Kelly is a former librarian and a long-time blogger at STACKED. She's the editor/author of (DON'T) CALL ME CRAZY: 33 VOICES START THE CONVERSATION ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH and the editor/author of HERE WE ARE: FEMINISM FOR THE REAL WORLD. Her next book, BODY TALK, will publish in Fall 2020. Follow her on Instagram @heykellyjensen.
If you’re a book lover—and you’re here, so of course you are—then you’re no stranger to a good tote bag. They’re practical, they’re stylish, and they’re one easy way to share what it is you’re passionate about when it comes to the world of books and reading. Even if you’re not using said tote to carry your library or bookstore loot, you’re able to share everything you love about the literary life when you’re using it to carry your groceries or the bits and bobs you need to get through your day at the office.
Find below an array of tote-ally (heh) sweet bookish totes. These come in an array of designs, colors, and sizes, so choose your adventure here.
Image courtesy of angiepea on EtsyThere is no better season that right now to read books and fight the patriarchy. Choose from a small or a large tote, beginning at $23.
Image courtesy of AscendantFireDesigns on EtsyMany public libraries have tote bags you can purchase that help support them. But not all libraries do, so one thing you can do is snag yourself a fun tote bag like this one that reminds you and everyone you bump into that the library is worth supporting. $19.
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Image courtesy of ReadRunCraft on EtsyFor some people, the romance era is a period of time. For other people, it’s a lifetime. Whatever your sitch, if you love yourself romance reads, you’ll love this coquette-style tote. $18+, depending on size.
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Image courtesy of PeacefulReadingShop on EtsyThis tote, covered in books, flowers, and little hearts, makes me think of spring and summer. The best part is that it looks like you’d be able to haul a lot of books. $27.
Image courtesy of TheStorylineStyles on EtsyI’ve not seen a whole lot of round tote bags in my life, but this one—and the others in this shop—make me want to see more. You might sacrifice some book space inside, but this turn the page tote will sure turn heads. $22.
Image courtesy of TexasPremiumGiftShop on EtsyEverything about this “there’s no such thing as too many books” tote, from the cat walking on its back legs while carrying a stack of books to the wide range of fonts, just works. There’s a bit of a vintage-y vibe, too. You can choose from a few sizes and colors, starting at $10.
Image courtesy of MaMaplustwo on EtsyWhat more do you need to tote than books and snacks? This is a great color combination to boot. $16+.
Image courtesy of progressandprose on EtsyThe double meaning of mood reader on this tote is just a bonus. $14.
Image courtesy of HappilyPlants on EtsyFor the writer types, this tote features two essentials: typewriters and coffee. $13.
Image courtesy of BookishlyUKThis might be my favorite tote in the roundup, as it so perfectly captures why books are incredible. They’re meant to be bridges between us and the world. $29.
Image courtesy of NiftyKnittersDesign on EtsyMaybe you don’t want to buy a new tote bag but would prefer to make one yourself? Then you’ll love this rad read tote you can knit. Snag the pattern for $8.
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