Over the next few weeks, we’ll be compiling a host of gift guides to help you with your Christmas shopping.

Here are some bookish gift ideas for kids and tweens who have a passion for particular fandoms – from Pokémon to Marvel; from My Little Pony to Star Wars. We’ve even included one sneaky recommendation for teens…

For Minecraft fans…

The Official Minecraft Annual 2017

This annual is a celebration of all things Minecraft. Inside its pages, fans will find challenges set by the Mojang team, as well as famous YouTubers like Stampy Cat and FyreUK. There are survival strategies and challenges, Story Mode and Realms features and step-by-step guides to recreate builds from their favourite YouTubers’ worlds.

For Harry Potter fans…

Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them by J.K. Rowling

Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them marks the screenwriting debut of J.K. Rowling. Featuring a cast of remarkable characters, this is epic, adventure-packed storytelling at its very best. This gorgeous hardback edition would make a brilliant addition to any fan’s shelf.

For Star Wars fans…

Where’s the Wookiee?

Chewbacca, a notorious rebel ally, is wanted for crimes against the Empire. He even has a sizeable bounty on his head. Can you find this furry criminal before other accomplished bounty hunters beat you to it? Young Star Wars fans will love this uniquely-illustrated search and find activity book.

For Pokémon fans…

The Pokémon Deluxe Essential Handbook

A comprehensive – and essential – guide to Pokémon. The Pokémon Deluxe Essential Handbook is jam-packed with stats and insider info, and features the Fairy-type Pokémon, Legendary Pokémon, Mega-Evolved Pokémon, Mythical Pokémon and every Pokémon in between.

For Doctor Who fans…

Doctor Who: Twelve Doctors of Christmas by BBC

We love this new collection of illustrated Christmas adventures, starring 12 incarnations of the ever-enduring Doctor. Inside this festive book are timey-wimey mysteries, travels in the TARDIS, monster-chasing excitement and more. Expect monsters, mayhem, merriment and plenty of Christmas magic.

For Marvel super hero fans…

Marvel Super Hero Encyclopedia

(Think: The Avengers, The Guardians of the Galaxy, Jessica Jones, etc.)

This is an alphabetical guide to the super heroes of the Marvel Universe, from Ant-Man to Hulk to Starlord, with everyone else in between. With more than 100 heroes and villains listed in its pages – young and old fans can learn about the origins, powers, secret identities and deadly foes of all their favourites.

For DC super hero fans..

DC Super Heroes Origami

(Think: Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, etc.)

What happens when you combine Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, and the Justice League with the art of origami? You get the most incredible collection of paper-folding projects ever assembled, that’s what! These 45 models are each meticulously designed by internationally renowned origami master John Montroll, and are guaranteed to amaze.

For My Little Pony fans…

My Little Pony: Ultimate Factivity Collection

Perfect for keeping little hands busy during rainy days or holidays, this book is packed with facts and activities created especially for My Little Pony fans. Kids can follow the adventures of Pinkie Pie and her friends as they fill in the activities and games on the page.

For World of Warcraft fans…

World of Warcraft: Ultimate Visual Guide

An unmissable up-to-date companion for both die-hard fans and newcomers to the world’s most popular online role-playing game. Discover the world’s epic history in the Chronicles of Azeroth section, explore the stories of its heroes and villains, such as Varian Wrynn and Thrall, and uncover fascinating facts about locations including Orgimmar.

For Lego fans…

365 Things to Do with LEGO Bricks

365 Things to Do with LEGO Bricks inspires kids to look at their bricks in new, exciting ways. The book features imaginative play and building ideas – from LEGO games that take just a few minutes and require a handful of bricks, to inspirational build ideas and activities to keep them occupied for hours.

For The X-Files fans…

Aliens, Ghosts and Vanishings by Stella Tarakson

While this book is not outwardly linked to The X-Files, it’s absolutely perfect for young fans of the show. Aliens, Ghosts and Vanishings shares the strangest tales, most incredible encounters and creepiest urban legends in Australia’s history. Did a UFO drag a family’s car off the road in the middle of the outback? How did rocks rain from the sky in WA? And what became of the prime minister who went into the surf and was never seen again?

For Project Runway fans…

Fashion Rebels: Style Icons Who Changed the World Through Fashion by Carlyn Cerniglia Beccia

Fashion-loving kids will likely be fascinated by this book. Featuring hairstyle tips, DIY projects, inspiration boards that break down each icon’s style, and illustrated timelines that cover the evolution of pants, skirts, the little black dress, and more, Fashion Rebels invites readers to treat fashion as an act of fearless creativity – and even become fashion trailblazers themselves.

AND ONE FOR TEENS…

For Game of Thrones fans…

The Science of Game of Thrones by Helen Keen

Award-winning comedian and popular-science writer Helen Keen offers a myth-busting, mind-blowing, jaw-dropping and fun-filled expedition through the world of Game of Thrones. Do dragons actually exist? Is it possible to crush a person’s head with your bare hands? What really happened when royal families interbreed? How does wildfire win wars? Can you really kill someone with molten gold? Helen answers all these questions and more.