Bookworm Moms: Remarkable Reading Gifts for Mother's Day

With Mother’s Day quickly approaching it can be difficult to think of a personal gift outside of the usual chocolates and flowers, but if your mum is a real bookworm why not feed her book habit this year with some of the best new releases or some reading accessories to help her enjoy reading anytime and anywhere. Below we’ve got some of the top picks of this year’s book releases and some great reading accessory gift ideas to help you choose a memorable gift for your mum this year.

Reading Accessory Gift Ideas

1. 1. Book lover’s gift basket – If you’re going all out with Mother’s Day presents this year, then why not put together a hamper of book lover’s gifts. Fill a beautiful basket with all the accoutrements an avid reader needs such as bookmarks, books or e-book gift vouchers, a plush blanket, speciality teabags and a good mug. Tie it all up in clear cellophane and put a big ribbon round it to make it a beautiful gift your mum will love!
2. 2. Reading lights to make reading easy on the eye – If your mum loves to read before bed, get her a handy, reading light. There are lots to choose from. Some clip over the top of the book, others hang round the neck, some are held against the page and some even double as a bookmark! 
3. 3. Reading attire – Since reading is often done for relaxation at home, your mum might appreciate some Mother’s Day presents she can wear to enhance her reading experience. Luxurious slippers and pyjamas are the perfect thing to wear whilst getting lost in a good book. Or how about a slanket? It’s a blanket with sleeves to keep you warm when sitting up in bed reading! 

Best New Books for Mother’s Day

1. 1. A Hundred Pieces of Me by Lucy Dillon – Gina Bellamy overcomes serious health issues and rids herself of her unfaithful husband. She starts a mission to own just 100 belongings that have real meaning for her. It’s a wonderful story reminding us of what’s really important and apt for Mother’s Day!
2. 2. 59 Seconds. Think a little, change a lot by Professor Richard Wiseman – This book is perfect for a go-getting mum who loves self-improvement. Professor Wiseman exposes modern day, self-help myths and guides you through things you can achieve and change within minutes rather than months or years. 
3. 3. Burial Rites by Hannah Kent – If your mum is looking for a great drama to get stuck into, then this is it. Hannah Kent tells the story of Icelander Agnes Magnúsdóttir she lives with her District Officer and his family whilst awaiting her execution after being prosecuted for the murder of her lover. 

Whatever your mum loves reading there are books out there to suit her, just make sure she’s reading in comfort and style this Mother’s Day! A gift that supports one of your mum’s hobbies and interests will go down a storm and are a personal gift to show just how well you know her and how much you care. 

Jess Savage is a busy homemaker and mother of three. She loves blogging about thoughtful and innovative ways to enjoy family, from holidays to crafts and cooking.

High Cost Of Education

When I was a student, I never gave much attention to the financial aspect involved in sending kids to school. I knew they were being taken cared of by the adults. My role was to fulfill my parents' dream of making them proud by giving them the accolades I earned in school.

That perception changed when I became the parent and is now sending a kid to school on her 9th Grade. The cost of education before didn't hit me at all until now. The tuition fees increased by 3 percent, most of the books have been changed so I couldn't borrow from friends who have older kids in school and there are additional fees to pay aside from the normal fees I have paid the last time. Everything is costly! And everything is just business! Where is the aspect of providing real education with less the expense from educators?

I spoke to some parents in school today while I was waiting for my turn to pay for the books I purchased. They have 4-5 kids in school and I have only 1 but I am already wondering where I will get the payment for the last term. If only there are scholarships offered to expats' kids here then it wouldn't be this difficult to gather funds for schooling. And then I realized that education should be accessible to all and not very expensive. Education should be given for free!

Old-Fashioned Reading

I call myself old-fashioned when it comes to reading books. I know that technology has evolved tremendously over the years and reading books is not confined to printed materials anymore.

The advent of the world wide web created an avenue for avid readers to read their favorite journals, novels, magazines and articles electronically. Websites for book lovers sprouted the past few years and they are offering various e reader applications to download to your e-book reader, tablet, mobile or PC to read digital edition of books, magazines, articles and journals.

I have a tablet but I still cannot bring myself to read e-books. I still frequent my favorite book stores in Dubai and US. I find immense joy in reading books after books in print because I can write notes on them and add them in my book collection.

Rent Textbooks and Save Money

Higher education is associated with increased financial strain which involves tuition, housing and most surprisingly-textbooks.

It is often very difficult to justify spending hundreds of dollars on books that you will only use for a semester and sometimes never open again.Thankfully, many students are discovering that when they rent textbooks, instead of buying, that they can save more than 50% off the cover price.There are tens of thousands of textbooks available for rental including Homework Helper Chemistry.With free shipping both ways you never get stuck with hefty postal charges.The rental periods are designed to fit the needs of a typical college student and are available in a semester, summer or quarter basis.If you find that you need to keep your book just a little bit longer to study for that all important final exam feel free to use the 15 or 30 day rental extensions that are available.Renting your textbooks is a worry free experience.For example, if you find that you changed your mind about a class you can return your textbook within 30 days of ordering for a full money back guarantee. Alternatively, if you found that the textbook has changed your life and that you want to keep it with you forever, simply pay the difference between the rental price and the cover price and the book is yours to keep forever.

Renting your textbooks instead of buying them is a great and stress-free way of putting your money back into your pocket.