• There are a million reasons why books are great gifts--for every occasion! Here are just a few...

• June

• Books are great gifts for Dad because....

• • He already has a million ties.
  • Bouquets of flowers don't quite cut it for him.
  • He needs to retire his golf swing.
  • Then your hero can read about his.
  • You've discovered he doesn't know quite everything (not that you'll ever tell him so).

• July

• Books are great gifts for vacation because....

• • Summer sizzles more with a steamy beach read.
  • What else would you do while working on your tan?
  • They light up fireworks of independent American thinking.
  • Uncle Sam Wants You! to learn about our nation.
  • In the words of George Washington "knowledge of books is the basis on which all other knowledge rests.".

"The public needs books...for entertainment and release. But they need them for perspective. Facts are not enough. -President Bill Clinton"

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Books are affordable; one size always fits all, they provide hours of entertaining escape and as Amy Sedaris says, "Books make great gifts because they're easy to wrap!"

There is a book for every special person in your life. An adventure, a romance, a mystery, a comedy. Wish it, and it will come true within the pages of a book. Share the love of books with your friends and loved ones throughout the entire year! Explore our videos and other resources to learn more about giving the gift of a good book.

There are hundreds of reasons why books make great gifts for any time of the year. But don't take our word for it--just ask your favorite authors! Authors and celebrities from Elmo and Mary Higgins Clark to Bill O'Reilly and Jon Stewart know books are great gifts and are sharing just some of the reasons why in their own words. Their responses are often funny, sometimes whimsical and always thoughtful. Read on to find out what makes a book a great gift:

• “Books make great gifts because they are an amazing way to kill time while your web site is buffering.” Jon Stewart
• “Books make great gifts because they are a perfect way to get a conversation started.” Barbara Walters
• “Books make great gifts because they make great friends. Your cherished book can hold your secrets, and you can tell it every secret you have. And, it can't blab.” Maya Angelou
• “Books make great gifts because you can prove your point with them...Give opinions!” Bill O’Reilly
• “Books make great gifts because after you make love you can reach for one, it’s always there.” Frank McCourt
• “Books make great gifts because they’re everybody’s favorite things.” Julie Andrews
• “Books make great gifts because they’re not as hefty as fruitcake, but they’re enjoyable and they’re easy to devour.” Rachael Ray