What to Buy With a New Kindle: Accessories and Gift Ideas Guide

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The first thing to buy with a new Kindle is a case that fits that exact model. If the reader wants a decorated Kindle, make it a clear case. After that, add one or two things that make the device feel like theirs, such as a Kindle insert, a few stickers for the case, or a charging-port charm. A gift card for e-books rounds it out. Protection comes first and personality second, and almost everything else is optional.

This guide covers how to figure out which Kindle you are shopping for, which practical basics are worth buying, which personal touches make a Kindle feel special, and three ready-made gift sets at different budgets.

Step One: Find Out Exactly Which Kindle It Is

This step matters more than anything else on this list. Kindle cases, inserts, and screen protectors are cut for specific models. Models with nearly identical names often have different dimensions.

A few examples of how this goes wrong:

  • The Kindle Paperwhite 11 (2021) and Paperwhite 12 (2024) are both called "Kindle Paperwhite," but they are different sizes, so a case for one will not fit the other.

  • The basic Kindle is much smaller than a Paperwhite, and the Kindle Scribe is much larger than both.

  • Amazon launched a redesigned Kindle, Kindle Paperwhite, and Kindle Colorsoft in October 2026. Amazon's own covers for these new models are labeled as fitting the 2026 releases only, so accessories made for earlier generations may not fit them.

If you already own the Kindle, open its settings and look under Device Info. The exact model and generation are listed there.

If you are buying it as a gift, check the product listing or the box for the model name and release year before you shop for anything that has to fit it.

If it is a 2026 model, wait to buy anything size-specific (cases, inserts, screen protectors) until the accessory clearly lists the 2026 model by name. Stickers, keychains, bookmarks, and gift cards don't depend on fit, so those are safe to buy now.

The Practical Basics

A Case That Fits

A case is the one accessory almost every Kindle reader agrees on. There are three main styles:

  • Folio cases have a front cover that closes over the screen. Many also put the Kindle to sleep when you close them.

  • Clear cases cover the back and edges only. They are the base for the decorated-Kindle look you see on BookTok, because an insert or stickers can show through them.

  • Sleeves and pouches protect the Kindle in a bag, and many people use one together with a slim case.

If the person you are shopping for has ever saved a photo of a decorated Kindle, choose the clear case. Everything in the personalization section below builds on it.

A Screen Protector (Optional)

A matte screen protector adds scratch protection and some extra glare reduction. Many readers skip it because the Kindle's screen is already glare-free. It's worth adding for someone who throws their Kindle into a bag with keys.

A Page-Turn Remote

Amazon released its own Bluetooth page turner, the Kindle Click, alongside the 2026 lineup. It is priced at $34.99 USD and works with Kindles from 2024 or later. A remote is a good gift for anyone who reads lying down, on a treadmill, or while eating. Check the Kindle's model year before buying one.

E-Books, Audiobooks, or a Subscription

A new Kindle is empty when it's unboxed. An e-book gift card, a Kindle Unlimited subscription, or an Audible credit gives the reader something to read right away. A card is also the safest pick if you don't know their taste in books.

Make It Theirs: Personal Touches

Most people stop at a case and a gift card. These pieces are what make the gift feel personal, and they are where MIL comes in.

A Kindle Insert

A Kindle insert is a decorative card that sits between the back of the Kindle and a clear case. Nothing sticks to the device. The case holds the insert in place, and the reader can slide it out and swap in another one whenever they like. If this is new to you, our explainer on what a Kindle insert is and how it works covers the details.

MIL currently has two standalone inserts:

  • Romance Reader Trope Kindle Insert: a soft pink checkerboard design with heart sunglasses, cherry lips, bows, a cowboy boot, and masquerade details, centered on the phrase "Fictional Men Ruined Me."

  • Rivals to Lovers Academia Romance Trope Kindle Insert: a collage of torn paper, handwritten notes, textbook pages, and grading marks built around the phrase "Academic Rivals to Lovers," with small lines like "see me after class" tucked in.

Both are handmade and laminated. Both are sized for the Kindle Paperwhite 11, Paperwhite 12, Kindle Basic 11, Kindle Scribe 1, and Kindle Scribe 2, and you choose the size at checkout. A clear case is needed and is not included.

An insert is also one of the easiest small gifts to add to a new Kindle. It's light and flat, and it fits easily into a card or stocking.

A Complete Kindle Accessory Bundle

For a fully coordinated look in one purchase, MIL's Kindle bundles combine an insert with matching accessories. 

