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The Cluesletter 2024 Holiday Catalogue: 60 gifts for mystery book lovers

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You don’t need to be Holmes, Poirot, or Marple to solve the curious case of what to gift the mystery lover in your life. That’s because the fourth annual Cluesletter Holiday Catalogue has done the sleuthing for you!

This year’s list features 60 gifts for literary crime solvers, from Christie devotees to fashionistas to young detectives and beyond. As always, I hand-curate this list with love, and hope you find something you enjoy (or, at the very least, want to send to someone as a little clue . . .).

Shop the visual, clickable PDF below, or keep scrolling for a list of linked products. New this year! Look for an [M] on products I personally own and recommend.

This catalogue is brought to you by the Cluesletter, my biweekly email newsletter filled with goodies for lovers of the mystery genre. If you aren’t already, please subscribe here. I’d love to have you on the case!

Note: The prices listed in this post are accurate as of when it was written. Prices and product availability are subject to change. I apologize for any discrepancies or inconveniences you may find.

Affiliate links: I may earn a commission on products purchased using some of these links (this does not affect the price you pay).

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The Cozy Sleuth

. . . for comfortable reading

  • [M] Mystery Lover’s Mug. From $22, etsy.com. Cozy up with a cup of tea poured in this lovingly-designed mug perfect for literary crime solvers. The graphics are on-theme and high quality and you can choose an accent color. (I got PINK!)
  • Agatha ChrisTea: Organic Earl Grey Tea. From $8, theteabook.com. Looking for tea for your mystery mug? This organic Earl Grey will keep you warm and caffeinated as you read.
  • The Abandoned Mansion Candle. $48, imaginaryauthors.com. Doesn’t an abandoned mansion sound like the ultimate murder mystery setting? This candle has notes of Cedar, quince, and paperbacks.
  • Cotton Robe in ‘Secret Library’ Print. $158, printfresh.com. The perfect robe to throw on when you’re curled up with a good book. This one is made of 100% organic cotton poplin that gets softer with every wash.
  • Willa Cotton Woven Throw Blanket. $108, anthropologie.com. Listen, the theme here is to stay cozy—and for that you definitely need a cozy blanket. This cotton throw gives all the close-knit village vibes, à la St Mary Mead.
  • Book Lover’s Slippers. $68, uncommongoods.com. Keep your feet warm while you read with these hand-felted slippers featuring a mismatched bookish design.

The Desk Detective

 . . . for organized crime solving

  • [M] Toile De Jouy Fabric Book Sleeve. $33, etsy.com. This handmade book sleeve holds at least two books, with a zippered pocket for accessories. Mine currently contains a novel, my Kindle, and pens and pencils (for Murdle solving!).
  • [M] Agatha Christie Pen Set. $16, chroniclebooks.com. Take notes from the Queen of Crime with this three-pen set featuring quotes from Dumb Witness, Nemesis, and Agatha Christie, An Autobiography.
  • Agatha Christie Poirot 2025 Calendar. $14, theliterarygiftsociety.com. Each month of this wall calendar is devoted to a Poirot case, stylishly stylized with an Art Deco flair.
  • Knock Knock Original Personal Library Kit. $24, amazon.com. Bibliophiles with a knack for library organization will adore this nod to old-fashioned library circulation techniques. Includes a stamp, ink pad, self-adhesive pockets, checkout cards, and a pencil.
  • L’Objet Crocodile Letter Opener and Magnifying Glass. $160 each, bergdorfgoodman.com. Make a Golden Age-worthy statement with this pair of desk accessories. Bonus, the crocodile theme reminds me of Elizabeth Peters’s Crocodile on the Sandbank.

The Armchair Poirot

 . . . for Christie lovers

The Eavesdropper

 . . . for audio sleuths

The Home Inspector

 . . . for detecting at home

The Gumshoe

 . . . for solving crimes of fashion

  • [M] Nancy Drew Embroidered Sweatshirts: Shadow Ranch and Deception Island. $43, etsy.com. A subtle, fashionable nod to the Nancy Drew video games. I got Shadow Ranch because it’s my all-time favorite. (Pro tip: I asked for mine to be embroidered with a custom thread color!)
  • [M] Basically a Detective Baseball Hat. $23, etsy.com. Read the hat, buddy! Enough said. This clever cap comes in multiple colors, but I nabbed it in pink.
  • Murder Mystery Scarf. $28, headingprints.com. Pretend you’re in a closed circle crime novel with this sinister scarf in classic mystery colors of red, white, and black.
  • Stack of Books Cufflinks. $20, theliterarygiftcompany.com. Do people wear cufflinks any more? I sure hope so—these are incredibly fashionable.
  • Heart Striker Ring. $75, littlerooms.com. Nothing implies murder like a ring with a pierced heart, complete with a droplet of blood. Also available in silver. 
  • Austrian Crystal Magnifying Glass Shaped Drop Earrings. $48, 1928.com. Keep a magnifying glass or two handy with these ornate earrings featuring sparkling Austrian crystals. Also available with red crystals.

