Christmas may still feel a way away but if you're planning on buying an advent calendar, it's best to get in early! There's a calendar for pretty much everyone these days, from beauty queens to foodies.

For the book lover in your life, there is no greater indulgence than a book advent calendar. These were introduced relatively recently but have become incredibly popular. The most luxurious offer a new read for every day of advent, while there are more affordable versions with mini books behind each window.

Book Advent Calendar 2026 – 12 Classic Surprises

Which literature lover wouldn't want to receive these 12 beautifully wrapped parcels? Each one holds a Bookishly Editions copy of a classic or modern gem, with an exclusively designed dust jacket.

Book Advent Calendar 2026 – Twelve Classic Surprises

Book Advent Calendar 2026 – Twelve Classic Surprises

Book Advent Calendar 2026 – Twelve Classic Surprises

How Winston Delivered A Christmas Wish by Alex T Smith

Winston the mouse as he sets out on another irresistible Christmas adventure! A Christmas mystery written in 24-and-a-half-chapters. The perfect Christmas gift for children who are ready to start reading by themselves.

How Winston Delivered a Christmas Wish by Alex T Smith

How Winston Delivered a Christmas Wish by Alex T Smith

How Winston Delivered a Christmas Wish by Alex T Smith

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The Treehouse Bookshop Advent Calendar

All the books in this beautifully wrapped advent are secondhand - but guaranteed to be in good condition. You can select from favoourite genres, including crime, women's fiction and classics.

The Treehouse Bookshop Advent Calendar

The Treehouse Bookshop Advent Calendar

The Treehouse Bookshop Advent Calendar

The Bookish Advent Calendar (24 days)

Behind the doors of this calendar you'll find letters, bookish gifts, and follow a magical narrative that unfolds day by day. One for fantasy lovers.

The Bookish Advent Calendar (24 days)

The Bookish Advent Calendar (24 days)

The Bookish Advent Calendar (24 days)

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Little People, Big Dreams Advent Calendar

Behind each gorgeously-designed window, children will find a mini book about an inspiring person from history, including Rihanna, Freddie Mercury and Beyoncé, Michelle Obama, Harriet Tubman, David Beckham, William Shakespeare, Agatha Christie and J.R.R. Tolkien.

Little People, BIG DREAMS: Advent Calendar Book Collection: 2026 Edition

Little People, BIG DREAMS: Advent Calendar Book Collection: 2026 Edition

Little People, BIG DREAMS: Advent Calendar Book Collection: 2026 Edition

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Mr. Men Little Miss Advent Calendar

This cute advent calendar has 24 envelopes, each containing a special mini Mr Men or Little Miss storybook, including Mr Worry’s Christmas.

Mr. Men Little Miss Advent Calendar

Mr. Men Little Miss Advent Calendar

Mr. Men Little Miss Advent Calendar

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The Beautiful Book Company Days of Reading Advent Calendar

Each box arrives with a selection of gift wrapped books and bookish treats, each numbered to tell you which day to open them. Choose from 12 or 24 day options and a version for children.

Beautiful Book Company Book Advent Calendars

Beautiful Book Company Book Advent Calendars

Beautiful Book Company Book Advent Calendars

The Naughty List Agreement by Katherine Garbera

With a chapter to read every day of December (which are sealed so you can't read ahead!), this spicy Christmas enemies-to-lovers romance is a fun read way to countdown to the big day.

The Naughty List Agreement by Katherine Garbera

The Naughty List Agreement by Katherine Garbera

The Naughty List Agreement by Katherine Garbera

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Kissed by Christmas: 24-day Advent

This attractive box set of books includes 12 exclusive festive romances stories by authors including Miranda Dickinson, Lucy Jane Wood and AT Qureshi, as well as 12 bookish gifts.

Kissed by Christmas: A 24-day romance advent calendar

Kissed by Christmas: A 24-day romance advent calendar

Kissed by Christmas: A 24-day romance advent calendar

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The Christmas Chronicles by James Newman Gray and John Townsend

This magical book and advent calendar all in one is ideal for younger readers. Lift the flap and peek inside the window to find out which chapter to read each night.

The Christmas Chronicles by James Newman Gray and John Townsend

The Christmas Chronicles by James Newman Gray and John Townsend

The Christmas Chronicles by James Newman Gray and John Townsend

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24 Books for Advent

Twenty-four miniature hardback books, each containing a classic festive story from authors including Charles Dickens, E Nesbit, Louisa May Alcott and Hans Christian Andersen, come in a beautiful slipcase.

Vintage Classics 24 Books for Advent

24 Books for Advent

Vintage Classics 24 Books for Advent

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Stories for the 12 Days of Christmas

A beautiful collection of cClassic stories by women writers including Patricia Highsmith, Sylvia Townsend Warner, Jane Gardham and more, all taken from the British Library archives set across the 12-day festival of Christmas, with pantomimes, dinner parties and dog walks taking on festive significance.

Stories for the 12 Days of Christmas

Stories for the 12 Days of Christmas

Stories for the 12 Days of Christmas

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