
is2.dal.ca/~mdelia/tees/index.html
Excerpt quoted from site:
Are you tired of the stereotypes associated with librarians and other information professionals? You know what we're talking about - the ankle length dresses, blouses that tickle the ears, hair pulled back into a bun, that musty mothball aroma - well, out here on the East Coast, we've decided that it is time to change all of that. 
Our site features the absolute newest in librarian fashion (no, that is not an oxymoron).
is2.dal.ca/~mdelia/tees/index.html

A new Library related cartoon :
"Library Girl"
The continuing adventures of Library Girl and her sidekick cat
has some items,such as, T-shirts, mugs, etc., for sale
http://www.cafeshops.com/librarygirl

Another cafeshop that may interest some of you is, Go geek!
http://www.cafeshops.com/kgeekgear
Wonderful stuff for us "on-liners" and computer geeks amongst us.
I bought this T-Shirt for myself - can you see me now?
I Am Better Looking, Online


More Cafeshops to click at:

Need Fund Raising ideas for your Library or Library related organization?
**Consider creating and selling your own logo/branded items**
find information from CafePress.com
http://www.cafepress.com/cp/info/
Search the word "library" at CafePress and see the other Libraries that sell their products
uisng CafePress services.
Such as:Atlanta's Library, Fairbury Public Library, LibraryCom, Smithtown Library - and it's Overdue Novelty,
Cafe Press

Related: for Do It Your Selfer's
Find information about creating T-Shirt Iron on's on my Free Printables Page over at my Teas2Dine4.com site
Folks who are creative in your library, can create wonderful inexpensive t-shirts, sweatshirts, and more that are unique to just your library and or co-workers, etc. Also on the printables page are links to sites that have free printable Bookmarks, Bookplates, and so much more for the creative / crafty folks out their who enjoy making their own gifts and/or cards.  http://teas2dine4.com/4printable.html

Book gifts - Key Chains
www.novelkeys.com/

Also from Novelkeys
Shop For: NovelTeas Infusers
NovelTeas, for all tea and literature lovers, feature a 2" stainless steel mesh ball tea infuser and 4" chain with an attached genuine pewter, miniature book replica measuring approximately 1" x 3/4" x 5/16". There are 6 NovelTeas designs to choose from with each book keepsake featuring a great tea quote from a famous writer or statesman.

And - Novelkeys Paperweight/Keepsake Boxes
Unique book replica keepsake box/paperweights weigh approximately 8 oz. each and measure 3" x 2 1/8" x 15/16". All 12 genuine pewter paperweight/keepsake box designs are engraved and hand-polished at a level of quality that results in a truly classic piece of art. The removable front covers and hollowed interiors make them both a highly useful product for storing items as well as wonderful decorative pieces for any desk or study. As with all of our book replicas, the pages are so real it’s hard to distinguish fact from fiction! 

For individual gift giving ~ Visit "In My Book.net" for a unique gift idea
Excerpt quoted from website:
It's a bookmark, that's a greeting card, that's a bookmark...

It's a twist on the traditional card or gift enclosure...

It's the logical choice to give with a book!
http://www.inmybook.net/

And ~ For Libraries, Bookstores, and related Shops - visit
In My Book.com for wholesale/resale inquiries
http://www.inmybook.com

 
 
How about a pound of Chocolate..Dan's Chocolates,
decorates the box covers of his delectable chocolates with
various professions themes/pictures
including "Librarian"!
Also see the nice "poetry" covers for Moms, Friends etc. 

Feel free to send me a pound..my address is________________:->
 

Checkout a Video/DVD - "Stone Reader"
Excerpt quoted - "A video for anyone who has ever loved a book"
http://www.stonereader.net/

Would you like to foster a "Love for Reading", have you got grandchildren,
your own kids, or want to buy something for a new baby?
See the "Book Baskets" available here:
www.bookbaskets4u.com/ ~ Books for infants thru 12th graders.

Other sites to see:
Childrens Story Baskets:
www.thestorybasket.com/
For creative Baby gift baskets:
www.babybookbaskets.com/
or
www.awesomecreations.com/babychildbooks.shtml

Make your own baskets - Fill with Library/Librarian themed book selections
See some worthy title ideas on this page: libbooks.html

Visit Levengers.com and see the Private Library Kit - just $24.95

Example of some Library Stores/Gift shops Online (sales benefit individual libraries) American Library Association
ALA Online Store

The National Library of Medicine even has it's own gift shop
for NLM'ers
www.nlmgiftshop.org/
The Giftshop is a non-profit joint venture with the NIH R&W
 

Search the word "library" "reading" or "books" at
All Posters.com

Search For Posters!
For Some Wonderful "inexpensive" Library Art.

 Time for Reading
Gibson, Judith
9 in. by 13 in.** | item#: 145892
Art Print price: $21.99 
You can also send poster images as free e-cards!
Jim Rosenau has made an "Art" out of "Books"
if you are in the market for unusual but "useful" pieces of Books
Visit his online shop This Into That
Jim takes old discarded books and recyled lumber to make "book shelves"
**A bit pricey, but fun!** (Check out Jim's procedures ) 
Librarism.com Clothing, t-shirts, mousepads, etc. 

