Huge Book Christmas Gift Guide!

A huge bookish Christmas gift guide! All books mentioned are linked below. x
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THE BEGINNING OF THE WORLD IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT
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BOOKS MENTIONED
Moomin books: tinyurl.com/y8...
Bronte classics: tinyurl.com/yc...
Russian classics: tinyurl.com/y6...
Penguin clothbound classics: tinyurl.com/y9...
Little People, Big Dreams series: tinyurl.com/ya...
How To Make Friends with a Ghost by Rebecca Green tinyurl.com/yb...
Harry Potter: The History of Magic tinyurl.com/y9...
Illustrated Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them tinyurl.com/y6...
History of Magic published by Taschen HUGE format tinyurl.com/y6...
History of Magic published by Taschen smaller format tinyurl.com/y8...
History of the Circus published by Taschen HUGE format tinyurl.com/yd...
History of the Circus published by Taschen smaller format tinyurl.com/yb...
East of the Sun, West of the Moon tinyurl.com/mk...
Fearless Girls, Wise Women and Beloved Sisters: Heroines in Folk Tales from Around the World tinyurl.com/y8...
Perfectly Norman by Tom Percival tinyurl.com/y9...
The Nutcracker Pop Up tinyurl.com/y9...
What We See In the Stars tinyurl.com/y8...
Alphamals tinyurl.com/y8...
Paper Monsters tinyurl.com/y7...
Maps: Special Edition tinyurl.com/ya...
Here We Are by Oliver Jeffers tinyurl.com/yc...
Norse Myths: Tales of Odin, Thor and Loki tinyurl.com/yd...
Forward Book of Poetry 2017 tinyurl.com/y8...
The Secret Lives of Colour tinyurl.com/y7...
Tales from Outer Suburbia by Shaun Tan tinyurl.com/ya...
The Arrival by Shaun Tan tinyurl.com/ya...
The Gigantic Beard that was Evil tinyurl.com/yb...
The Phantom Atlas tinyurl.com/ya...
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The Little Mermaid illustrated by Yayoi Kasuma tinyurl.com/yb...
History of the Little Mermaid video • The True History of Th...
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WHO I AM
Hello, my name's Jen. I'm an award-winning poet and short story writer. My debut short story collection 'The Beginning of the World in the Middle of the Night' is published by Two Roads, and my first children's book, 'Franklin's Flying Bookshop,' is published by Thames and Hudson. I'm also the author of the Sunday Times bestselling 'Weird Things Customers Say in Bookshops' series, 'The Bookshop Book' and 'The Hungry Ghost Festival.'
I run writing workshops, give talks at universities & book festivals on a variety of topics, judge literary prizes, and take on freelance writing and editing. If you would like to speak with me about the possibility of working together, please get in touch via email: [e-mail] x
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NB This is not a sponsored video, and unless otherwise stated all books were bought by me.

[@jenvcampbell]

I hope this gift guide is helpful! All books mentioned are linked in the description box. If you'd like a gift recommendation for someone you're hoping to buy a book for, please leave a comment letting me know what kind of books your friend likes or what sort of book you're hoping to find for them, and I'll make a video giving you all personal book recommendations x

[@jayupadhya4049]

Jen Campbell somebody likes cartoons based on Dolls and books more like Fairy Tale dolls so which Ever after High the book version do you reccomend?

[@jenvcampbell]

I haven't read any Ever after High books, I'm afraid.

[@jaydoingstuff]

dear jen, i dont have a question but i'd just like to say thank you for helping me get back into my love of reading! i stopped reading for pleasure during the 3 years of my degree and when i finished i found your channel and it sent me right back to my love of books. so thank you, you're fantastic. x

[@danaskywalker]

I love your videos and your recommendations! I could listen to you talk about books all day.

[@DuluthTW]

Incredible suggestions. I want every single book - even the children's books. Thanks so much for sharing your great taste in literature.

[@lindsey7060]

This was fantastic! I have so many ideas for beautiful book gifts now. Thank you so much!

[@snowy9555]

Thanks Jen :) you always do the BEST Christmas gift videos xx

[@kaylatrevino1653]

Oh, Jen. All of these look amazing! l had so many people (including myself) in mind when you went through the books. Thank you for this helpful video. :)

[@lookinglikingloving]

Great book recommendations as always 🤗 I think my niece will have some beautiful books gifted to her - thanks again 📚😍

[@TheBookishLand]

Why I want to buy so many books for myself after watching this video XD Thank you so much Jen for these amazing suggestions!

[@Annafan-zg4zy]

Dear Jen, I have three grandsons, but it's my oldest (5th grade) that I'm struggling to find a book for Christmas. I always get each of them something new to encourage a love of reading. Thanks!

