Credit: Courtesy of brands
Stylist Loves
10 stylish bookshelves, bookends and book accessories to help you create the ultimate reading nook
By Amy Beecham
2 months ago
All products on this page have been selected by the editorial team, however Stylist may make commission on some products purchased through affiliate links in this article
3 min read
Hooked on Onyx Storm and eagerly awaiting the latest Emily Henry release? Here’s everything you need – from stylish bookends and reading journals to chic shelving solutions – to create the ultimate cute and cosy reading nook in the comfort of your own home. Shop our curated edit below.
Whether you’ve spotted more noses buried in books on your commute or noticed that your social media algorithm has been taken over by BookTok reviews, one thing is clear: we’re currently in the middle of a reading boom. A Daunt Books tote bag remains the accessory du jour (mine is in an on-trend oxblood red) while book clubs are gaining popularity once more, with Buffy’s, a cool monthly meet hosted in London and New York City by content creator Lizzy Hadfield leading the charge. Not to mention that earlier this year, Rebecca Yarros’s epic romantasy Onyx Storm became the fastest-selling adult novel for 20 years, while The Favourite by Fran Littlewood, Disappoint Me by Nicola Dinan and Fundamentally by Nussaibah Younis are among the buzziest titles set to be released in 2025.
But a great reading experience goes beyond the words on the page, which is why so many of us are filling our homes with cute and cosy book-inspired decor to create the ultimate reading nook: a space where we can hunker down on dark winter nights and let our favourite stories transport us to another time and place.
From colourful bookshelves to stylish yet practical bookends, here is our edit of 10 of the best bookshelf accessories to shop now.
Mustard Made ledge
Welcome To Book Club print
An ideal addition to your favourite comfy reading space, this charming print would inspire anyone to start their very own book club.
Shop Welcome To Book Club print at East End Prints, from £23.95
Brandvine bookrest bedside LED table light
H&M marble bookends
These sturdy yet stylish marble bookends will add a perfect minimalist touch to any shelf. Simply pick your most-loved titles to put on display.
Penguin clothbound classics
There’s nothing better than owning an exceptionally beautiful edition of a classic read. From Jane Austen and Bram Stoker to Mary Shelley and Charles Dickens, Penguin’s clothbound classics are guaranteed to elevate your reading experience to new heights.
Shop Pride and Prejudice – Penguin Clothbound Classics at Waterstones, £16.99
Sklum braided magazine rack
Lucy Says I Do book journal
Forget updating your Goodreads account – take the analogue approach and note down each book you read in this handy printed journal, with space for you to log your favourite characters, quotes and more.
Natalie Cass Art Book Club art print
Embrace the cosy atmosphere in your bedroom or living space with this statement artwork that celebrates the simple joys of reading.
Shop Natalie Cass Art Book Club Art Print at Wolf & Badger, £36
Papier brass bookmark
No more dog-earing copies of your most-read titles. This brass bookmark is a golden way to never lose your place – and an important reminder to always take a pause.
Smith & Goat concrete bookends
Keep your bookshelves in order with these industrial-inspired concrete bookends from independent homeware brand Smith & Goat. Available in a variety of shades, pick the neutral hues that best complement plain walls or colour-clash with a bright pink or sea blue.
Images: courtesy of brands
Sign up for our edit of what to buy, see, read and do.
By signing up you agree to occasionally receive offers and promotions from Stylist. Newsletters may contain online ads and content funded by carefully selected partners. Don’t worry, we’ll never share or sell your data. You can opt-out at any time. For more information read Stylist’s Privacy Policy
Thank you!
You’re now subscribed to all our newsletters. You can manage your subscriptions at any time from an email or from a MyStylist account.