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Cozy Reading Nook Gifts & Essentials
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items With our phones always within reach, something about having a special space for reading helps you dedicate time to the age-old pursuit. You'll find great, unique picks here — from cool bookmarks to funky art to cozy chairs — whether your space (and b...
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Clever Items & Gifts
Cozy Blanket
Confidential Reading Journals
Covered Feet
Critical Book Accessories
Chill Lay Down
Clever Items & Gifts
It's the little stuff that really makes the nook come alive! Also perfect for your literary-loving friends.
A nook needs a clock, but you also don't want to be staring down the time when you're trying to be hanging out. This is subtle and fun, the best of both worlds!
Literary Clock by Uncommon Goods
Personally, I always have a bit of an issue with scented candles. This is a high quality, lovely candle that won't cause your allergies to flare up!
Unscented Soy Candle by MLTD Candle Co.
Canada-based. An absolutely classic reminder of how a lot of us got into reading in the first place!
Arthur Library Card Sticker by ThevalleycoCanada
This is great as a gift for your book-loving friends and as an addition to your nook. Because reading curled up in your new lounger hits different with a cup of tea. Perhaps this tea could go with the Jordan-Jean mug!?
Book Lover's Tea Collection Gift Box by Andy Hayes
WA-based. Every good book needs a nice cozy drink, and this hand-made, nature-inspired mug is the perfect vessel. Having a thumb indent makes for easy (distracted by reading) drinking.
Handmade Ceramic Thumb Cup by Jordan-Jean Ceramics
NM-based. This cute little worm sticker gives back to PEN America with your purchase! Woman artist.
Defend Libraries Book Worm Sticker by Desert Light Co Art
Cozy Blanket
The number one way to cozy up is with a nice blanket! Here are three options, whether you like something light or to feel like you're being hugged!
This blanket is big, it's cozy, and it's cute! Perfect for people like me, who love to be so hot while reading that we basically sweat! Not big enough? There's a DOUBLE bubble option, too! This product is STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX, but do note that it...
Bubble Cuddle Blanket by Cozy Earth
If a knit blanket is your jam, this is the right one for you! Birds and peace. High quality and clean materials. Cozy. Real artist—Mogu Takahashi.
Peace Knit Blanket by Biquette
I'm pretty sure the best nooks have Pendleton blankets, and this one is made of MERINO wool. Doesn't get better.
Merino Throw by Pendleton
Confidential Reading Journals
Since our little nook is mostly a technology-free space, it might be time to ditch Goodreads for a more analogue alternative!
Are you a long-winded reviewer? This is, hands-down, the reading journal for you.
Nose In a Book Reading Journal by Papier
If you like to quickly rate your book and then move on to the next, this is the journal for you!
Book Log Reading Journal by The Curation Station
And what goes with a fancy journal? A fancy pen! Writing is so much more fun with one of these. This is a good quality starter fountain pen, and it comes in different colors!
Coffee Edition Fountain Pen by Sheaffer
Covered Feet
Bare feet while cozied up reading? I don't think so! These are also great gifts for book lovers.
Handmade in the mountains of Ukraine. Organic. Cute. Several options. And, best of all, cozy! One size fits most. Woman artist.
Handmade Organic Wool Socks by Warm by Luda
These are C-O-Z-Y! Mongolian cashmere. Great for temperature regulation… like when you're under an extra heavy blanket!
Mongolian Cashmere Slouch Sock by Quince
My absolute fave to snuggle up with. And if you need to get up (like when you finish one book and are onto the next!), they're grippy!
Women's Gripper Slipper
Critical Book Accessories
For the books themselves!
These are great because they let you hold your exact location in your book!
Book Darts, 50-count Tin Mixed by Book Darts
MI-based. These bookmarks are cute cute cute! Each pack highlights one category of nature, so you can choose your fave! Woman artist.
Illustrated Nature Bookmark Packs by Bailey's General
NY-based. If you're more of a Kindle reader than a physical book reader, these embroidered cases are adorable and help keep your Kindle safe. Can get one with a stand or strap, too!
Botanical Floral Embroidery Kindle Case by Nyecommerce
CO-based. These bookmarks are a simple, effective way of tracking your thoughts on a book. Unlike a journal, you can store them right in the book! Super convenient. Created by an author.
