Carolina Ciucci is a teacher, writer and reviewer based in the south of Argentina. She hoards books like they’re going out of style. In case of emergency, you can summon her by talking about Ireland, fictional witches, and the Brontë family. Twitter: @carolinabeci
There are some things that readers can’t do without: books (duh), copious amounts of coffee or tea, sturdy bookshelves, and, of course, bookends. The uninitiated in the ways of the reader might wonder: why would you need bookends when you already have bookshelves? To that I say: readers who prefer physical books often have too many for them to fit in bookshelves. Our books breach containment, somehow forming piles on nightstands, desks, beds, and sometimes (please don’t judge) floors. We need to keep them from taking over our entire homes. Death by book avalanche, however fitting, sounds like an unpleasant way to go.
There are all manner of bookends out there: simple and elegant, fun and whimsical, even ones that are inspired by beloved stories. In this post, you will find all of the above, from minimal but beautiful personalized bookends to Pride and Prejudice-inspired ones. Plus, there are dragons and Argonath for the fantasy-minded. Whatever your interests are, you will find something to fulfill them here. No need to thank me for saving you from the book avalanche, by the way. Happy reading and bookending!
Image from TheModernHomeDecor on EtsyHave you read Pride and Prejudice five hundred times? Do you have very definite opinions about whether the 1995 or 2005 adaptation is better? Then these Pride and Prejudice bookends are for you. $30
Image from GreatLaceCrafts on EtsyDo you prefer your bookends unadorned? Then look no further than this gorgeous handmade vintage wood set. $26+
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Image from BlackIvyCrafts on EtsyIf your favorite quote is “what’s essential is invisible to the eye”, you will love these The Little Prince bookends. $80
Image from CraftyHomeLab on EtsyBut where are the Gothic bookends? I’m so glad you asked! You can’t go wrong with these raven bookends. Quoth the raven, etc. $115
Image by HeroicDesign on EtsyThe ranks of Lord of the Rings lovers are so plentiful that I couldn’t not include this Argonath bookend. $123
Image from NewEnglandReminisce on EtsyYou could always go meta with this bookend shaped like a book stack. $30
Image from TattyandTate on EtsyDo you prefer your bookends to be sturdy and rustic? If so, these are perfect for you. $21
Image from Monkeylabstudio on EtsyIs your office dark academia-inspired? You can’t miss these bookends shaped like Michaelangelo’s David. $31
Image from 3DijkstraFinds on EtsyDragons! That’s it, that’s the post. But if you need more words, take a look at these gorgeous dragon bookends. $37
Image from MokuShop on EtsyIf you are a Star Wars fan, these Death Star bookends are a must-have. $65+
Now that you’ve stocked up on bookends, why not create a magical reading nook, or dress with clothes and accessories that scream “Go away, I’m reading!”?
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