The Word Snoop

. . . for writers of murder

  • [M] Agatha Christie Writer’s Journal. $17, chroniclebooks.com. Plot your next novel with this lined journal featuring quotes from the Queen—from entertaining, to inspirational, to her advice for writers.
  • [M] Freewrite Alpha. $349, getfreewrite.com. Replicate the typewriter experience with a Freewrite tool. I use Alpha—my word count has skyrocketed (and bonus, the mechanical keyboard is sat-is-fy-ing!). Use code MW39723 for a discount.
  • YUNZII Retro Wireless Keyboard. $54, amazon.com. Click clack away on this Bluetooth keyboard inspired by a retro design. Connects to phones, PCs, and Macs.
  • Leather & Marble Journal Book. $42, nostalgicimpressions.com. These Italian-made leather journals are just begging for your novel ideas. Available in four colors with 128 lined sheets.
  • Two Tumbleweeds Writing Dice. $22, amazon.com. Leave your inspiration to chance with this set of nine color-coded wooden dice designed for creative writing.

The Busybody

 . . . for crimes most puzzling

  • [M] Murdle Board Game. $20, barnesandnoble.com. Murdle with friends and family with this game inspired by the hit logic puzzle books. This was quite fun to play (but one of my friends cheated, so hide your scorecards, and chastise such friends!).
  • [M] Loveday Brooke in the Mystery of the Black Bag. $55, literaryadventuresociety.com. Play as Loveday Brooke, the “original lady detective,” in this thoroughly immersive mystery game that includes clues, tea, a candle, and an audio experience. (I’m saving my kit for Thanksgiving so I can play with my family. 🙂)
  • ‘Escape from the Museum’ Mini Escape Room Game. $10, spymuseumstore.org. This collaborative escape room experience has an average playtime of 45 minutes and challenges you to solve twelve puzzles, decode an alphabet, and free yourself.
  • DIY Detective Agency Book Nook. $50, amazon.com. Your bookshelf is looking a little spare—why not fill it out with a book nook? Assemble a detective-inspired scene with this kit.
  • The World of Sherlock Holmes 1000 Piece Puzzle. $22, amazon.com. A literally puzzling crime scene! This Sherlock Holmes puzzle features charming illustrations and 1000 pieces. Also available as The World of Agatha Christie.

The Junior Sherlock

 . . . for young detectives

  • [M] The Mysterious Affair at Styles by Marci Kay Monson. $19, gibbs-smith.com. Agatha Christie’s first novel is given new life in this charming adaptation by Marci Kay Monson, with illustrations by Greg Paprocki. Little sleuths will enjoy vibrant art, challenging activities, and a kid-appropriate mystery. Adults will enjoy the same (trust me, this is the cutest thing ever).
  • Plush Spy Bear. $25, spymuseumstore.org. Cuddle up with this spy bear, wearing a perfect disguise of a hat, sunglasses, and a trench coat.
  • ‘Mystery of the Magic Pencil’ Game Kit. From $27, mastersofmystery.com. A kid-friendly mystery kit that you can download and print at home for hours of fun. Also available in other themes like Pirate, Wild West, and Wizarding.
  • Around the World Brainteasers Set. $20, uncommongoods.com. Get young minds thinking with this set of five brainteasers including Egyptian π (Pi), Roman keys, and the Aztec passion flower.
  • Pierre the Maze Detective: The Search for the Stolen Maze Stone. $15, amazon.com. A beautifully illustrated book featuring fifteen intricate mazes. Young sleuths will journey through each maze, spotting clues and solving extra mystery challenges along the way.

Red Herrings

 . . . for stuffing stockings!

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View previous Holiday Catalogues: 2023, 2022, & 2021.

The Cluesletter 2023 Holiday Catalogue: 53 gifts for mystery book lovers

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The holidays are upon us, sleuths! And this year’s gift guide includes some excellent gift choices for the mystery book lover in your life.

I have to admit, I wondered if I could put together a list of new and exciting bookish gifts for the third time. I had the same self doubts last year, and once again, I was needlessly worried: as it turns out, there are so many wonderful gifts out there for us mystery lovers. Gifts that satisfy our bookish needs, as well as items worthy of any sleuth’s discerning eye.

