Good Books Make Great Gifts

We've stocked this year's Holiday Books Store with a huge selection of bestsellers, editors' picks, and holiday favorites in every category--all available at our everyday low prices (so you can bring home great gifts without breaking the bank).

• Find the perfect presents for everyone on your list: Books for Kids & Teens | Books for Dad | Books for Mom | Corporate Gifts | Gifts Under $25 | Gifts Under $50 | Party Gifts | Seasonal Cooking | Stocking Stuffers

The Best Books of 2008

What election? What financial meltdown? The books we loved best in 2008 told us instead about chaste vampires, intuitive canines, demon-haunted former presidents, and, in The Northern Clemency, our choice for the best book of the year, Sheffield, England, in 1974. You'll find all of our editors' picks and customers' favorites in dozens of categories (including the best book covers and videos) in our Best of 2008 Store:

• Editors' Picks: Top 100 | Literature & Fiction | Cooking, Food & Wine | Picture Books | Comics & Graphic Novels | Much More
• Customers' Favorites: Top 100 Bestsellers | Mystery & Thrillers | Business & Investing | History | Audiobooks | Much More

›See all the Best Books of 2008

Rich and Faithful: The ESV Study Bible

The new ESV Study Bible joins tradition and authority with modern scholarship and stunning design in a way that lets you understand the timeless truth of the Bible in a deeper way. To see how, visit our page for the book to watch a video introduction and expert testimonials and to see sample pages and illustrations from inside the book.

›Also see the leatherbound edition of the ESV Study Bible

New from National Geographic

The adventurous photographers of National Geographic are responsible for some of the most iconic images of the world around us, and the tradition is continued with two extraordinary new collections. From prehistoric burial chambers to modern sanctuaries, Sacred Places of a Lifetime explores fascinating icons of the world's many religions, offering an intriguing window into the cultures that created them. Visions of Paradise is for anyone who enjoys good photography and values the stunning natural wonder and diversity of our Earth.

Going Somewhere?

Now you can leave your printed books at home. Amazon Upgrade makes it easy to read your favorite travel guides from any Internet-connected computer, meaning your book is always with you. Packing has never been easier.

Focus On Your Photography

Working on the essential aspects of successful photography? The HDRI Handbook, The Creative Digital Darkroom, and Take Your Photography to the Next Level will help you gain a deeper understanding of your craft.

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