35 Cute And Funny Reading T-Shirts Perfect For Gifting
The holidays are fast approaching which means it’s time to start making a list (and checking it twice!). Find the perfect gift for all the book lovers on your list with this unique collection of reading t-shirts.
Funny t-shirts about reading
Ready to get the conversation started or just bring a smile to their day? These funny t-shirts about reading are bound to be a hit wherever they go.
Perfect for the book-loving feminist in your life, this t-shirt features 3/4 sleeves in a comfortable raglan style.
2. So Many Books, So Little Time!
The Pigeon says it best. If you can’t decide which book to crack open next, this shirt is for you.
Available in unisex and women’s sizes.
3. Book Nerd
It’s a reading t-shirt that will delight any book nerd you know!
Find even more ways to flaunt the book nerd pride with our socks, enamel pin, and hoodie.
Hang around and grab a book! This adorable sloth will put a smile on your face.
Get it in women's or unisex, with plus-size options available.
Life is sweet when you cuddle up to your feline friend with a good book.
Available in unisex and women’s sizes.
6. The Harry Potter Alliance shirt
Books turn muggles into wizards. Show your love for all things Harry Potter with this classic t-shirt.
Designed in collaboration with Pantheon Books for Comic-Con 2019, this tee will help you fight evil (or dog-eared pages) wherever you go.
Also available in unisex and women’s sizes.
Big Bird tells it like it is! If you like big books, grab this v-neck t-shirt today.
Available in unisex and women’s sizes.
9. Velocireader
Got a voracious appetite for books? This tee is for you.
Also, books and dinosaurs? What could be better?
10. Fight Evil, Read Books 2017
From Comic-Con 2017, this Pantheon Books collaboration will rescue any book reader in a tricky situation.
Available in unisex and women’s sizes.
From Jane Austen to Oscar Wilde, imagine your literary favorites as the rebellious rockers they truly were.
Get it in women’s or unisex, with plus-size options available.
Library t-shirts
The book lovers in your life always have a soft spot for the library. Give the gift of library love with one of these t-shirts from our collection.
Show off your love for the library with this vintage library stamp inspired shirt, in multiple options.
13. When in Doubt, Go to the Library
Fans of Hermione Granger know this all too well: a trip to the library can help you solve any mystery.
Get it in women’s or unisex, with plus-size and kids’ options too.
Our Star Wars Yoda tee comes straight from those vintage library READ posters.
Get it in women’s or unisex, with kids’ options available.
Say “I love you” to your favorite bookworm with this adorable tee.
Available in unisex (and as a tote bag!).
Always keep you library card close to your heart with this unique bookish design.
Available in unisex and women’s sizes.
You’ll officially be designated the best gift giver when your friend unwraps this t-shirt. Nothing better than rolling a cart full of books through the stacks!
Available in unisex and women’s sizes.
Classic literary t-shirts
A classic novel always stays with readers. Find their favorites among our line of literary t-shirts for book lovers.
From the original 1961 cover, fans of the Charles Dickens classic will embrace the “best of times” with this tee.
Available in unisex and women’s sizes.
This tee features art from Arthur Miller's Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning play, a must-have for any fan of Death of a Salesman.
20. Little Women
A special piece from the gorgeous Puffin in Bloom collection, Little Women art is featured in a beautiful way on this relaxed fit t-shirt.
Available in unisex and women’s sizes.
Lucy Maud Montgomery’s Anne of Green Gables is a classic story, beloved by readers of all ages. This is the perfect gift for your kindred spirits.
Available in unisex and women’s sizes.
22. Paddington
Pack your marmalade sandwich and throw on this adorable t-shirt dedicated to everyone’s favorite fictional bear, Paddington.
Available in unisex and women’s sizes.
Book cover t-shirts
They say not to judge a book by its cover, but some covers are just as iconic as the stories themselves. Check out our collection of book cover t-shirts.
23. American Gods
Share your love for Neil Gaiman’s fantasy classic with this relaxed fit t-shirt, available in sizes XS-3XL.
24. The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo
Long before it was a movie, readers fell in love with the first book in Stieg Larsson’s Millennium series.
Available in unisex and women’s sizes.
The House on Mango Street is a coming-of-age classic by Sandra Cisneros. This t-shirt celebrates the enduring power of Cisneros' story with art from the 25th anniversary edition cover.
Available in unisex and women’s sizes.
26. Little Golden Books shirts
From Scuffy the Tugboat to The Poky Little Puppy, everyone has a favorite when it comes to the Little Golden Books series. These shirts are sweet and iconic, perfect for any reader or teacher.
Available in unisex and women’s sizes.
27. The Haunting of Hill House
Celebrate the classic that defined a genre with a shirt featuring new cover art for Shirley Jackson's The Haunting of Hill House.
28. Song of Solomon
This classic tale by Toni Morrison was a major contributor to her 1993 Nobel Prize in literature. Show off the 1977 first edition cover in this t-shirt.
Available in unisex and women’s sizes.
Reading t-shirts for kids
Looking for a gift for the little ones in your life? We have the perfect reading t-shirts for kids that celebrate their favorite stories, available in a range of sizes and styles.
29. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Getting this t-shirt will feel just like finding a golden ticket! The shirt features art from the classic Quentin Blake illustrations.
Also available in adult unisex and women’s sizes.
Based on Adam Rubin’s Dragons Love Tacos, any little reader will eat this up. Turns out, dragons love books, too.
Also available in women's or unisex, with baby options available.
31. Elmo Loves Books
He’s ticklish and sweet! Celebrate 50 years of Sesame Street with this Elmo Loves Books tee.
Also available in women's or unisex, with baby options available.
32. I’ll Eat You Up
Maurice Sendak captivated readers in Where the Wild Things Are. Let them release their own wild rumpus in this cute reading t-shirt.
Also available in adult unisex and women’s sizes.
In collaboration with Pantheon Books, this kids’ t-shirt will give any child the boost of bravery needed to fight evil with a good book!
From the American Library Association's READ campaign, encourage your kids to read with Elephant & Piggie.
You can also get it in women’s or unisex, with baby and plus-size options available.
35. Everyone Poops
True story: kids love potty talk. This t-shirt pays tribute to the English translation of Minna Unchi, a Japanese children's book.
Also available in adult unisex and women’s sizes, with baby options available.
New t-shirts for book lovers
Looking for a gift for a reader who is always on trend? Check out our new t-shirts for book lovers that are always looking for the latest and greatest styles.
Out of Print products make perfect gifts. Our pieces are designed for readers of all ages. And, with every purchase, you help us make a difference. Since 2010, Out of Print has donated over three million books to communities in need.