The Pink Cowboy Romance Kindle Accessories Bundle includes:

  • A handmade insert with a pink checkerboard background, western boots, rope hearts, wanted posters, and cowboy couples

  • A handmade keychain with rose-gold hardware and pink cowboy-inspired beads and charms

  • A handmade USB-C dust plug with a small pink cowboy hat and heart detail

  • Four large matte waterproof vinyl stickers: a Wild Heart perfume bottle, floral pink cowboy boots, a stack of romance books under a cowboy hat, and a pink Cowboy Romance Hotel boot tag

The Dark Romance Kindle Insert and Accessories Bookish Bundle follows the same format in purple, black, and burgundy. It includes a collage-style insert with masked figures, black roses, a raven, and a skull, a matching gothic keychain, a USB-C dust plug with a red heart and crescent-moon detail, and four large stickers.

Both bundles come in sizes for the Kindle Paperwhite 11, Paperwhite 12, Kindle Basic 11, and Kindle Scribe 1 and 2. Because the charms are handmade, small details can vary. The Kindle and clear case in the product photos are not included.

A Dust Plug Charm

A dust plug charm is a small decorative plug that sits in the Kindle's charging port when it isn't charging. It keeps lint out of the port and adds a little dangle at the bottom of the device. MIL's dust plugs come in the Kindle bundles above and fit USB-C ports only, so confirm the port type before buying. Take the plug out whenever the Kindle is charging. 

Stickers for the Case

Stickers are the cheapest way to personalize a Kindle, and the safest way is to put them on the case, not on the Kindle itself. On the case, a sticker can come off later without any risk to the device. A few MIL options:

For more placement ideas, see where to put bookish stickers around your home.

A Charm for the Kindle Bag

Many Kindle readers carry their device in a tote or pouch, and a bag charm turns that into part of the setup. MIL's Beaded Flower Keychain uses pink, cream, and leopard-print silicone beads on a heart-shaped ring. The Beaded Leopard Print Keychain Bar clips on with a silver carabiner. Either one clips to a Kindle sleeve zipper as easily as a set of keys.

Don't Forget Their Paperbacks

Most Kindle readers still read print books, especially special editions and book club picks, so a bookmark makes a good small add-on. MIL's Hockey Romance Themed Bookmarks come in three icy blue designs, including "I Like My Men Icy" and "In My Hockey Romance Era." The Soda Can Style Romance Trope Bookmarks are die-cut into soda can shapes in five trope designs. All bookmarks can be purchased in a full set or can be purchased separately. 

Three Gift Sets to Go With a New Kindle

Each set lists the MIL pieces and their combined price in CAD, plus the extras to add. All three assume the Kindle is one of the models MIL's inserts are sized for.

The Stocking Stuffer (about $24 in MIL items)

Best for a friend who already has a Kindle and plain case, or as an add-on to a Kindle you are giving yourself.

The Romance Reader (about $46 in MIL items)

Best for the sports and small-town romance reader who reads on a Kindle but still buys the paperbacks of her favorites.

The Swap-It Set (about $65 in MIL items)

Best for a partner or best friend getting their first Kindle. Two inserts in the same size mean they can switch between a moody look and a pink one whenever they like.

Ordering Before the Holidays

If you are ordering MIL pieces to give with a Kindle at Christmas, order early. MIL processes orders within 1 to 2 business days. Canada Post delivery takes 2 to 14 business days within Canada and 3 to 8 business days to the United States. Ordering by late November gives everything the best chance of arriving before the holidays.

FAQ

What should I buy first with a new Kindle? A case that fits the exact model. Choose a clear case if the reader wants to decorate it later with an insert or stickers. After that, an e-book gift card or subscription gives them something to read right away.

Will accessories for my old Kindle fit a new one? Often not. Kindle generations with the same name can differ in size. Amazon's own covers for the 2026 Paperwhite and Colorsoft are labeled for the 2026 releases only. Check the exact model and generation in the Kindle's settings under Device Info before buying anything size-specific.

Does MIL make inserts for the 2026 Kindle models? Not yet. MIL's inserts and bundles are currently sized for the Kindle Paperwhite 11, Paperwhite 12, Kindle Basic 11, and Kindle Scribe 1 and 2. The size options on each product page are always current. If a 2026 size is added, it will appear there.

Do I need a clear case to use a Kindle insert? Yes. The case is what holds the insert against the back of the Kindle. Without a case, the insert slides around loose.

Is it safe to put stickers on a Kindle? It's safer to put them on the case than directly on the device. A sticker on the case can be removed later without any risk to the Kindle, and the case can be swapped if it ever wears out.

What is a good stocking stuffer for a Kindle reader? A Kindle insert, a small sticker set, or a dust plug charm all fit in a stocking and cost less than a book. Check the Kindle model before buying an insert.

Shop Kindle Accessories

Ready to make a new Kindle feel like theirs? Browse MIL's Kindle Bookish Bundles for handmade inserts, keychains, dust plugs, and stickers.

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