As we watch the sun set on a cold winter afternoon, here is some GalleyCatnip to play with…

The Millions’ annual Year in Reading feature launches with book recommendations from Hari Kunzru (author of “My Revolutions”) and Julie Klam (author of “Please Excuse My Daughter.)”

The Mother Reader blog lists 105 ways to give a book for the holiday season.

That Simon & Schuster video feature asks a number of famous authors to talk about their favorite holiday movie, including bestselling novelists like Vince Flynn, Sandra Brown, and Stephen King.

Bookfind looks at inappropriate bookmarks discovered in books.

For the more cynical members of the audience, Flavorpill explores five adult remakes of classic books for children.