[@jenvcampbell]

The Christmasaurus tinyurl.com/y9k2wkpr x

[@mouse1781]

Such a gorgeous and interesting collection, Jen! Thank you :)

[@futuristicpiateman]

im gleefully squealing, this is perfect! some of those books just look so grand and ornate theyd be perfect as a christmas gifts thanks very much!!

[@Manik89]

Thank you thank you thank you, I just found the perfect gift through your video ♡

[@krissyn.3366]

This is great! Thank you for the recommendations Jen!

[@murphym75]

Jen you're an absolute Christmas Gift guide angel. Thank you so much. xxx

[@cynthiadesgagne8548]

Every book was more stunning than the rest. Definitely a great selection!

[@Readinordertolive]

I have the illustrated Fantastic Beasts and love this. I saw there will be an illustrated Beedle Tales coming next year, I am very excited for this!

[@hill7912A]

Oh Good idea!

[@saraisreading4231]

I love the HP illustrated editions, it's so nice to get an edition that's so beautiful AND gives a whole new reading experience!

[@micronoid]

I'm definitely getting The Phantom Atlas and What We See in the Stars as gifts. Not sure who'll they'll go to though, i'll probably decide during my xmas eve present wrapping.

[@nanettemccall8618]

Thank you Jen! Wonderful as always 😊

[@Siddiqaqadeer]

Can I just say I am always looking forward to your videos! Love your recommendations and enjoy listening to your reviews :-)

[@jenvcampbell]

Thank you very much x

[@ButtomSmashing]

Thank you for the recommendations. I'll be checking them out myself.

[@sirbooksage]

The Master and Margarita is such a great book. I really do need to read Doctor Zhivago. The movie is one of my all time favorite films, so I can imagine how good the actual book must be.

[@opheliabalou2652]

So many lovely books ♥️ thank you!

[@steponmeheron7142]

My brother loves comic books, Saul Bellow, and magical realism. I’d like to get him something beautiful and unique. Thanks so much!

[@jenvcampbell]

I recommend The Arrival by Shaun Tan tinyurl.com/y8wp2k2e or his collection Tales from Outer Suburbia tinyurl.com/y6vtabsk x

[@miamoreno7751]

I’ve been anticipating this video, even though I know it’ll get me into trouble ;) I absolutely adore all of your recommendations, the problem is I want to buy them all for myself. Thank you much for making this video, I will definitely be adding some of these books to my shelves and getting several of the kids books you recommended for my baby girl. I look forward to your future videos, happy reading!

[@arturyeon]

Dear Jen/Santa, when it comes to the Winter season, I think that we all look forward to the fuzzy feeling of seeing our beloved sitting around Christmas dinner. I have a friend who feels a bit lost and lonely at the moment and I was wondering if you've got any recommendations for books that make the reader feel calm or mindful, perhaps a Graphic Novel (though all kinds of books are appreciated). I'll leave you virtual biscuits and a digital cup of tea, Artur sans H PS: The recommendation last year was spot-on and the giftee loved it, thanks a lot!

[@chlo8330]

I got the Phantom Atlas last year for Christmas (after seeing it here and mentioning to my bf) it’s beautiful and so interesting (and at times quite amusing). Would recommend it to all.

[@karenbarrett9474]

Hi Jen - thank you for your fantastic video - I'll be following lots of your links! I would love your recommendations for the following groups/people: 1. 10/11 year old nephews who are very sporty and active who don't necessarily think books are all that 'cool'! 2. My 69 year old dad - loves novels by Wilbur Smith, Dick Francis and anything related to JFK and that period of history. Thanks!!

[@jenvcampbell]

1. The Gigantic Beard that was Evil tinyurl.com/ybxo7yvt or The Creakers tinyurl.com/ybmz2se8 2. Florence and Giles tinyurl.com/y7tnef5a x

[@ashrt4282]

Dearest Jen,I just love these videos each year, they always put me in the holiday spirit! Could you recommend some of your favourite literary journals? Preferably those that ship internationally (I live in Canada).... This might be for my wish list. Hopefully that's not selfish. :/

[@jenvcampbell]

I've recommended some books for you in my latest video kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpW0fqJsot-bmpY x

[@sashahawkins]

These videos are some of my favorites!!! Such amazing recommendations but ugh now I need most of them in my life haha :)) The illustrated Harry Potter stuff are all so gorgeous! I am collecting the series (still don't have Prisoner of Azkaban but once they start selling them where I live, I will definitely snatch it up) but the Fantastic Beasts and History of Magic... I may have to save up and make some room in my collection for them. *sigh*

[@aaronvelazquez5599]

Dear Jane, I would like to have a recommendation for a friend who likes medieval historical books somewhat dramatic and with a hint of thriller. Although she likes them more on the academic side. Thank you so much Jen. Happy holidays

[@jenvcampbell]

I've recommended some books for you in my latest video kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpW0fqJsot-bmpY x

[@dorkabrain]

I don't have people in my life, so nobody to buy gifts for. But this was a nice video to listen to whilst I paint.

