Some friends are just built different—in the best way. They’re the ones who can turn any dinner party into a TED Talk on haunted dolls or penguin mating rituals. This year, skip the predictable and celebrate their curiosity, humor, and impeccable chaos with gifts that are as fun (and fascinating) as they are.
Spooky & Surprising
Because nothing says “holiday cheer” like a touch of the macabre.
Books to unwrap with one eye open:
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Food to Die For — culinary crimes meet killer recipes.
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Scary Book of Christmas Lore — a chilling twist on festive folklore.
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Scary Book of Fairy Tales — bedtime stories that bite back.
Not a reader? Still weirdly wonderful:
Gothic candles for moody glow-ups.
True-crime puzzles for long winter nights.
Credit: Masters of Mystery
1920s Death & Co glassware set.
Credit: Death & Co.
Stock up now—or forever hold your (spirit) peace.
Funny & Offbeat
For the friend who laughs hardest at their own punchlines.
Books to make them snort-laugh:
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True Facts That Sound Like Bull$#t — real, ridiculous, and absolutely true.
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Fun with Kirk & Spock — where nerd nostalgia meets satire.
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Book of Catitudes — because cats do think they’re funnier than you.
Bonus giggles:
Trivia cards that start (and end) arguments.
Credit: Brass Monkey
"Ant-affirmations" calendars for 365 days of cynicism and dark humor.
Credit: Calendars.com
The Unexpected Hero Gifts
Every group has that one wildcard—the friend who arrives with a bottle of something mysterious and leaves you with a story to tell.
Books they’ll brag about owning:
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Zombie Night Before Christmas — a holiday classic, now undead.
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Haunted Holiday Collection — because ghosts deserve festive cheer too.
Because they’re not just quirky—they’re unforgettable.
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The Foyer’s For The Curious and Quirky gift guide is your shortcut to unique holiday gifts, funny gift books, and smart surprises that guarantee “Wait, where did you find this?” moments.