JanWay Online Catalog
If you have several items to order or imprinted with your logo, etc.
- See the: Large selection of Library related goodies, including
fundraising items, items for summer reading programs, conferences, etc.
Visit: www.janway.com/online-catalog.htm

Book to purchase: for the Librariana Collector
A Guide to Collecting Librariana
Norman D. Stevens Valerie Oliver
ISBN: 0810818744
Publisher: Scarecrow Press, Inc.
Pub. Date: May 1986

Quoted from the Larry Nix site: Librariana
my.execpc.com/~nixlt/librariana.htm
In his book A Guide to Collecting Librariana, Norman D. Stevens gives the following definition of librariana:
"Those artifacts, including but by no means limited to printed materials, that depict any aspect of librarians, librarianship, and/or libraries; such artifacts, which are most typically of an ephemeral nature, may be those produced or used by librarians or libraries as well as those produced and used by others; they include, in particular, representations of librarians, librarianship, and/or libraries in the popular culture of society."

Library (Postage) Stamp Print

Puchase at
http://www.designsetc.com/holiday.htm
Librarian Print
http://www.designsetc.com/librarian.htm
We have combined a unique Librarian Calligraphy print
with an original Library 
stamp accented with double matting and a decorative
V-groove. 
Designs Etc. has been creating Postage Stamp Art since
1981. The mats are museum quality. 
Pictures measure 10" X 13".
All pictures include the glass and are finished in the
back with hanger and Dust Cover.
Frames are solid oak. 
All stamps are authentic and in mint condition.
A Picture for every interest!
Hallmark.com has some wonderful Maya Angelou inspired gifts
(In Hallmark site search box - search "Maya Angelou" 
or for the "Life Mosaic" Collection)
such as these bookends

**Description quoted from online Hallmark site**
Inspirational Bookends
No one knows the power of words better than Maya Angelou.
Through her own words, she has shared comfort, inspiration
and strength with people the world over.
These bookends serve as beautiful reminders of the power of words
- and what brings them to life...
Sentiment reads:
Do read to someone. When words are infused by the human voice, they come alive.
Maya Angelou
Wood with glass and copper accents.
Set of 2. Each measures 5" x 8".
With compassion and candor,
Maya Angelou's work speaks to the heart,
inspiring us to love life, to persevere through its challenges,
and to share our gifts with others.
© 2002 Maya Angelou
Price: $29.99 plus shipping and handling
Visit the Enchanted Bookery
to order beautiful gift baskets filled with "BOOKS!"
www.enchantedbookery.com/

Find other gift basket ideas from
The Book Bouquet.com
Quoted from site
Book Bouquet creates gift baskets with a literary twist.
Each Book Bouquet includes:
The perfect book to fit your occasion
Matching gifts to fit the theme
Gift enclosure card
All the bows and frills to make a statement with style!
www.bookbouquet.com/

Avid Readers will be "surprised" by these gifts
www.surprise.com/hobbies/avid_reader/

See what's for sale at: Reading etc.com
www.readingetc.com/

More Book Lover Gifts available at:
The BookMate Store
www.bookmatestore.com/gifts-for-readers.htm

I love the "stories", the artwork, sculpture,& books, etc. available from
StoryPeople
Check them out - read the stories!
Short ideas/statements/stories are written and put with whimsical drawings
Here is 2 examples of a "story" (there are themes & occasions to choose from)

"Simple Rules"
I learned 2 things early on, my sister said.
The first is don't blame people for being the way they are.
What's the second? I said. 
She smiled.
If they're really stupid she said, go ahead & blame them.
It's a really simple philosophy, she added.

"Life Plan"
I asked her what she planned to do with her life & she said
she was way beyond that point already.
I'm just happy I remember to be there when it happens, she said. 

You can send free ecards with the stories
Unframed Art Prints are affordable - Enjoy! .
StoryPeople.com


Want to do something wonderfully "library" -
If you're  going to be in New York City -
"BOOK" a stay at the: 
Library Hotel
299 Madison Avenue at 41street
New York, NY, 10017.
phone: 212-983 4500
fax:      212-499 9099
toll free: 877-793 7323
email : reservations@libraryhotel.com
http://www.libraryhotel.com/

The Library Hotel in New York City is the first hotel ever to offer its guest over 6,000 volumes organized throughout the hotel by the DDC. Each of the 10 guestrooms floors honors one of the 10 categories of the DDC and each of the 60 rooms is uniquely adorned with a collection of books and art exploring a distinctive topic within the category or floor it belongs to. 