I found so many gifts, in fact, that I even put together a web-exclusive category: “For organized investigators.” Due to Instagram’s 10-image limit on carousel posts, I wasn’t able to put this slide in the catalogue. But the items are here for your amusement.

My personal favorites this year include the Karen Mabon x Agatha Christie pyjamas (a recent birthday gift I received!), the Little Rooms dagger ring (which I own in silver), and the colorful Book Lover Scarf (so, so cute).

This catalogue is brought to you by the Cluesletter, my biweekly email newsletter filled with goodies for lovers of the mystery genre. If you aren’t already, please subscribe here. I’d love to have you on the case!

Note: the prices listed in this post are accurate as of when it was written. Prices and product availability are subject to change. I apologize for any discrepancies or inconveniences you may find.

Agatha Christie Karen Mabon pyjamas

For cozy readers

Cozy, comfy items to enjoy when you curl up with a whodunit.

Haden x Bistro Tile Electric Kettle

For culinary sleuths

For fans of those yummy, cozy, murder-y culinary mysteries.

The Agent James Bond Three Sock Gift Box

For undercover agents

Fun fact: this theme won in my Instagram poll, beating out witchy and true crime themes. Who knew spies were so popular?

  • “The Agent” James Bond Three Sock Gift Box. $38, 007store.com. Suit up like Bond with the help of these printed socks, part of the London Sock Exchange x 007 collaboration. Designs include The Agent, The Chute and The Thunderball.
  • Lele Sadoughi Palm Springs Sunglasses. $165, nordstrom.com. Every spy needs a proper pair of specs. Otherwise, someone will recognize them! This checkerboard printed pair will have one looking chic while undercover.
  • “Shaken Not Stirred” Martini Crossbody. $428, katespade.com. Did you know that Bond’s famous cocktail request actually weakens the drink? Shaking the ice and alcohol waters it down, while stirring doesn’t. Maybe that’s a secret spy hack to stay sober while chasing bad guys (a.k.a., SPECTRE).
  • “Shaken Not Stirred” Coin Purse/Key Fob. $48, maryfrances.com. I couldn’t resist also adding this martini keychain, which doubles as a zippered coin purse. Use it for spy purposes; it’s totally discreet.
  • “Deny Everything” Bottle Opener Magnet. $10, spymuseumstore.org. Pop open a beer and be reminded not to spill government secrets, all with the help of this magnetic bottle opener.
  • Invisible Pen with Light. $6, kikkerland.com. Write secret messages, like bank passwords or nuclear codes, with this invisible ink pen that has a built-in message-revealing UV light.
Book Lover Scarf

For dazzling detectives

Jewelry and accessories that are guaranteed to impress. (Yes, I want everything on this list!)

  • Bookworm Hair Clip. $8, pieceworkpuzzles.com. Pin back your bangs while you read and show off your literary merit with this pearlescent hair clip with a silver cursive statement.
  • Poison Necklace. $90–95, littlerooms.com. Keep your poisons close to heart with this functional perfume-bottle inspired necklace. (I have a feeling Agatha would have loved this . . .)
  • Dagger Ring. $48–50, littlerooms.com. This dainty signet ring features a sinister motif with a green CZ stone for a spot of sparkle.
  • Book Lover Scarf. $65, etsy.com. A colorful silk scarf featuring a loving homage to classic literature. Wear it while you read, or better yet, show it off at the bookstore.
  • Sherlock Detective Agency Books Earrings. $33, vendulalondon.com. Accessorize, dear Watson! These beaded bookstack earrings are the perfect statement piece for any outfit, houndstooth or otherwise.
  • “Ravenna” Knife and Heart Brooch. $36, nicolettacarlone.com. A positively killer brooch, featuring an acrylic heart with a removable chef’s knife.
Clue the Movie Soundtrack LP

For audio aficionados

Because we all know someone who listens to audiobooks, podcasts, and more any chance they get.

  • Chirp Audiobooks eGift Card. From $5, chirpbooks.com. Let your sleuth pick the audiobook of their choosing with a gift card to Chirp Books.
  • Audible Gift Membership. From $15, audible.com. Support your audiophile’s audiobook addiction with an Audible gift card.
  • Minor III Earbuds with Charging Case. $130, marshallheadphones.com. Quite possibly the chicest way to listen to audiobooks, whether it be on your daily commute, a neighborhood stroll, or while deep cleaning the house.
  • Crosley Voyager Portable Turntable. $110, burkedecor.com. An elegant way to listen to audio, whether it be delivered via a prized record or your phone’s Bluetooth connection (because both are possible!).
  • Clue: The Movie: Music from the Paramount Motion Picture LP. $30, mondoshop.com. An exclusive soundtrack available in several editions, from Mrs. Peacock to Colonel Mustard. To be played while investigating the death of one Mr. Boddy . . . (Editor’s note: Limited stock is available. I recommend searching this item’s title on Google to find other retailers.)
Sherlock Holmes Detective Tool Kit

For junior snoopers

New for this year! A selection of gifts for the nosy youngster in your life.

