Books

• Jane Austen books make timeless and appealing gifts.Photodisc/Photodisc/Getty Images
  
  Jane Austen published six books in total. For a new fan of Austen, a set of all six makes a fitting addition to a personal library. For a lifelong fan who already owns all of Austen's novels, a rare vintage edition or an edition with attractive binding or illsuustrations is sure to be a welcome gift. Books related to Jane Austen, such as biographies of the author, historically accurate cookbooks or fictional works based on Austen's characters, add creativity and variety to the gift recipient's bookshelf.
  
  

Movies and TV

• Jane Austen's stories and characters have contributed to many popular movies over the decades. Whether as an introduction to Austen or as an addition to an Austen fan's media collection, movies based on Austen's works are gifts that will bring entertainment for years to come. Try a new and old edition of the same story. For instance, package DVDs of both the 1940 and 2005 versions of "Pride and Prejudice" in a gift basket. DVD collections of TV miniseries based on Austen's works also make entertaining gifts.
  
  For a modern twist, make a gift out of contemporary adaptations of Jane Austen works or movies related to Austen's life. For instance, "Clueless" is a 1995 comedy based on "Emma," and "Becoming Jane" is a 2007 movie about Jane Austen's personal life and romances.
  
  

Traditional Memorabilia

• An Austen-themed stationery set evokes the author's own love of letters.Jupiterimages/Photos.com/Getty Images
  
  Jane Austen memorabilia make unforgettable gifts, suitable for everyday use. Jane Austen coffee mugs add a little wit to the breakfast table or break room at work. Austen-themed bookmarks are ideal for a bookworm, whether bought or handmade with the recipient's favorite quotes. Austen-themed bookends are also a suitable addition to any personal library or bookshelf. A set of Jane Austen note cards, greeting cards or other stationery items will turn every personal letter into a literary treat.
  
  

Creative Memorabilia

• For a gift recipient who prefers creative and quirky gifts, consider a Jane Austen trivia game that lets everyone show off his or her nowledge of the author's works while providing entertainment and fun. A Jane Austen puzzle is a perfect brainteaser for a fan. For a child, college student or any adult who is young at heart, a Jane Austen action figure or paper doll set makes a playful and humorous gift. A bumper sticker is an ideal gift for someone who loves Austen and is always on the go.