The inimitable Nikki DeMarco is as well-traveled as she is well-read. Being an enneagram 3, Aries, high school librarian, makes her love for efficiency is unmatched. She lives in Richmond, Virginia, and is passionate about helping teens connect to books. Nikki has an MFA in creative writing, is a TBR bibliologist, and writes for Harlequin, Audible, Kobo, and MacMillan. Since that leaves her so much time, she’s currently working on writing a romance novel, too. Find her on all socials @iamnikkidemarco (Instagram, Twitter, Threads)
Planning and reading are two crafts that thrive on small rituals. A sticker in the right corner of a monthly spread, a slip of washi tape dividing your TBR list, a paperclip that doubles as a pen holder — these are the quiet extras that turn “organizing your life” into something closer to a creative practice. Bookish planner supplies sit in that perfect overlap: they make your planner more functional and let you indulge in the aesthetics of your reading life at the same time.
There’s also something deeply satisfying about building a reading journal or planner page that reflects who you are as a reader — the genres you love, the moods you chase, the stories that keep showing up for you. Whether you track pages or vibes, annotate everything or nothing, or simply want a weekly spread that whispers cozy, the right supplies help you stay engaged with the process. And since so many readers are also stationery people at heart, Etsy is a treasure trove for finding tools that feel personal, handmade, and a little magical.
Book Planner Stickers
These tiny audiobook icon stickers are perfect for tracking listens in your reading journal, annotating your TBR, or marking commute reads in your weekly spread. A sheet runs about $3–$4, and the minimalist design works well with both decorative and functional planner layouts.
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Book Reading Log and Tracker Stencil
This reusable reading-log stencil makes it ridiculously easy to create clean, consistent book-tracking spreads in your planner or bullet journal. At around $7, it’s a durable tool that helps you quickly draw bookshelves, reading logs, and TBR layouts without fussing over spacing or symmetry.
Bookish Calendar
This illustrated calendar adds a soft, cozy reading vibe to your wall or planner space, with each month featuring warm bookish artwork that feels like settling into your favorite reading nook. Priced around 14 dollars, it’s a charming way to bring a little literary aesthetic into your everyday planning.
Book Lovers Weekly & Monthly Planner
This book-themed planner blends practical layouts with charming reading-inspired illustrations, giving you both weekly and monthly spreads tailored for tracking life and your reading habits. It runs about 30 dollars and works well for anyone who wants a structured planner that still feels warm, creative, and literary.
Reading Romance Sticker Pack
This romance-themed sticker pack is perfect for marking swoony reads, annotating book club picks, or decorating your TBR and wrap-up spreads with soft, romantic flair. At around 5 to 7 dollars depending on size, the pack adds a playful, bookish touch to planners, journals, and e-reader cases.
Bookworm Planner Stickers
These colorful bookworm-themed stickers are great for marking reading time, tracking progress, or adding personality to your weekly and monthly spreads. A sheet runs around 4 to 5 dollars and includes a mix of functional and decorative icons sized perfectly for planners and bullet journals.
Bookshelf Washi Tape
This classic bookshelf-patterned washi tape adds an instant library vibe to planner spreads, trackers, and reading logs. For about 4 to 6 dollars per roll, it’s an easy way to decorate borders, section dividers, and TBR lists with miniature books in soft, cozy colors.
Reading Tracker Sticker
This color-in reading tracker sticker turns your monthly or yearly reading goals into a visual bookshelf you fill in one book at a time. At about 3 to 4 dollars, it’s an easy, satisfying way to track progress in your planner without setting up a full spread.
Glasses Paper Clip
This metal paper clip shaped like a pair of glasses adds a subtle bookish touch to your planner while keeping pages, notes, or receipts neatly together. Priced around 3 to 4 dollars, it’s a cute and functional accessory for anyone who loves a little literary flair.
Mini Book Cover Stickers
These tiny book cover stickers are perfect for marking completed reads, tracking genres, or building a mini visual bookshelf in your planner. A pack runs about 5 to 7 dollars and includes covers across romance, fantasy, sci-fi, and more, giving your reading log a fun, personalized touch.
Paper Clip Pen Holder
This clever metal pen holder clips onto any planner or notebook, giving you a secure place to keep your favorite pen or highlighter attached at all times. At around 6 to 8 dollars, it’s a simple but game-changing tool for anyone who journals or plans on the go.
Book Reading Challenge Sticker Set
This set of decorative reading challenge stickers makes it easy to track goals, celebrate milestones, and add bookish flair to your yearly or monthly spreads. At about 6 to 8 dollars for a pack of five pages, it gives you plenty of icons, prompts, and mini trackers to customize your reading log.
Library Books Due Planner Stickers
These tiny library due-date stickers are perfect for tracking returns, holds, and pickup reminders in your planner. For about 3 to 4 dollars per sheet, they add a cute and practical touch to weekly spreads, especially if you juggle multiple checkouts at once.
Whether you’re decorating a full reading journal or just adding a few bookish touches to your everyday planner, these tools make it easier and more fun to track the stories you love. A couple of stickers, a good washi tape, or a cozy-themed tracker can turn planning into a small ritual that celebrates your reading life. Mix and match the pieces that fit your style, and build a setup that feels creative, comforting, and completely your own.
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