[@MAOOMI]

dorkabrain It is a nice listen :)

[@scoota150]

Loved it Thank You !!

[@shutupnread]

My eyes...my eyes...too many pretty books. These are incredible recommendations! Thank you! I'd get them but I'm afraid I might want to keep them all to myself!

[@BaReader]

I'm just adding books to my own wishlist instead of buying books for other people :') A book is sort of my go-to gift though, so I'm always trying really hard to come up with other gifts than books...

[@ameliachaney6218]

Thanks so much! I love to watch all of your videos, especially the holiday gift guide. Dear Jen, I am looking for a gift for a friend. She enjoys historical fiction, classics (mainly Austen), and Gothic mysteries like Shadow of the Wind. What would your recommend?

[@jenvcampbell]

Florence and Giles tinyurl.com/yawgz8wr and Poor Things tinyurl.com/zx95oq5 x

[@lilymarie428]

Dear Jen, I think we can all say it's been a hard year, and during it my time to read has dwindled, and now I'm finding it hard to get back into reading. This year I picked up my first Atwood and really enjoyed it. I'm not the type to easily be immersed in a story and was hoping you could help me out. Xx

[@jenvcampbell]

I recommend The Crimson Petal and the White - you will lose yourself in it tinyurl.com/yczjrfqq x

[@lilymarie428]

Jen Campbell thank you! Ever since I discovered your chanel I've been meaning to pick up his work; I'll be sure to get on it!

[@lauren-su2qb]

Dear Jen, my mom adores mystery/crime books, especially stuff with quirky/lovable detectives. I think she will read something dark but I would guess favours a lighter read. Two series I know she enjoys are No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency and Sue Grafton's alphabet series. Thank you and merry christmas.

[@jenvcampbell]

The Trouble with Goats and Sheep is a novel about two children trying to solve a mystery on their street tinyurl.com/y9ogr6ot x

[@AlwaysDoing]

Dear Jen, I'm looking for a recommendation for my six year old nephew. He's into dinosaurs and firefighters (his dad is one) and loves playing with the chickens at Grandma's house. Thank you for making these wonderful gift guides! ❤ Kazen

[@jenvcampbell]

A book that can be read to him: The Christmasaurus tinyurl.com/y9k2wkpr x

[@AlwaysDoing]

Thank you so much for this recommendation - it's perfect!

[@paperbacklaura8967]

Jen, I've watched your videos for ages and love them, and yet until this day never realised you wrote The Bookshop Book?! I'm not sure what I've been doing with my life. Sincere apologies. Thank you for this great gift gide! :)

[@jenvcampbell]

Ha, yes, that's me :) thank you x

[@lizziereads4531]

Dear Jen/Santa, My boyfriend is typically not a book lover, but on holiday this year he read Norse Mythology by Neil Gaiman and loved the myth retellings but in their short, consumable style. I was wondering if you had any similar suggestions as he loves fantasy/mythological film and TV and I want to get him another book (I always want to encourage reading!) x

[@lizziereads4531]

Having now watched the video I am considering the Kevin Crossley-Holland and Jeffrey Alan Love book but I am still interested in any you may have to suggest!

[@michelepastele5347]

American Gods by Neil Gaiman is wonderful if he hasn't read it yet ...

[@jenvcampbell]

The Jack Zipes translation of the Brothers Grimm is great tinyurl.com/yc4v63kr x

[@sambonie86]

Dear Jen, My father loves Canadian history especially any books to do with the Arctic. What would you recommend him?

[@michelepastele5347]

Will Steger is an amazing explorer who lives in Minnesota - has written several books on his travels.

[@jenvcampbell]

tinyurl.com/ycs7nj95 x

[@irenelucca]

life and fate - one of my most loved book - i didn't know it was published in the russian vintage series!!! buybuybuy i'm in love!

[@zoeymusesaboutbooks3870]

This was so much fun to watch! subscribed :)

[@downunderlife8433]

Hi Jen..last year you recommended The Phantom Atlas for my husband and he loved it. Anything else you could suggest? He loves maps(he designs maps for a living), poems and writing to name a few. Thank you!

[@jenvcampbell]

I've recommended some books for you in my latest video kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpW0fqJsot-bmpY x

[@ordowaid.2665]

amazing recommendations!! great video!

[@alesandra4439]

Dear Jen, I am looking for a unique fun read. I have loved and gifted some of your suggestions in the past such as the Phantom Atlas and Fox Tossing: and And Other Forgotten and Dangerous Sports, Pastimes, and Games! Anything that is similar fun that you can recommend? I love all your suggestions! Thanks so much!