  • Sherlock Holmes Detective Tool Kit. $25, uncommongoods.com. Solve crimes like a young Sherlock with this kit that includes a spy cipher, fingerprint ink, a detective journal, and more.
  • TickiT Wooden Hand Lens. $14, amazon.com. A kid-friendly, easy-to-hold wooden magnifying glass, perfect for studying the world and all its hidden clues.
  • “The Case of the Missing Bigfoot” Mail Order Mystery. From $99, mailordermystery.com. Kids will solve a mystery with this limited subscription containing five lettermail envelopes and a final package, for ages 9 and up. (Other mystery themes, like pirates and fairytales, also available!)
  • Hardy Boys Starter Set and Nancy Drew Starter Set. From $26, target.com. Introduce young readers to the worlds of these iconic teen supersleuths. Each boxed set contains the first five books of the series.
  • Kid Detectives &Tee. $28, exlibrisdesigns.co. Celebrate everyone’s favorite childhood books with this ampersand tee featuring the names of some of literature’s greatest—and youngest—sleuths.
Murder Mystery Jigsaw Puzzle

For the little grey cells

Puzzles and games to keep your detective senses sharp.

Chronicle Books Mini Mysteries

For sleuth-worthy stockings

Small items to stuff in stockings.

Book Nook Reading Valet

For organized investigators (bonus!)

A web-exclusive collection of gifts for readers who like staying organized. See the very bottom of this post for the bonus catalogue slide.

  • Coffee, Tea, Mystery Tote. $25, sleuthstyle.co. Carry your crime-solving accessories (including your current read) in this eco friendly tote featuring a sleuthing silhouette.
  • Book Nook™ Reading Valet. $50, uncommongoods.com. Stay neat and tidy while solving literary crime with this tool that holds your book, reading glasses, beverage, and phone.
  • Personal Embosser. $40, williams-sonoma.com. No more scrawled inscriptions—this embossing tool is a classy way to make your mark in a book. Customize with your reader’s name.
  • Poisonous Plants Notepads. From $13, cognitivesurplus.com. Plot your next fictional murder, or jot down your shopping list, with this pad with a poisonous motif.
  •  “The Bookish Sleuth” Spiral Bound Journal. $19, sararosettbooks.com. Keep track of your whodunits and what-reads with this mystery-specific reading journal, with undated calendar pages so you can use it anytime. (Also available in non-spiral bound format.)
  • Agatha Christie Wooden Bookmark. $6, thebookishdenshop.com. Hold your place while you ponder yet another unpredictable Christie twist with this handmade wooden bookmark, available in three colors.

Like this gift guide? Consider sharing it with friends. I really appreciate it!

Also, one last reminder, make sure you are subscribed to the Cluesletter for more fun mystery content like this.

The full gift guide is available on my Instagram. See the post below, or click here to view it on Instagram.

View the 2022 Holiday Catalogue here, & view the 2021 Holiday Catalogue here.

Bonus Catalogue slide!

For Organized Investigators-bonus slide

The Cluesletter 2022 Holiday Catalogue: 43 gifts for mystery book lovers

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When I curated the Cluesletter 2021 Holiday Catalogue last November, I had no idea I would do it again in a year. But when so many of you loved the mystery and bookish gifts, I realized this fun guide would be the perfect annual tradition.

The 2022 Holiday Catalogue includes even more gifts specially picked for the mystery lover in your life—or even yourself! Organized into eight categories, this list has something for everyone on your list.

My personal favorites? Deluxe editions of Golden Age mysteries, a vintage-inspired turntable with Bluetooth capability, and a 1920s murder mystery party game. Happy shopping, sleuths!

This catalogue is brought to you by the Cluesletter, my biweekly email newsletter filled with goodies for lovers of the mystery genre. If you aren’t already, please subscribe here. I’d love to have you!

Note: the prices listed in this post are accurate as of when it was written. Prices and product availability are subject to change; online listings may not match what is written in this post. I apologize for any discrepancies or inconveniences you may find. As a heads up, I may earn a commission on products purchased using some links (this does not affect the price you pay).

