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Article  •  3 December 2024

 

The Penguin Present Picker

Having trouble finding the perfect bookish gift? Our state-of-the-art Present Picker is here to help!

You've found your way to the Penguin website so we're sure you'll agree that a book is a great gift: wallet-friendly, versatile, easy to wrap!

But with so many amazing books out there, matching your loved one with the right read can sometimes be challenging.

The Penguin Present Picker is designed to help you navigate this classic holiday conundrum. Just answer some questions about whomever you're buying for and their reading habits, and we'll pick the perfect present.

Or, if you trust your own gifting instincts, find our list of suggestions here!

 

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