Boing Boing has some fun stocking stuffer ideas, all under $25, like a toilet night light and shower speaker. Use code GIFTSHOP15 for an extra 15% off. via Boing Boing

Samuel Scott highlights the best of the marketing industry in 2017, including campaigns from "Stranger Things 2" and the "IT" remake. via The Drum

Go behind the scenes of the Oscar-nominated visual effects of Blade Runner 2049 with VFX supervisor John Nelson, who discusses the challenges of creating a sequel to a beloved film and bringing a futuristic dystopia to life. via Digital Trends

Brand New reviews Chobani's new logo, identity, and packaging designed in-house. via Brand New

Tyler Cowen provides a list of his favorite non-fiction books that he read in 2017, covering topics such as history, economics, and politics. via Marginal REVOLUTION

Barry Ritholtz of Ritholtz Wealth Management compares different markets in a blog post, including Bitcoin, dotcoms, gold, and houses. via The Big Picture

Discover your next great read from a curated collection of "best books of 2017" lists, featuring recommendations from The New York Times, Amazon, Bill Gates, and more. via kottke.org

TrueBit, a protocol designed to increase Ethereum's computational abilities, is receiving an upgrade to simplify its system and potentially allow for more complex computations. via CoinDesk

Fast Company provides tips on writing emails that elicit responses from recipients. via fastcompany.com

Well Spent's gift guide features a variety of products and brands under $50, with links to even more gift ideas from previous years.

Customer lifetime value is the key to measuring the effectiveness of brand advocacy, according to this Adweek article. via Adweek

Salesforce research reveals that three common marketing mistakes include underutilizing video outreach. via Social Pro Daily