The Catalogue is also available as as a PDF with clickable links. Download here:

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Sleuth Style Amateur Sleuth Tee

For best-dressed detectives

  • “Colette” Book Purse. $98, nicolettacarlone.com. Be the envy of all readers with this vintage reproduction of a 1950s bag.
  • Poirot, Marple, and Holmes Tote Bag. $40, musebook.club. Headed to the bookstore? Let them know you know your sleuths with this tote featuring illustrations of famous literary detectives.
  • Nevermore Ring. $76, littlerooms.com. Quoth the Raven . . . you know the rest! This sophisticated signet ring is available in both gold and silver finishes.
  • Amateur Sleuth Tee. $29, sleuthstyle.co. Highlight your sleuthing skills by donning this soft, cozy t-shirt with an original illustrated design.
  • Nancy Drew miniature book earrings. $17, etsy.com. These delightful book earrings featuring Nancy Drew’s first case are perfect for teen sleuths.
2023 Book Lovers Calendar

For study-ready sleuths

  • Agatha Christie Library Card Bookmarks. $5.75, etsy.com. Each of these laminated library card bookmarks lists characters from Agatha Christie books. Pick between four Christie tales.
  • Holmes Sticky Notes. $8, philosophersguild.com. Keep tabs on suspects (or, you know, just regular pages) with these Sherlock-themed sticky notes.
  • Vintage Typewriter Pencil Holder. $19, amazon.com. Get all the typewriter vibes—sans the clicky keyboard—with this handy desktop accessory.
  • Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier Notebook. $15, theliterarygiftcompany.com. Last night I dreamt I went to Manderley again . . . Record your dreams and other musings in this notebook inspired by the classic du Maurier novel.
  • 2023 Book Lover’s Wall Calendar. $16, barnesandnoble.com. Mark important dates like book club and new releases on this calendar featuring twelve paintings sure to delight readers and art lovers alike.
The Folio Society The Daughter of Time Josephine Tey

For Golden Age lovers

  • Special edition of The Daughter of Time. $70, foliosociety.com. Once voted the best crime novel of all time, Josephine Tey’s 1951 novel is worth nabbing as this collectible edition.
  • The Adventures Of Sherlock Holmes, Leather Bound Edition. $92, bergdorfgoodman.com. It’s elementary! A classic Holmes novel is a worthy addition to any mystery lover’s bookshelves.
  • The Murder of Roger Ackroyd, Deluxe Edition. $22, penguinrandomhouse.com. This new edition of one of the most famous (or infamous?) Christie novels is perfect for reading and rereading.
  • Checkered Magnifying Glass. $21, amazon.com. A magnifying glass, for mystery lovers? Groundbreaking. But actually, this chic black-and-white accessory makes an elegant gift for the spying eye.
  • Official Agatha Christie: Queen of Crime Cushion Cover. $109, karenmabon.com. Karen Mabon’s Agatha Christie collection is one of my personal favorites—with the collection’s signature, whimsical Christie book cover print, this pillowcase slip is delightful.
  • London Map Rocks Glass. $18, welltolddesign.com. Sip on something smooth while you read your Golden Age classics with this rocks glass, featuring an etched map of detective fiction’s most classic city.
Mysteries Are My Cup of Tea Mug

For cozy mystery heroines

  • Cabot Cove Varsity Sweatshirt. $39, sleuthstyle.co. Tee up for mysteries with this sporty sweatshirt inspired by Jessica Fletcher and Murder, She Wrote.
  • “Mysteries Are My Cup of Tea” Mug. $17, exlibrisdesigns.co. Don’t speak a word, this mug will say it all for you—and in the cutest, most colorful ransom note letters you’ve ever seen.
  • Agatha Christie Duo Gift Set. $20, harney.com. The only thing better than these tea blends inspired by Death on the Nile and Murder on the Orient Express are the delightful tins they come in.
  • Whiskers Large Reversible Cat Tote Bag. $199, katespade.com. What’s a cozy mystery sleuth without her whiskered sidekick? Pay homage to the cats of cozy literature with this reversible tote.
  • Nancy Drew blanket. $74, litographs.com. Curl up with a book, a cup of tea, and this cozy sherpa blanket printed with text from The Secret of the Old Clock. Comes in six colors!
Bond 25 Vinyl Set