My own comments:
Of course its a bit expensive for most people earning a
library salary - so that's why I have included a link to it
on the "gifts" page. Maybe someone will consider a
gift certificate to it "absolutely perfect" for YOU!
Or maybe some can think of a way to hold a conference or
have a Library Luncheon/or/Meeting here.
Check out the Specials Available currently

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Book Shopping

Now...Shhhh!... 
From the Library

Jo Dereske Books - For Library Folk and Mystery Lovers…
All Less than $10 each!
From Barnes & Noble - Purchase Online
They make great Gifts!
  • Miss Zukas in Death's Shadow c. 1999 
  • Miss Zukas & The Library Murders c. 1995 
  • Miss Zukas & The Island Murders c. 1995 
  • Miss Zukas & The Stroke of Death c. 1995 
  • Miss Zukas & The Raven's Dance c. 1996 
  • Out of Circulation : A Miss Zukas Mystery c. 1997 
  • Final Notice : A Miss Zukas Mystery c. 1998 

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    Books and My Food:
    Literary Quotations and Original Recipes for Every Day in the Year
    ISBN: 0877456046
    Publisher: University of Iowa Press
    Pub. Date: August 1997
    From the Publisher
    Beginning on January 1 with a recipe for traditional English wedding cake referenced to Jane Austen's Emma and continuing through December with a recipe for Christmas pudding attributed to a quote from Charles Dickens, Books and My Food provides readers the occasion to experience the gastronomic delights that inspired novelists, poets, and playwrights. Drawn almost entirely from British sources, the literary catalysts for these recipes include citations from Charlotte Bronte, William Shakespeare, William Makepeace Thackeray, Ben Jonson, George Eliot, Alfred Tennyson, and others. Recipes range across familiar British fare from mutton chops, leg of lamb, and meat pies to tea cakes, custards, puddings, porridge, and crumpets. Equally intriguing are the instructions for more obscure sustenance such as rum omelets, sago-cream pudding. Shrovetide pancakes, furmety, syllabub, dulcet creams, and an adaptation for curds and whey. Finally, for the literary buff whose tastes run bravely to the authentic dinners of old England, there are recipes for tongue and spinach, frog leg patties, fried eels, and stewed snipe. 

    Great Books for Every Book Lover:
    2002 Great Reading Suggestions
    for the Discriminating Bibliophile
    Thomas J. Craughwell

    Libaries in the Ancient World
    Lionel Casson; c. 2001
    ISBN: 0300088094
    Yale University Press
    Casson recounts the development of ancient library buildings,
    systems, holdings, and patrons.

    The Story of Libraries: From the Invention of Writing to the Computer Age
    Fred Lerner; c. 2001
    ISBN: 0826413250
    Continuum International Publishing Group 

    A Passion for Books: A Book Lover's Treasury of Stories, 
    Essays, Humor, Lore, and Lists on Collecting,
    Reading, Borrowing, Lending, Caring
    Ray Bradbury  Harold Rabinowitz

    Slightly Chipped: Footnotes in Booklore
    Lawrence Goldstone  Nancy Goldstone

    Literary Trivia: Fun and Games for Book Lovers
    Richard Lederer  Michael Gilleland

    For More Title Suggestions see my page with 
    (libraries or librarians as subject/character of book)
    Books about Librarians & Libraries
    See also the various "Book Collector" book titles at JW Books
    features titles with "pricing guides" for rare books, etc.
    Visit : books.efc-inc.com/AntiquesCollectibles/books/
     

Book collector - non book gifts
http://www.angelfire.com/on2/gloriousgifts2/librarian.html

Book Collector - Books
http://collectbooks.about.com/library/weekly/aa102500b.htm

Surprise an Avid Reader
http://www.surprise.com/hobbies/avid_reader/

Girl Reading Pin (item #44934) from this site:
http://www.theperfectsolution.com/engle.htm

Top 10 Reasons to become a Librarian T-Shirt
http://www.lovetoteach.com/top_10_reasons_to_be_a_librari.html

Visit the store at: http://www.booknotions.com/

If you're just shopping for "Library Stuff" - perhaps a gift for the "Library" itself
there are several spots online but here are a few of my favorites:
Librarians Yellow Pages
http://www.librariansyellowpages.com/

The LibraryStore
http://www.thelibrarystore.com/

JaneWay Company @Your Library promotional items
http://www.janway.com/atYourLibrary.htm

Nice gift ideas for your desk or a co-workers
Desk Calendars Suggestions

These are more of my favorite Online Shopping Sites
SEARCH BookCloseouts.com for your favorite books right here!

Giving gifts to Your "Library"
Remember too: it is sometimes fitting to purchase books or journal subscriptions, for a libraries collection in memory or in "celebration" of someone or some event.
When my mom passed away, my family decided to contribute a subscription for her Hosptial's Library in Florida,
to a publication about Diabetes Education, and when a dear nurse passed away at my own hospital, I donated a book on Medical Humor in her memory, to our Library.
I also have purchased videos, clocks, books etc. - and donated to our Library for the use of staff and patrons.
And remember too: most gifts to an organization are "tax deductible".

See too my new page with General Shopping, 
Online Safety  Tips and Price Comparison links


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on these pages.
Contact, Me ~ Mary Niederlander
via e-mail, write to: Mary@Link2Mary.com
THANK YOU!!