Book Review Bookmark by JuliannePepper
This is a perfect gift for a book lover with a sizable book collection! I got one (an embosser) as a gift and I love it!! 68 design options, stamp & embosser options.
Personalized Book Stamp / Embosser by Pickled Stamps
FL-based. If you're more into stamps than embossers, this is super cute! Woman artist.
Bow Book Stamp by Sugarplum
Chill Lay Down
Have space for a chaise? Nothing says reading nook like this!
This is what reading nook dreams are made of. If you have room for a chaise, this super comfy, vibey chaise is your best friend. 4.5 stars. This is a higher end product, which is reflected in the price.
Galilee Chaise Lounge by Birch Lane
For a slightly more elevated look (literally), consider this lovely lounger! 4.9 stars. This is a higher end product, which is reflected in the price. This also comes in a chair version!
Amber Lewis x Four Hands Kent Chaise Lounge by Birch Lane
If you like something a little more upright, this chaise is great. And I'm loving the pin stripes! 4.8 stars. This is a higher end product, which is reflected in the price.
Walters Chaise Lounge by Birch Lane
Cute Walls & Floors
And, to complete the look, you might want to spruce up the “canvas” — the walls and floor!
Who doesn't love a scratch off? And this one encourages more reading!
100 Essential Novels Scratch Off Chart by Ben Gibson and Patrick Mulligan
UK-based. Teehee, this is so cute and clever! Comes in a variety of colors. Woman artist.
Consume More Books Print by LuneClub
GA-based. Cute and clever art over a vintage-style library card that actually covers a very serious topic. Available in various sizes, for various banned books, and in print or via digital download.
Banned Book Poster - The Grapes of Wrath by Revival Creek Books
Super cute for all the nature loving readers out there. This will really cozy up your space!
Wren Tufted Floral Bird Print Rug by Anthropologie
This hand-tufted rug made in India of New Zealand Wool is super cozy and perfect for lounging in your nook. Woman artist.
Moss Pebble Abstract Wool Rug by Finer Rugs
This whimsical rug is says “reading nook” to me. It gives fantasy vibes while still highlighting real (European) species. Perfect for a cozy nook.
Canopy Enchanted Forest Rug by Loloi + Rifle Paper Co.
Classic Curl Up
No reading nook is complete without the perfect reading chair. I have collected the best for every vibe!
This cute swivel chair is compact and perfect for cuddling up in a small space. 4.7 stars.
Shell Swivel Chair by Wade Logan
This is a great chair for the corner of a smaller space. Personally, I love to curl up on a chair like this, but I am pretty short! Considered comfy and versatile. 4.6 stars. A few patterns here, and their similar Rifle Paper Co x Cloth & Co Armc...
Allura Armchair by Birch Lane
Yes this oversized swivel fits two people… but let's be real, you're going to want it all to yourself! The perfect, versatile, cute swivel for your reading nook. 4.4 stars.
Oversized Round Swivel Chair by Latitude Run
If “cozy” is the same thing as “nature” to you, as it is to me, this bird & flower chair might be perfect for your nook. Sevearl cool designs, comfortable, and great for a small space. 4.8 stars.
Embroidered Floral Handmade Accent Chair by Corrigan Studio
A bean bag chair is iconic for a reading nook, and this elevates that bean bag to help your reading nook stay chic! 4.7 stars. There are several products out there that look similar to this, but most I found are cheaper and rated poorly. This is a gr...
Cloud-Like Lounge Bean Bag Chair by George Oliver
This feels like an updated version of something you might find in your grandparents' house, and I think that's just perfect for a reading nook. Two pattern choices, which give it very different vibes! Very comfortable and, of course, cozy. 4.8 stars.
Allie Armchair by Birch Lane
Crucial Lighting
There's no reading without lighting!
This lamp will be the talk of your reading nook! Gantri has so many cool lights, and this is simply irresistible for the right space! Did I mention it uses a pioneering technique to be super sustainable!? 5 stars. This is a higher end product, which ...
Pavone Floor Light by Gantri / Viviana Degrandi
This award-winning clamp light is simply a must-have for any reading nook. Super cute, super sustainable, lots of colors. 4.9 stars. This is a higher end product, which is reflected in the price.
Aim Clamp Light by Gantri / Smart Design
A table lamp is great for lighting the general area, and this one is so cute! Sustainable, comes in many colors—and a few sizes, too! 4.6 stars. This is a higher end product, which is reflected in the price.
