Fast forward four weeks to Thanksgiving. While Thanksgiving may conjure up images of family gatherings and endless turkey eating, consumers also know that Black Friday season has arrived.

I've been covering retail holidays for over 15 years, and Black Friday is the best time of year to buy anything. Black Friday is the day retailers offer the lowest prices of the year, and unlike previous years, you don't have to wait until November. I'm seeing a lot of amazing Black Friday deals right now.

Below, I've compiled a list of the best sales you can shop early on Black Friday. I have carefully scrutinized and selected these deals because they are the lowest prices to date or are not expected to be significantly cheaper in the coming weeks. If you're looking to get your holiday shopping done early, or just curious to see what's on sale, here are my personal recommendations for the best deals.