Best. Gay. Gift. Guide. Ever!

Curl up with a good (electronic) book
Kindle, Amazon.com’s new wireless reading device, might not be getting rave reviews, but it certainly takes book lovers one step closer to the Star Trek ideal of having any book available on a handy, go anywhere device. Users can not only download books, but magazines, newspapers, and even articles from internet sites such as, oh, say, AfterElton.com.

Kindle ain’t cheap, currently retailing at $399, but if you know a diehard book fan, especially one who travels a lot, it might be just the thing so they can read Brainless: The Lies and Lunacy of Ann Coulter, Armistead Maupin’s latest Michael Tolliver Lives, William J. Mann’s Men Who Love Men, or Edmund White’s Hotel de Dream.

Suggestions from Brian Juergens

The Internet has revolutionized holiday shopping. No longer are we held captive to the whims of megastores who push mom-and-pop shops out of business and oftentimes treat their minority and gay employees like second-class citizens (if you even set foot in a Wal-Mart this shopping season, I will personally pinch you 'til it hurts). I've picked an assortment of totally unique and affordable gifts with character and class, and all but the last item are from small online vendors (several of them gay-owned or -operated). I've bought from these vendors and there's a personal element that one might not think possible with online shopping. And really, who needs another Old Navy assembly-line polar fleece whatever? This stuff is just as affordable, and you're helping small businesses and artists. All right, speech over.

Hogwarts Knit Scarf $24 from FredFlare

Need I note that this is the winter accessory that all the gay wizards are sporting this year?

Aviary Plates $38 from Sprout Home

These adorable, patterned plates are also made of durable, dishwasher-safe Melamine, so they're perfect for bringing a little color to everyday dining. Great gift for friends with a whimsical sense of design.