For keen listeners

  • Chirp Audiobooks eGift Card. From $5, chirpbooks.com. Let your sleuth pick the audiobook of their choosing with a gift card to Chirp Books.
  • Audible Gift Membership. From $15, audible.com. Support your audiophile’s audiobook addiction with an Audible gift card.
  • Crosley Cruiser Deluxe Turntable. $90, potterybarn.com. Play both records and tracks from your phone with this vintage-inspired turntable equipped with Bluetooth capability.
  • Plymouth Retro-Style Wireless Earbuds. $80, theapollobox.com. Can’t you just picture popping in these perfectly retro earbuds and tuning into CBS Radio Mystery Theater?
  • Bond 25 Double 12” Vinyl Set. $35, 007store.com. The name is Bond . . . Pay homage to the world’s favorite spy with this vinyl set, featuring twenty-five tracks of orchestral Bond themes performed by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.
Agatha Christie and Sherlock Holmes Bookish Candles

For bookshelf accessorizors

The World of Agatha Christie Jigsaw Puzzle

For puzzlers & gamers

  • The World of Agatha Christie Jigsaw Puzzle. $20, amazon.com. What’s more of a mystery than a puzzle? You’ll love seeing this Agatha-inspired jigsaw on your kitchen table for any length of time.
  • The Sherlock Holmes Escape Book. $15, amazon.com. Step into Sherlock’s shoes and solve a puzzling case with this escape room-inspired book—solve puzzles to continue turning the pages!
  • Agatha Christie Bingo. $35, amazon.com. The whole family of detectives will love this bingo board game starring 64 characters and clues from Agatha Christie’s novels.
  • The Mystery of Hunter’s Lodge (Collector’s Edition). $190, huntakiller.com. Step back in time and help Agatha Christie’s Captain Hastings to solve a case with this high-quality, luxurious mystery game.
  • 1920s Speakeasy Murder Mystery Party. $33, etsy.com. Gather all your friends, and don your best Gatsby attire—this 1920s party game is designed for ten to twenty sleuths.
Murder on the Orient Express Coin Purse

For stockings to be stuffed

Like this gift guide? Consider sharing it with friends. I really appreciate it!

Also, one last reminder, make sure you are subscribed to the Cluesletter for more fun mystery content like this.

The full gift guide is available on my Instagram. See the post below, or click here to view it on Instagram.

View the 2021 Holiday Catalogue here.

The Cluesletter 2022 Valentine’s Day Catalogue: 15 Gifts for Book Lovers

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For you lovebirds looking to shower your book-loving other half with gifts this Valentine’s Day, look no further. I curated this list of bookish goodies with you in mind. Read on for fifteen gifts perfect for writers, chocolate fiends, jewelry lovers, and more. (For other gift ideas, including some especially suited for mystery lovers, check out my Holiday Catalogue from 2021.)

This catalogue is brought to you by the Cluesletter, my biweekly email newsletter filled with goodies for lovers of the mystery genre. If you aren’t already, please subscribe here. I’d love to have you!

I hope you enjoy the products on this list! All were hand-selected by yours truly based on what I, as a mystery lover myself, would love to be gifted.

As a heads up, I may earn a commission on products purchased using some links (this does not affect the price you pay). Also, while I confirmed prices and availability as of 1/25/22, these are subject to change. Online listings may not match what is written in this post.

Eccolo Red Embossed Notebook-Cluesletter Valentines Day Catalogue 2022

Writer-at-Heart

Elsa Peretti Apple Bookmark-Cluesletter Valentines Day Catalogue 2022

That Little Blue Box

Endpaper Coasters-Cluesletter Valentines Day Catalogue 2022

Cheers to Love

  • Endpaper Coasters (pictured). $20, theliterarygiftcompany.com. This unique set of four coasters features marbled designs inspired by the endpapers of 19th and early 20th century books.
  • Rocks Glasses (Sherlock Holmes & The Phantom of the Opera). $16 each, welltolddesign.com. These 11 oz rocks glasses use the title pages of famous books as decoration—see the website for other literary designs.
Clio Muse of History NecklaceCluesletter Valentines Day Catalogue 2022

You’ve Charmed Me

  • The Beginning Is Always Today Necklace (Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley). $60, shop.nypl.org. Support the New York Public Library with this sterling silver Möbius strip pendant necklace—with, of course, a quote from the author of Frankenstein.
  • Stardust Diary Locket by Sofia Zakia. $1,615, loveaudryrose.com. If you want to splurge, this handmade, 14k gold and diamond necklace is the way to go. Consider personalizing with an engraving from your lover’s favorite book.
  • Clio Muse of History Necklace (pictured). $250, commonera.com. The ancient Greek muse of history holds a book in this pendant necklace in 18k gold vermeil. (There is a sterling silver option, too, but it’s currently sold out.)
  • Ex Libris necklace. $30, outofprint.com. This scroll necklace, stamped with “Ex Libris” (or, “from the library of”), is perfect for book lovers. 14k gold plating over brass.
Agatha Christie Scarf-Cluesletter Valentines Day Catalogue 2022

