Mother’s Day 2025 Gift Guide: 10 Thoughtful Books for Mom

The best Mother’s Day gifts don’t have to be flashy and ornate, they just have to mean something special.  That’s why books make such unforgettable presents: they’re personal, lasting, and can often say things we don’t know how to put into words ourselves.

Here at Jennifer & Ryan Books, we know it can be hard to find just that perfect book for mom, so we’ve assembled a Top 10 list of thoughtful book gifts for Mother’s Day, featuring everything from binge worthy romantic favourites to rare and collectible editions that mom will love..

 

1.

Kate DiCamillo Boxed Set

 (Winn-Dixie, Tiger Rising, Despereaux, Edward Tulane)

If you're looking for a Mother’s Day gift that’s tender, timeless, and filled with heart, this beautiful boxed set by Kate DiCamillo is it. With award-winning stories like Because of Winn-Dixie and The Tale of Despereaux, DiCamillo’s writing speaks gently to themes of love, loss, hope, and resilience. Her characters often face sorrow but emerge braver and more compassionate. What mother wouldn’t relate to that journey? Whether Mom is reading these stories to a little one or simply savoring them herself, this collection is a reminder that great children's literature can nourish the soul at any age.

2.

Carolyne Roehm's Seasonal Notebooks: Boxed Set

 

For the mom who finds joy in beauty, order, and the rhythm of the seasons, this exquisite boxed set by Carolyne Roehm is a perfect gift. Renowned for her timeless taste and creative spirit, Roehm blends seasonal reflections, stunning photography, and graceful advice on home decor and floral design. Each notebook captures the mood of a season and invites the reader to slow down, take note, and celebrate everyday elegance. Whether your mom is an artist, a gardener, or simply someone who loves to make her home feel special, this set is a graceful companion through the year.

3.

The Witches of Eastwick – Signed Collector’s Edition

For the mom who loves a little magic, mischief, and masterful storytelling, The Witches of Eastwick by John Updike is a truly enchanting gift. This rare Franklin Library edition, signed by the author himself, is bound in luxurious leather and accented in real 22kt gold an heirloom as extraordinary as she is.

Set in a quiet New England town, the novel follows three independent women discovering their power, their desires, and the chaos that arrives with a mysterious stranger. With sharp wit and unapologetic charm, Updike’s modern classic celebrates feminine strength and freedom, making it the perfect Mother’s Day gift for the woman who appreciates bold stories, beautiful books, and a touch of the unexpected.

4.

Jane Eyre, Folio Society Edition

Celebrate the quiet strength, fierce independence, and timeless wisdom that define the women we love with a book that reflects those same qualities. Charlotte Brontë’s Jane Eyre is more than a classic. It is a literary landmark, and this 2004 Folio Society edition captures its beauty and spirit. Bound in deep blue cloth, featuring wood engravings and a matching slipcase, it is a lasting tribute to a heroine who challenged expectations and claimed her own voice. For mothers who passed down a love of reading and the courage to stand tall, this edition is a meaningful and memorable gift.

5.

 Heirs of Montana by Tracie Peterson

If your mom loves stories filled with strength, faith, and frontier courage, Heirs of Montana is the perfect Mother’s Day gift. This beautiful box set by bestselling author Tracie Peterson brings together four beloved novels set against the rugged beauty of 1860s Montana. From Land of My Heart to The Hope Within, these tales follow women of resilience and heart as they navigate love, loss, and life on the wild frontier. Rooted in Christian values and rich with historical detail, this series is both inspiring and comforting. The kind of story that lingers long after the last page. For the mom who treasures faith-filled fiction and strong female leads, this is a gift she'll cherish.

6.

A Cozy Mitford Gift for Mother’s Day: The Mitford Bedside Companion

For moms who’ve wandered the charming streets of Mitford more than once, this beautifully crafted companion book is the perfect way to revisit that beloved small town. The Mitford Bedside Companion brings together favorite moments, character spotlights, heartfelt prayers, and even Uncle Billy’s best jokes, all wrapped in a gorgeously illustrated volume nearly 500 pages long. It also includes reflections and new essays by Jan Karon herself, offering a behind-the-scenes look at life as a writer and the stories that brought Mitford to life. Whether your mom is re-reading the series or simply missing the company of Father Tim, Miss Sadie, and Dooley, this book is a heartwarming gift she’ll cherish. Give her a little escape to Mitford this Mother’s Day. It’s like wrapping up comfort and kindness in a single book.

7.

The Mallen Lot-Book Club Edition

 

For moms who love sweeping family sagas filled with drama, passion, and richly drawn characters, The Mallen Lot is a powerful choice. In the final installment of Catherine Cookson’s beloved Mallen trilogy, the infamous family curse continues to haunt a new generation. As mothers and daughters fight to protect love, identity, and legacy, their choices echo through time, especially for young Ben, burdened by the mistakes of the past and the shadow of war. With its emotional depth and historical backdrop, this Book Club Edition is a heartfelt gift for the mom who appreciates a good cry, a complex family, and a story that stays with her long after the last page is turned.

8.

The Schoolhouse- Large Print

 

Give her a story filled with hope, heart, and the magic of second chances. The Schoolhouse follows Becky Linden, a newly divorced empty-nester who returns to her hometown looking for a fresh start, and finds it in the most unexpected place: a crumbling schoolhouse from her past. What begins as a nostalgic visit turns into a dream to open a bookshop, but Becky can’t do it alone. Enter Zack, her high school sweetheart, and now the man standing in her way or maybe by her side. Set in the cozy town of Hickory Grove, Indiana, this charming romance reminds us that it’s never too late to start over, chase a dream, or fall in love again. A heartwarming gift for the mom who loves small-town stories, strong women, and sweet second chances.

9.

Great Expectations-Charles Dickens

 

This Mother’s Day, celebrate the woman who taught you the value of stories with one of the greatest ever written. Great Expectations by Charles Dickens. In this richly layered Victorian masterpiece, we follow orphaned Pip on a journey through ambition, heartbreak, and redemption.

This Franklin Library edition, part of the "100 Greatest Books of All Time" series, is bound in genuine leather with gleaming gilt edges and ornate gold stamping. A gift as elegant and enduring as the story itself. Whether she’s a lifelong reader or a fan of beautiful books, this collectible edition is a heartfelt tribute to literature-loving moms everywhere.

10.

A Fanatic Heart-Edna Obrien (Signed Copy)

 

If your mom loves stories that go straight to the heart, this one's for her. A Fanatic Heart by Edna O’Brien is full of women whose lives look simple from the outside but are full of passion, longing, and quiet strength inside. These are stories of love, loss, and resilience—told with such honesty it’ll stop you in your tracks.

This is the Franklin Library signed edition, so it’s not just a beautiful read, it’s a gorgeous gift. Leather-bound, gold-edged, and signed by the author, it’s the kind of book that feels as special as the person you’re giving it to.

It’s for the mom who taught you that even the quietest women carry the biggest stories.

 

A Final Thought

 

Mother’s Day is a time for stories. The ones we were told, the ones we’ve lived, and the ones we’re still writing. This blog was our way of sharing a few books that remind us how powerful a good story can be, especially when given with love. Whether you're celebrating a mom, grandmother, or someone who’s simply been there through it all, we hope one of these titles brings joy, a quiet moment, or a reminder of how deeply she’s loved.

Take a look through our full Mother’s Day collection and find the story that feels just right.

Happy Reading!