Argizari Large Table Light by Gantri / Muka Design Lab
This portable reading light with an adjustable head is perfect for reading at your desk, in your new cozy chair, wherever! And, it lasts for up to 12 hours between charges.
Portable Reading Lamp by Uncommon Goods
I know this seems wild, but people rave about the neck reading light! Personally, I can't stand clipping a little light to my book — it always gets in the way and doesn't light evenly. I think this might just be the way to go! 4.7 stars.
Ergonomic LED Neck Reading Light by Glocusent
You might recognize this style from hotel rooms, but it's also perfect for a reading nook! Touch control, three color choices. 4.8 stars. This is a higher end product, which is reflected in the price.
Scope Reading Light by dweLED
Classy Classics & Collections
Regardless of what type of reader you are, every nook needs some classics. And collections can look pretty cool on a shelf!
This is the Penguin Clothbound Classics collection for their shorter books. The style is similar to their classic collection (below), but you can see these feature a diamond design on each cover. Still many classics in this collection to choose from!
Mini Clothbound Classics, Hardcover by Penguin Classics
Personally, I think every book collection needs this book… in hard cover!
The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupery
Is this rainbow of color more your style? This set of A-Z authored books includes Pride and Prejudice, Jane Eyre, Lord of the Flies, Siddhartha, Moby-Dick, Cannery Row, The Joy Luck Club, and many others!
A-Z Drop Caps Complete Set by Penguin
I love these covers! This bundle conveniently includes 30 classics, in one fell swoop! Select titles include: Gulliver's Travels, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, Dracula, Emma, The Odyssey, A Tale of Two Cities, Wuthering Heights, Pride and Prejudi...
Set of 30 Classic Books, Clothbound by Penguin Classics
I love Juniper Books! What a great little collection of classic fairy tales to make your nook a little more magical.
Fairytales and Fables Book Set by Juniper Books
These books are stunning! Lots to choose from The Scarlet Letter to Jane Austen!
Classics by Cranford Collection
This is a lovely little series from which I have several books. They recently changed their cover design (see the last pic to see if you recognize the old design), but it's the same good info inside!
A Little History Book Series by Yale
This is a pretty big collection of some iconic wilderness books. Here I have a link to just one, but you can search Bookshop.org for the rest!
Wilderness Writing Series by
Gibbs Smith
Ebay has a great selection of classic books. And, you get to buy used! Worth checking for your faves.
Classic Book Collection on ebay
Carrying Books
For when, heaven forbid, you have to leave the nook and carry your books somewhere else!
Sometimes, we have to leave our reading nooks. At those times, it pays to have a nice tote to carry all those books you're currently reading or paging through! Great to get yourself, or as a gift!
Read Banned Books Tote by Ideal Bookshelf
NY-based. A sturdy and cute zippered tote is perfect for carrying books… and keeping them hidden from prying eyes! Hehe
Boho Embroidered Floral Tote Bag by Tomitomi Boutique
MN-based. This is a great, sturdy tote for stashing books — and anything else! Note that this is made with leather. Made in the USA.
Personalized Canvas Tote Bag by Northwind Supply
FL-based. A nice, book-themed tote that gets the message across: don't bother me, I'm busy with my books!
Library Card Tote Bag by Constant Coral
This lovely, classic tote can be customized to whatever colors you choose — though personally I love the two they have sampled here! The maker is from Ukraine, impacted by the war.
Linen Tote Bag by Babenko Shop
These hand block-printed totes come in five cute patterns from Rajasthan, India. Check out their process on Etsy — it's very cool to see!
Hand Block Print Cotton Tote Bag by BLOCKPRINTARTCrafts
Cool Shelves
Last but not least, the most important of all, where to put the books!
I've never seen a bookshelf quite like this! Versatile, cool, and comes in three colors — though I love the wood! 5 stars.
Modern Curved Bookcase by Ebern Designs
This is a very classy shelf that doesn't take up much visual space. Perfect for a smaller reading nook! 4.7 stars. This is a higher end product, which is reflected in the price.
Mishra Oak Bookcase by Birch Lane
Türkiye-based. What a space-saving godsend is this!? Unique, fun, well made. I think you can remove the wheels if you want, too. I'm about to order this for myself. LOVE! Two color choices and as several tiers options! 5 stars.
Rotating Wooden Bookshelf by 06mkatelier