Bookish Comfort

  • Chocolate Bars (The Raven & Sherlock Holmes). $10 each, openbookchocolates.com. These handmade chocolate bars come in unique flavors: “The Raven” is violet in dark chocolate with milk, and Sherlock Holmes is Earl Grey tea and honey in white chocolate. True to their name, this small business has plenty of other literary-inspired chocolate bars.
  • “Antique Books” Hand-Poured Natural Soy Candle. From $13, etsy.com. The Driftwood Home has produced this handmade candle inspired by the scent of old books, with notes of cedar leaf, moss, cedarwood, rum, and vanilla.
  • Official Agatha Christie: Queen of Crime Scarf (pictured). £120.00 (about $161), karenmabon.com. You may remember the Karen Mabon pajamas with a similar Agatha Christie print from my Holiday Catalogue—here’s a 100% silk scarf patterned with a handful of colorful Christie novels, the perfect accessory to wear when you, say, go mysteriously missing for 11 days in 1926.

Like this gift guide? Consider sharing it with friends. I would really appreciate it!

Also, one last reminder, make sure you are subscribed to the Cluesletter for more fun mystery content like this.

The full gift guide is available on my Instagram. See the post below, or click here to view it on Instagram.

The Cluesletter 2021 Holiday Catalogue: 36 gifts for mystery book lovers

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Holiday shopping for mystery book lovers shouldn’t be a mystery in itself. That’s why I curated this list of goodies specially picked for their ability to thrill any sleuth almost to death. Read on for gifts perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Nancy Drew, cozy mysteries, audiobooks, and more.

This catalogue is brought to you by the Cluesletter, my biweekly email newsletter filled with goodies for lovers of the mystery genre. If you aren’t already, please subscribe here. I’d love to have you!

I hope you enjoy the products on this list! All were hand-selected by yours truly based on what I, as a mystery lover myself, would love to be gifted.

As a heads up, I may earn a commission on products purchased using some links (this does not affect the price you pay). Also, while I confirmed prices and availability as of 11/15/21, these are subject to change. Online listings may not match what is written in this post.

Karen Mabon Agatha Christie pajamas-Cluesletter Holiday Catalogue 2021

For the “Christea” reader

  • Karen Mabon x Agatha Christie Book Covers Pajama Set (pictured). $170, anthropolgie.com. Get extra comfy with these colorful pajamas inspired by the original queen of cozy mysteries.
  • “Ivory Tea Time” Soft Enamel Pin. $10.95, thesimplybookishco.com. This cute enamel pin features a white teacup with a gold moon, star, and floral design.
  • Hercule Poirot Inspired Tea Caddy. $16, theliteraryteacompany.co.uk. Even the judicious Hercule Poirot would approve of this loose leaf black tea in a “chocolate fudge” flavor.
  • Agatha Christie Inspired Tea Infuser. $13, theliteraryteacompany.co.uk. Make the most satisfying cup of tea with this stainless steel tea infuser adorned with Poirot’s moustache, the Orient Express train, a magnifying glass, and other mystery-inspired charms.
Bookish Sleuth journal-Cluesletter Holiday Catalogue 2021

For the organized sleuth

  • The Bookish Sleuth: Mystery Reader’s Journal and Planner (pictured). $24.99, barnesandnoble.com. Tame your TBR and track your current reads with this hardcover journal specifically designed for mystery readers by author Sara Rosett.
  • Sherlock Holmes Bookwallet. $34, novelbookstore.co. Whip this vintage book-inspired wallet out during your next indie bookstore visit and impress every reader in sight.
  • Sleuth Style Hardcover Journal. $22.56, redbubble.com. Shout “Mystery Solved!” wherever you go with this adorable journal from designer Sleuth Style. Available with lined, graph, and blank paper, and also comes in pink, beige, orange, and blue colors.
  • Street Clock Pen and Magnifier. $6.95, amazon.com. Think of London street clocks when you use this novelty pen, complete with magnifying glass and sturdy base.
Olivia dagger earrings-Cluesletter Holiday Catalogue 2021