[@jenvcampbell]

I've recommended a book for you in my new video x

[@alesandra4439]

Thank you so much! I am gonna order it, sounds great! I really appreciate the time you take to give the recommendations, happy holidays jen! :)

[@er1nyes_]

Taschen is usually a bit pricey, but they make the best art books. Quality comes with a price, so they say. I loved this gift guide...and I want them all! xD

[@theiceisgettingthin]

These videos are so bad for my bank account love it though thank you for another amazing guide you give the best recommendations

[@deedsreadswithtea]

Dear Jen/Santa, I have a friend (mid-twenties) who is always saying she wants to read more but finds it so hard to get immersed in books these days. She loves character driven stories, but doesn't have much patience for slow-moving ones. Like me, she is a lover of fairy tales, fantasy, and all things magical. I would love to give her a book that will pull her in, and hopefully one that can warm her heart...it is Christmas after all :) Much love to you! PS, I've already ordered your picture book to give my 4-year-old goddaughter this year. xx

[@jenvcampbell]

How about The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland... tinyurl.com/ycfdmfsu x

[@elenamauro6724]

Dear Jen/Santa I would like a recommendation regarding some nonfiction books, my besr friend is now really interested in that, she liked Diamond's books and she's very eager to learn new things. Thanks a lot for your advices, I love your videos :)

[@jenvcampbell]

Lots of recommendations here kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZbVnHaomM-sg9E x

[@Liz86000]

I knew many of these books through your videos (and because I have some of them myself), but my goodness, I almost start drooling every time I see the book on The Little Mermaid. This will definitely be a gift... for myself ! (I can do that, right ?). Now my question is: Dear Jen, what book should I buy for someone who likes historical fiction (with some romance in it, she's a romantic)? Thank you !

[@michelepastele5347]

Victoria and Abdul by Shribani Basu

[@jenvcampbell]

Tipping the Velvet tinyurl.com/yafjgwwb x

[@Liz86000]

Thank you! I have "Fingersmith" but I've never read "Tipping the Velvet".

[@Readinordertolive]

Dear Jen, I would love some advice on books for my Dad, he likes thrillers and mystery type books where you don't know what is going to happen next, not too long. He has recently liked The Girl Who Couldn't Read and Florence and Giles.

[@jenvcampbell]

The Book Collector tinyurl.com/ybgul3wu x

[@Readinordertolive]

Thanks Jen!

[@lemonmiranda4233]

Dear Jen, I’d like a recommendation for a friend who was a big fan of YA and fantasy until recently, and has started reading classics and exploring different genres. Ps all these books are gorgeous, thanks for your recommendations!

[@jenvcampbell]

The Butcher's Hook tinyurl.com/y8m99cfs x

[@hyundai40]

Dear Jen, I would love to get a book recommendation for my boyfriend. He doesn't read much, but recently I got him to read The Alchemist and he absolutely loved it. He likes to read about living your dream and achieving your goals. He's a really driven person with a passion for everything he does. Since he loved The Alchemist so much I'm on the hunt for a book that is quick to read and with similar themes. Thanks a lot! ❤

[@michelepastele5347]

austin kleon has some great, short books and he did a TED talk too.

[@jenvcampbell]

Life of Pi tinyurl.com/ybfcwcf6 x

[@MarieLaureDelageCarlson]

Dear Jen/Santa, I'd love recommendations of magical realism books featuring women moving in an old house and/or taking care of a garden. Something similar to The Physick book of Deliverance Dane which I loved.

[@michelepastele5347]

All Soul's Trilogy - Debra Harkness - delightful.

[@MarieLaureDelageCarlson]

Thank you! I have read the trilogy and loved it!

[@jenvcampbell]

The Knife Drawer tinyurl.com/y9wxtgmr x

[@MarieLaureDelageCarlson]

Thank you Jen, it's perfect!! I ordered it :). I found you recently and I love listening to you, you are like a ray of sunshine.

[@briannaseidel2235]

Dear Jen, wondering if you have any recommendations for books involving Latin American culture! Food or female heroines are a plus!

[@michelepastele5347]

Frida Kahlo diary or Frida Kahlo cookbook

[@jenvcampbell]

The House of the Spirits tinyurl.com/y7xqo5y8 x

[@miltonwongts]

Hey Jen, I'm going to London with my family soon and I'm wondering if you could share with me your favourite bookstores in London!

