What We’re Giving: Holiday 2024

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What is the best last-minute gift that holds personal meaning for both the giver and the recipient? A book, of course. Team Celadon share the titles that we’re wrapping for friends and family this holiday season.

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Rental House

By Weike Wang

“I am giving Weike Wang’s new book, Rental House….I loved her first book, Chemistry, and this one (which I read as an advanced copy) conveniently just came out on December 3. It’s a seemingly funny look at spending vacations with in-laws, but it is really a serious, astute look at being an immigrant. Everyone should read it.” —Deb Futter, President and Publisher

Cover of "Animal Farm" by George Orwell with a silhouette of a pig; black-and-white inset photo of a man.

Animal Farm

By George Orwell

“For the holidays, I am giving a classic: Animal Farm by George Orwell. I’ve read this novel at least 10 times, and its message is more timely today than perhaps ever before. As a side note, I am adding a first edition of this book to my wish list this year.” —Gregg Fleischman, Senior Marketing Director

Book cover of "The Bee Sting" by Paul Murray, with a bee graphic. Black and white author photo inset.

The Bee Sting

By Paul Murray

The Bee Sting by Paul Murray was my favorite book I read this year. It’s a bit of a selfish gift on my part, mostly because I’m dying for more people to talk to about the ending. Now that it’s out in paperback, it’s easier to pack copies to bring home, and it has a gorgeous, more colorful new cover!” —Liza Buell, Publicist

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Letters to a Young Poet

By Rainer Maria Rilke

“This year I’m gifting friends and family one of my favorite books: Letters to a Young Poet by Rainer Maria Rilke. I think it’s a meaningful gift because it’s full of timeless wisdom and profound insights into creativity and the doubts that plague us all, and it also prompts thoughtful introspection. It’s the ideal gift for anyone who appreciates philosophy and literature or who is interested in pursuing a creative life.” —Rebecca Ritchey, Senior Social Media Manager

Book cover titled "Listen for the Lie" by Amy Tintera; features a red background with a woman's photo inset.

Listen for the Lie

By Amy Tintera

“I’ll be gifting Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera this year. It’s a perfectly fast-paced, fun read about a murder and a character returning to her hometown, which is timely for the holidays.” —Margaux Kanamori, Editorial Assistant

Cover of "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman with a silver award medal; grayscale inset photo of a person in the corner.

Scythe

By Neal Shusterman

“I would give Scythe by Neal Shusterman as a gift to any dystopian reader. It’s about a future where death has been completely cured. To maintain the population size and to prevent complete stagnation, Scythes are chosen as the only beings capable of ending life. However, not all Scythes have the same philosophies on their duty. The story follows two apprentice Scythes as they learn from very different masters what it means to take life. A truly thought-provoking and complicated novel, and with the TV show in development, this is the perfect time to jump in.” —Yelizaveta Rogulina, Ad Promo Assistant

Book cover for "Folded Wisdom" with folded notes and a black-and-white inset photo of an unidentified woman.

Folded Wisdom: Notes from Dad on Life, Love, and Growing Up

By Joanna Guest

"This holiday season, I'll be gifting Folded Wisdom by Joanna Guest. Joanna's father's gorgeously illustrated notes and life lessons are worth reading and reflecting upon at any age." —Susie Brustin, Marketing Assistant

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