For A Literary Valentine

Roses and chocolates have been done to death. To really impress, you have to come up with something unique, something fresh and unusual for that special someone in your life.

The ladies are said to enjoy soaking in the tub. They like a glass of wine from time to time when they need to unwind. Put all that together with a good book and you'll want one of these:

Available from the Victorian Trading Company, purveyors of romantic accessories, the tub caddy is complete with book rack, wine glass and candle holders, and there's a spot there for a bar of scented soap. Or a small box of chocolates if you're sticking with tradition.

What lady wouldn't fall in love with you when you show such consideration for all her relaxing needs?

Offer to watch the kiddies while she enjoys a few pages of erotica and she'll return your gift many times over.

Cheaper than a Kindle or an iPad, both of which would fry if they slipped out of m'lady's hand if she tried to read in the bath. Less fattening than dinner in a fine restaurant. What's not to like.

Time is running out. Valentine's Day is right around the corner.