[@jenvcampbell]

London Review Bookshop, Foyles Charing Cross, British Library Bookshop, Persephone Books, Cecil Court x

[@jenvcampbell]

Oh and the Wellcome Collection. x

[@teaspoones]

I love your gift guides a lot! So many great ideas! Dear Jen, I'm looking for a present for my best friend. She likes classics (especially Jane Austen), Christmas stories and everything related to feminism. Thank you for your help! :)

[@jenvcampbell]

I've recommended some books for you in my latest video kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpW0fqJsot-bmpY x

[@natassa9297]

Dear Jen. My best friend is a huge fan of Sherlock Holmes and reads a lot of classics. She used to live in Sweden (where I live) but moved back to her home country Germany, so she's a big fan of German fairytales and Swedish children classics (so I guess she must be a fan of that in general). I've gotten her a Danish copy of HC Andersen's fairytales, but want something else to go with it. Any suggestions? Thank you and happy holidays xx

[@jenvcampbell]

Gretel and the Dark tinyurl.com/ya7gtslo or The Bear and the Nightingale tinyurl.com/y9zg3dhr x

[@natassa9297]

Thank you so much!!

[@katielynch8053]

My dad really likes James Joyce. Are there any books similar to James Joyce books?

[@michelepastele5347]

The Alexandria Quartet by Lawrence Durrell is a lovely series, similar era.

[@jenvcampbell]

Nox by Anne Carson tinyurl.com/y6ulc74n The Book of Numbers tinyurl.com/y73jwnh2

[@katielynch8053]

Thanks so much.

[@featherboa]

My best friend and I both loved Rupi Kaur's "Milk and Honey." Do you know of any other poetry collections like it? (I already bought her second collection, but I'm looking for new authors). Also do you know of any good novels with a Jewish protagonist? Literally any genre.

[@michelepastele5347]

Incredible book is 'The Invisible Wall' by Harry Bernstein who began writing in his 90's after the death of his wife.

[@jenvcampbell]

I've recommended some books for you in my latest video kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpW0fqJsot-bmpY x

[@jessdanon6183]

Are there any beautiful, illustrated poetry collections? :) And what would you recommend as a gift for a philosophy major who's favourite author is Haruki Murakami?

[@michelepastele5347]

Min Jin Lee - Free Food for Millionaires & Pachinko...

[@jenvcampbell]

For the philosophy major I'd recommend Einstein's Dreams tinyurl.com/jltbslm And this new collection just came out, which is pretty special: tinyurl.com/ybzywqup x

[@Jezire1988]

Dear Jen, my husband loves cormac McCarthy, Steinbeck, and twain. Who else should I gift him with this Christmas

[@jenvcampbell]

The Dumb House by John Burnside tinyurl.com/h7tbk3x x

[@samantha.irenes]

Dear Jen, what do you recommend for my mom who loves mysteries, especially ones about lost/buried treasure?

[@michelepastele5347]

Captain Kidd and Skeleton Island by Harold Wilkins

[@jenvcampbell]

The Trouble with Goats and Sheep tinyurl.com/y9ogr6ot x

[@samantha.irenes]

Thanks Jen, sounds perfect!

[@samantha.irenes]

Thanks!! This looks right up her alley!

[@BeckyTeacup]

Dear Jen, I have a friend that loves the Lord of the Rings (Books and Movies) and already has lot of copies of the book. Any ideas?

[@jenvcampbell]

The Name of the Wind tinyurl.com/yc8hdy8c

[@stephcasuga6133]

Dear Jen, this video is amazing, the problem is... I want to buy all of these books for myself! This year I have a really beautiful gift for my boyfriend and it is a voucher for a PILOT LESSON but I would like to find a book and hide the voucher inside it. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE I NEED HELP!

[@michelepastele5347]

jonathan livingston seagull?

[@jenvcampbell]

Some recommendations: 1. tinyurl.com/yab8fz2f 2. tinyurl.com/ybxpq8yx x

[@Yenlover23]

Dear Jen, I want to find a book for my friend. He likes classics, particularly American classics like Fitzgerald, faulkner, and Philip Roth but I would like to find him something that he hasn't heard of before. He likes satirical and beautifully written things. if you could recomend me something for him it would be much appreciated.

[@michelepastele5347]

check out author Saul Bellow, or books by the Prince of Tides' author

[@jenvcampbell]

The Dumb House tinyurl.com/h7tbk3x x

[@hill7912A]

Dear Jen slash Santa LOL. My sister has written film scripts, submitted to and much liked by TV channels but not successful due to budgetary constraints as they are all speculative fiction, that is Horror, some weird magical realism, sci-fi etc. My most successful book purchase for her ever was the Dark Materials trilogy when it first came out. Any suggestions: on a Christmas pressie :)

[@jenvcampbell]

Arcadia by Iain Pears tinyurl.com/y8zpom24 x

[@hill7912A]

Interesting idea. I've been meaning to read that one myself. thank you

[@tarawilde]

Dear Jen, I have a friend who loves YA fantasy but would like to branch out into adult fantasy. She doesn't want anything with too complicated world building or characters that have difficult names to pronounce. Maybe an urban fantasy? Or something fairytale-esque? I have very little knowledge of fantasy but I trust your recommendations :D Thanks!

