To avoid gifting a book they already own, look for titles published within the last 3–6 months.
Determine if certain topics are off-limits due to lifestyle or beliefs (e.g., avoid intense thrillers for someone who prefers "cozy" vibes). what book to buy as a gift
If they use Goodreads , you can use the "Compare Books" tool to see what they’ve already read and their "Want to Read" list. To avoid gifting a book they already own,