Armed with some new books and one old favorite - I'm taking some time off for the holidays. But I don't want you to think I have forgotten you or your reading needs. If you're still looking for some gift suggestions for your friends, colleagues, loved ones - or you're looking for a good book to bring along on your holiday - have I got some great books for you.

Here are some suggestions I've put together for a series called, "For the Book Lover: Best Books for the Holidays 2011" and in "Best Coffee Table Books for 2011" you'll find suggestions for that persnickety teen, cat lover, nature lover and thrill seeker.