[@jenvcampbell]

The Bool Collector tinyurl.com/y8cd77yv The Gracekeepers tinyurl.com/y7m8ra7m x

[@SuperPao]

Dear Jen/Santa, I have a secret Santa present I have to get for someone that works as an architect, likes yoga, history, and philosophy, and thinks he's too cool for social media. Any recommendations would be great!

[@michelepastele5347]

Sarah Susanka - 'The Not So Big House' and'Inside the Not So Big House' - about 'the way we live now' - simplicity, streamlining.

[@jenvcampbell]

I've recommended some books for you in my latest video kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpW0fqJsot-bmpY x

[@CuriosityRocks]

Awesome video 😍

[@katherinegeorge2931]

Dear Jen/Santa, Please recommend poetry for someone who loves Melissa Lee-Houghton. Thanks!

[@jenvcampbell]

I've recommended some books for you in my latest video kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpW0fqJsot-bmpY x

[@paulwinchell6904]

To badly quote Dumbledore " Of course its in your heart, but that doesn't mean it isn't real"

[@simoneisabelnorgaard]

Dear Jen! I love the concept of this video :) I'm looking for a book of fiction for my father, he is an astronomer, and I am looking for a novel (or maybe a play - it would be fun to gift him a play as I am a playwright myself) about science or maybe historical science. Any ideas? Merry Christmas :)

[@jenvcampbell]

In my new book, The Beginning of the World in the Middle of the Night, the title story is a play where a couple are discussing the origins of the universe. tinyurl.com/gmh4h5u As for others, there's Tom Stoppard's new play: tinyurl.com/y7oa7w5z x

[@simoneisabelnorgaard]

Thank you so much for the quick reply! Great recommendations :)

[@ReadByJess]

I love how Christmas is always an expensive for giant, coffee table books!

[@saramaritmacgregor]

Hi Jen, I'm looking for books for three girls aged 11, 12 and 13. They need to be paperback/lightweight for posting. Trying to avoid anything with dark themes! I'm not sure what they're into but I know they're animal lovers (dogs, cats, horses). I really like the paperback Puffin and Vintage Children's Classics but is there anything else you would recommend?

[@jenvcampbell]

11 year old: tinyurl.com/y9k2wkpr 12 year old: tinyurl.com/y8xls7u9 13 year old: tinyurl.com/ycfdmfsu

[@irinastolyar2454]

Dear Jen, These books all look so beautiful! Thinking of getting Secret Lives of Color and all the picture books, very heartwarming :) I'm looking for a recommendation for a book to get my poetry professor from the poetry workshop I had at university, one of the classes in the Creative Writing department. She dressed up as Emily Dickinson for Halloween this year, recommended Virgin Suicides and the poem Having a Coke with You by Frank O Hara to me, knows all about Plath, loved The Shining, and her own published work talks about art and her friend's suicide, among other things. Its hard to get a professor something because you don't want to spend too much and have it be weird. Also, what would you get someone that loves reading about artists/writers/writing/art? I love you and your channel so much and have gotten and read many books from your videos as well as lots of wisdom, inspiration, and writing insights :) I happily own both Franklin and Beginning of the World and would love to do your writing workshop next time it comes around.

[@michelepastele5347]

She might like any of the works of Mary Oliver, or some of the beautiful poetry done by C.D. Wright (now deceased) or Tess Gallagher.

[@jenvcampbell]

If she dressed up as Emily Dickinson then I recommend getting her Fairy Copy by Rebecca Hazelton tinyurl.com/yce3jyg6 And as for someone that loves reading about artists and writers, I'd recommend Secret Sisterhood tinyurl.com/ybx4jnc2 x

[@santersgrotto]

Dear Jen, I have a friend who loves poetry and LGBT themes and writers. I'm also trying to bring out her feminist side (slowly but surely!). I know she has a collection of LGBT love poems and it's one of her favourite books. Any recommendations would be hugely appreciated!

[@michelepastele5347]

Jeanette Winterson's books are lovely.

[@jenvcampbell]

I've recommended some books for you in my latest video kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpW0fqJsot-bmpY x

[@lauraj7528]

Dear Jen/Santa, what would you recommend for a friend who is obsessed with true crime shows/podcasts etc. It doesn’t necessarily have to be non-fiction. Thanks!

[@jenvcampbell]

The Red Parts tinyurl.com/y738s889 or The Boy Who Could See Demons tinyurl.com/ycdaxvlg x

[@lauraj7528]

Jen Campbell thank you! X

[@BookworminBarrie]

Dear Jen, I would like to get my Mom a book about witches, but she has so many, do you know of any lesser known books about witches that maybe I could find?