For the femme fatale

  • Quill & Ink™ Liner Kit. $39, storybookcosmetics.com. Create the boldest cat eye ever with this matte gel eyeliner, complete with a gorgeous golden quill brush and brush stand.
  • “Blood Red” Lipstick. $28, besamecosmetics.com. What’s a vixen without her red pout? Inspired by classic vintage colors, these Besame lipsticks are semi-matte, long-wearing, and moisturizing.
  • Freshwater Pearl Chain Necklace. $24.95, pavoi.com. Remember Linnet Ridgeway’s famously expensive pearl necklace in Death on the Nile? This is like that, but affordable enough for non-heiresses.
  • “Jezebel” Dagger and Heart Dress. $219 (currently on pre-order for $66), nicolettacarlone.com. Made using a 1938 pattern, this sumptuous stretch velvet dress with a hand-embroidered appliqué is perfect for ladies with a flair for the dramatic. (As an aside, I own a similar Nicoletta Carlone dress and can attest that the quality of her clothing is superb.)
  • “Olivia” Dagger Earrings (pictured). $17, nicolettacarlone.com. It was Olivia in the ballroom with the dagger . . . these dangling earrings are simple yet impactful, with a red rhinestone droplet of blood on the tips.
  • “Norma” Hand and Serpent Brooch. $23, nicolettacarlone.com. Nicoletta Carlone’s shop is filled with jewelry fit for even the most discerning femme fatale. This one is inspired by brooches of the 1940s.
Cozy mystery diner mug-Cluesletter Holiday Catalogue 2021

For the home decorator

  • Agatha Christie’s Murderers and Methods Poster. From $41.95, etsy.com. Sleuths who like aesthetically pleasing categorizations of murders will adore this poster print.
  • Nevermore and 221B Baker Street candles. $14.75 each, fromthepagecandles.com. These hand-poured soy wax candles inspired by famous literary works are perfect for burning while reading a favorite mystery.
  • Cozy Mystery Diner Mug (pictured). $15, etsy.com. From the Etsy shop of author Ellie Alexander comes this glossy mug, which matches the cover of Alexander’s Christmas cozy A Cup of Holiday Fear.
  • Agatha Christie Tea Towel. $13.35, theliterarygiftcompany.com. This 100% cotton tea towel features a hand-lettered quote from the celebrated queen of mystery.
Hitchcock film scores vinyl-Cluesletter Holiday Catalogue 2021

For the audiophile

* Please note that these products are used and could be tricky to find. You could possibly shop for them and/or similar vinyl records on other used sites like eBay and Etsy.

Nancy Drew socks-Cluesletter Holiday Catalogue 2021

For the teen sleuth

  • Hunt A Killer: Nancy Drew – Mystery at Magnolia Gardens. $29.99, amazon.com. When friends and family gather for the holidays, put on your sleuth hats and study testimonials, clues, and suspects to solve this detective-style game.
  • Nancy Drew Socks (pictured). $12, outofprint.com. These cozy socks feature a vintage design from the endpapers of Nancy Drew books first published around 1932.
  • Nancy Drew Inspired Charm Bracelet. $25, etsy.com. Who doesn’t love a good charm bracelet? Nancy Drew fanatics will adore sorting through the Nancy-inspired charms on this one.
  • Nancy Drew Wrapped Pencil Set. $14.99, etsy.com. Each of the five #2 pencils in this set is hand-wrapped with text from Nancy Drew mysteries.
Purrlock Holmes sticker-Cluesletter Holiday Catalogue 2021

For the sticker-obsessed

  • Trixie Belden Bob-Whites of the Glen Sticker. $3.50, etsy.com. Shopping for a Trixie fan? Initiate them into the Bob-Whites club with this waterproof sticker.
  • Sleuth Style stickers: Get A Clue and Jessica is My Role Model. From $2.57 each, redbubble.com. Sleuth Style has fantastic stickers for stylish mystery lovers. Here are two—check the shop for more!
  • Clue Cast Sticker. From $4, etsy.com. Get a clue? Got a clue! This cute sticker features the six main characters (plus the butler) from the 1985 classic.
  • Purrlock Holmes Sticker (pictured). From $2.39, society6.com. The Cozy Mystery Book Club mascot is looking mighty handsome in this vinyl sticker.
Qwerkywriter keyboard-Cluesletter Holiday Catalogue 2021

Bookish accessories

  • Cat Bookplates. $4, theliterarygiftcompany.com. What’s a cozy mystery sleuth without her feline companion? Adorn your books (and mark them as yours!) with these illustrated bookplates.
  • Murder Mystery Bookmark. $25, burntedgestudio.com. This wooden bookmark is handcrafted with an original design.
  • Qwerkywriter Typewriter Inspired Mechanical Keyboard* (pictured). $399, qwerkywriter.com. Because typing “It was a dark and stormy night” on a laptop isn’t nearly as satisfying as it would be on a typewriter.
  • Dracula Book Tote. $38, storiarts.com. This vintage-looking tote contains text and art related to Bram Stoker’s famous classic.

* This particular keyboard has an estimated ship date of December 2021. If you are keen on getting a keyboard in time for the holidays, there are other Qwerkywriter options available.

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