Five Star Gift Ideas

For your friend who really likes John Steinbeck, you could consider the following thoughtful and meaningful gift ideas:

1. A collection of John Steinbeck's books paperbacks or hardcovers, to add to her/his collection or to introduce her/him to new titles.

2. A biography or memoir of John Steinbeck for your friend to learn more about the author's life and works.

3. A framed quote from one of your friend's favorite books by John Steinbeck.

4. A leather-bound journal with a quote from John Steinbeck embossed on the cover to inspire her/him to keep writing.

5. A vintage map of the Salinas Valley, the setting of many of John Steinbeck's novels.

6. A subscription to a literary magazine or a book club that frequently features works by John Steinbeck.

7. A gift card to a local independent bookstore where your friend can peruse and purchase books by John Steinbeck and other authors.

8. A guided tour of some of the locations featured in John Steinbeck's novels.

9. A cozy blanket with a Steinbeck quote engraved on it for your friend to wrap herself/himself in while reading.

10. A personal guided tour of the National Steinbeck Center in Salinas, California.

Or you can get her/him a star map with an important date you share.