[@bookelement7848]

Hollyberry1980 Witches of New York and The Witchkeepers sister - both are "adult" witch books :-)

[@BookworminBarrie]

Book Element Thank you, she has the witches of by, but I don't think she has the other.

[@jenvcampbell]

I've recommended some books for you in my latest video kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpW0fqJsot-bmpY x

[@koeyji4]

Thank you so much for doing this! Dear Jen, what do I get for someone really special who wants to get back into reading after a long period of being too busy for it.

[@jenvcampbell]

You'll need to give me a bit more info; what do they like?

[@koeyji4]

Jen Campbell Well, this person used to read mainly fantasy and SF. He studies Physics and he's really passionate about it.

[@jenvcampbell]

I've recommended some books for you in my latest video kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpW0fqJsot-bmpY x

[@koeyji4]

Jen Campbell Thank you so much! You're really amazing! I feel like he's going to love it!

[@AnnaJ55]

Dear Jen/Santa, I would like to buy a book for my brother this Christmas. He's not a big reader, but we're going on a family trip to South Africa in January and I would love it if he would be reading instead of bugging me on the plane ride there. He loves sports, but is also interested in wars and possibly autobiographies that an average 25 year old guy would like. Thanks!

[@michelepastele5347]

out of africa by isak dineson

[@jenvcampbell]

I recommend this tinyurl.com/yab8fz2f x

[@MegBookishRamblings]

Dear Jen, My boyfriend is very much into LOTR, Clive Barker, and fantasy along the lines of Glen Cook. I really want to get him something that would be similar to those authors and I'm struggling to find the right book. What would you recommend?

[@jenvcampbell]

The Name of the Wind tinyurl.com/yc8hdy8c

[@MegBookishRamblings]

Jen Campbell Thank you very much for the suggestion though I gifted him that book for his birthday in October :)

[@jenvcampbell]

A few more: 1. tinyurl.com/yaazompq 2. tinyurl.com/y7jkhzk2 3. tinyurl.com/y7qvqclc x

[@DeliciousReads]

Dear Jen/Santa- looking for a short story collection for a friend. She's not read any and want to get her one to introduce her to the genre. Maybe a set of interlinking ones?

[@jenvcampbell]

I've made a video on where to start with short story collections here, which should help x kzbin.info/www/bejne/qGWuk5JtZbh7ick

[@Angie-sg9oo]

Dear Jen, what do you recommend for a thirty-three year old male who doesn't read much, to get him into reading?

[@jenvcampbell]

+Curly Kitty you’ll have to give me more pointers than gender - what kind of things does he like?

[@Angie-sg9oo]

Jen Campbell hi jen, thx for replying! He is into sports, cars, action films.... Has never read much but when i gave him "the perfume" by Patrick Süskind he loved it, because it was such an unusual story... A book really has to grip him (can you say that?), otherwise he gives up on it. Does that help?

[@jenvcampbell]

Non fiction: tinyurl.com/yab8fz2f Fiction: tinyurl.com/yczjrfqq x

[@Angie-sg9oo]

Jen Campbell thx so much!

[@DoraCsapo]

Dear Jen/Santa, I'm looking for a book for my boyfriend who is a massive StarWars fan, loves video games, Stranger Things, follows American politics religiously, but he isn't a massive reader. I gave him Ready Player One last year and he loved it, so I'm on the hunt for something similar, that's a quick read and is quite plot-driven. Thanks a bunch for the videos, I love your recommendations! PS I just finished Our endless numbered days, oh-my-god it killed me.

[@jenvcampbell]

Noted! Will reply in the video :) x

[@michelepastele5347]

recently out: The CIA as Organized Crime

[@jenvcampbell]

The Martian tinyurl.com/y7vpus86 Artemis tinyurl.com/yanxsv38 x

[@DoraCsapo]

Thank you! Happy holidays!

[@samantha634]

Dear Jen, Help! I need to find the perfect book for my non-book reading boyfriend. He's a microbiologist so maybe something science-y. I don't want to get anything too heavy or specific. Maybe something like your Weird Things Customers Say in Bookshops series but with... science. Or maybe running. Or video games. I know nothing about these things!

[@mypeacefulrevolution]

Samantha Elizabeth Hello! Whilst reading through the comments, I saw yours and a book popped into my mind that could correspond: Ready Player One by Ernest Cline :)

[@samantha634]

Ooh, good choice. That might just work. Thanks!

[@jenvcampbell]

I've recommended some books for you in my latest video kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpW0fqJsot-bmpY x

[@samantha634]

Thanks!

[@AuburnAfterglow]

I want them all!!! For myself!!!! ;DDDD

[@SunriseFireberry]

Gift guide. Cool. OK. --British literary history book, one that maybe is illustrated & is both none too shallow & not written at the M.A. level. --best art book on the Musee d'Orsay I love Taschen. I have their 2 vol. Impressionism, ed. Walther.

