Last month I saw a review for a Lap Blanket from a company called Reading Comfort on S. Krishna’s Books blog. In that review, she linked to her review of the Book Buddy.
I thought that kind of product would be perfect for inclusion here in the Gift Guide, so I contacted them and asked for a donation, and I’m happy to announce that they agreed.
While I did not receive a sample to review myself, I was sold by S. Krishna’s review.
I can think of so many people who might enjoy a gift such as this: Your book-loving girlfriends or mom or aunt, not to mention your daughter.
This video shows exactly how it works and how it might be especially useful for hands-free reading (especially for those with arthritis or other issues that affect their motor skills). This immediately makes me think “Grandparent gift!”
You can also add an acrylic top, which turns it into a nice work surface for your laptop, which brings to mind “College Student” (or book review site editor, ahem).
They offer many patterns, from bright and whimsical, to classically elegant — sure to fit any decor.
Reading Comfort offers other nifty accessories such as elastic bookmarks and bookweights.
Use the discount code “blogger” at checkout to save 15% on all orders at
Reading Comfort through 2009.
As part of our Gift Guide Giveaway, one reader can can choose his or her Book Buddy of choice from the Reading Comfort site (U.S. residents only). Leave a comment here to enter.
This Giveaway is CLOSED.
Entries will be closed on December 8, and we will announce the winners on December 9. Please watch your email and check the site for your name, so that we can collect your shipping information and you can get your gift by Christmas.
Be sure you’ve entered all the giveaways in our 2009 Gift Guide and Giveaway event.
Books have always been buddies in Jennifer Donovan’s house. Read about her life and family at Snapshot.
What a wonderful gift idea. I could certainly use one and I know my MIL would love it too.
They are lovely, and useful.Great idea. Thanks for the chance to win.
I would love this for myself.
Good books are always welcome. Thanks for the contest!
Being a avid reader I just love these!. My favorite is the Tye Dye Peace with Pink Trim.
My favorite is the Freedom From Pain.I love the butterfly.
Thanks for the giveaway:)
My mom would enjoy one of these.
What a neat idea.. I would choice the Utopia..great colors.
Very cool!
Thanks for the giveaway >^..^<
I love Woodstock design.
I read every night in bed and would love one of these Book Buddys. My favorite is the Floral Sienna . So pretty and functional for those of us with arthritis.
Great gift idea!
This looks awesome.
Time to cuddle and read
This looks so cool!
What a great “comfort!”
I want one of these SO bad. My favorite is the High Five (Baby Blue)
I’m always reading and this would be so useful, as well as pretty. I love the Amneris (Burgundy) one.
thanks for the giveaway.
This would be the perfect Christmas gift for my mother. At 49, she is back in school and finding it much more physically challenging this time around.
kirbycolby at gmail dot com
Thank you!
These are great and they have so many designs. I would get either the Floral Sienna or Sage book buddy.
I would love to win this, thanks for the chance!
I like the Southampton Book Buddy.
What a great idea! I like the High Five (Baby Blue).
Oh the High Five (Baby Blue) is so pretty. What a great idea
What a great idea. I woule love this for myself.
I love the choices. I also liked that you could put a laptop on one as well. Thanks for the give away.
What a great tool this is! I love the Floral Sienna pattern!
great prize
I like the St. Tropez. I have never seen these before but can completely see what a great find they are. My wrists get tired before I do.
Wow what a great idea. It always drives me crazy when I’m in the middle of a great book and I can’t continue reading because my hands hurt from holding it. Plus, they have an awesome selection of patterns! thanks for the giveaway!
This is a great idea and would make a great gift for my mom. Thanks
This is such a great idea!
This is a wonderful idea I would love this for reading of course
I had not heard of the book buddy. It sounds great.
I would love to have one of these in Peace Pink.
So many to choose from, these look great.
mightynaynay(at)cs.com
I love the Mi’Lady fabric
Awesome idea! Thanks for the giveaway!
I have many people on my Christmas shopping list that would love a Book Buddy. The only problem is deciding on a pattern. There are so many great options.
fionen_ftw @ fionen dot com
This is a wonderful idea! I’d love to have one of these on a cold winter evening when I want to stay snuggled up under the blankets!
After watching the video I will be dropping hints for Christmas, this would be perfect for my arthritic hands. jelly15301@gmail.com
What a great idea! I love all of them, especially the Floral Sienna pattern!
please enter me grandma would love it
AWESOME giveaway! thank-you very much 4 the entry!
This is a great idea! Sometimes my hands get numb from holding a book while reading so this would put an end to that. Beautiful and useful!
This would be great for my daughter. She loves to read.
Thank you for the AWESOME GIVEAWAY.. Please count me in
That is really perfect for my grandpa who reads all the time! I hope I win this one!
I love this idea. So handy.
My grandmother could benefit from this book buddy.Thanks!