[@jenvcampbell]

Some recommendations tinyurl.com/y8hj2nx2 tinyurl.com/y9tnyoe3 tinyurl.com/y8noemby

[@SunriseFireberry]

Thanks Jen!

[@nightowl2029]

Dear Jen/Santa, I need a recommendation for my brother, who is currently abroad, teaching English to middle schoolers in South Korea. I'm looking for something small and lightweight, since shipping is so expensive. It might also be cool to have something that features South Korean culture or a Korean author, but that's not a requirement. He majored in Brit Lit, and he has a sarcastic sense of humor.

[@shmoolicious]

If you order it through, say, Book Depository, they will ship whatever you buy for free...

[@nightowl2029]

Thanks, that's a good point. My original plan was to send him the book along with a couple other small things - kind of a little Christmas package, with the main thing being a book. But taking your suggestion and sending the other stuff separately could potentially save me a lot of money, so I shall consider it. Even with that though, I think something fairly short in length would be better for him, because he's super busy.

[@michelepastele5347]

kyung-sook shin - 'please look after mom, and 'I'll be right there' - recognized as an important author in South Korea

[@jenvcampbell]

The White Book tinyurl.com/yctpezxd The Impossible Fairy Tale tinyurl.com/h2pb32r x (If you'd like something sarcastic (forgive me but) I recommend 'Weird Things Customers Say in Bookshops' tinyurl.com/y9rne5n2 x)

[@nightowl2029]

Thanks, Jen!!

[@irenelucca]

Dear Santa/Jen i need to find a gift for a friend of mine who's obsessed with crows, i thought you could be of some help since you're the one who started it (well sort of, i gifted her grief + crow, now she has one ALIVE in her garden). Every suggestion for fairytales, books, essays on crows are more then welcome!!!!

[@jenvcampbell]

I've recommended some books for you in my latest video kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpW0fqJsot-bmpY x

[@LightintheWasteland]

Dear Jen/Santa, I'd love to get my mum hooked on a new book series. She likes fantasy, sci fi and period dramas, and prefers her books clean, with minimal smuttiness, and a nice happy ending. She loves Harry Potter, Pride & Prejudice, and also enjoyed Hunger Games, but I'm struggling to suggest anything new for her. Thank you! x

[@michelepastele5347]

Has she read The Compass Series by Philip Pullman - lovely, enchanting.

[@jenvcampbell]

How about The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland... tinyurl.com/ycfdmfsu x

[@LightintheWasteland]

Thank you both! x

[@josseffa07]

Dear Jen ! This Is one of the videos from you that I love most! This recommendation is for me jahaha but I've been looking for 8 years something like 1Q84 because I've read a lot of murakami but they don't really compare (also which one do you think is murakami a closest one perhaps I haven't read that one) thank you so much also I'm def getting the Russians merry Christmas

[@jenvcampbell]

Cloud Atlas tinyurl.com/yb7p5wcb x

[@penelopeworsham3590]

Dear Santa Jen, what would you recommend for circus lovers? I'm quite interested in the nonfiction aspect but what would you recommend as fiction for circus lovers? Thanks bunches, Penelope

[@jenvcampbell]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/jp-qpIibfa5gos0 x

[@nrt523]

Dear Jen, What book do I buy for my mum so she can stop trying to make me read A Little Life and bookspam me with something else?

[@jenvcampbell]

Ha! Added to the list x

[@jenvcampbell]

Ruby by Cynthia Bond tinyurl.com/y9mhl7fc Little Fires Everywhere tinyurl.com/ybtawakn

[@nrt523]

Ha! I just recommended Ruby to her on Goodreads two weeks ago! Little Fires Everywhere sounds awesome too. Thank you for taking the time to respond to everyone even though it's such a busy time :) Happy holidays!

[@shmoolicious]

Dear Jen/Santa, I'd like a recommendation for a friend (female, late 30s) who likes dark stuff, thrillers and murder mysteries. Wishing you a lovely Christmas!

[@michelepastele5347]

Caroline Kepnes-'You,' and 'Hidden Bodies' - pretty chilling...Carousel Court by Joe McGinnis, Jr...Jonathan Kellerman - Heartbreak Hotel ...

[@jenvcampbell]

I recommend The Girl Who Couldn't Read by John Harding tinyurl.com/yd2cqbnom x

[@rasydanfitri4302]

Umm, I want them all, haha

[@charleykane4548]

Viz the Russians - it would have been good to know who translated these. The calibre of the text is - for most of us - more important than what is illustrated on the cover.

[@jenvcampbell]

+Charley Kane you can easily find out by clicking the link of each title in the video description. Translator details are there.

[@walkinthewoods981]

Moomin was disappointing because of the racial undertones. But so many lovely books to add to any library.