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    35 Things Readers Will Love That Aren’t Actual Books

    Psst, fellow audiobook gremlins — these earbuds are about to change your life.

    1. A wooden book-shaped light complete with "pages" that fan out and light up so realistically that you might trick your friends into thinking you're a wizard when you first open it. 

    Reviewer opening a
    The book lamp laying flat and lit with pages fanned out and open

    Promising review: "Perfect nightlight for our reading nook. I got this for my daughter's library to add in a little touch of whimsy and warmth. It was the perfect touch." —Cassandra Ashbaugh 

    Get it from Amazon for $22.98. 

    2. book-shaped flower vase that's giving some real "Belle from Beauty & the Beast" energy (like TELL ME this vase wouldn't absolutely come to life and start strutting its stuff all over the library). 

    the transparent vase filled with tulips
    the transparent vase filled with a bouquet

    Check out a TikTok of the book vase in action. 

    Promising review: "The vase was so pretty I bought a second! They're durable and very appealing to the eye. I will be purchasing more." —kayla

    Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in four colors). 

    3. A sturdy, minimalist reading journal with such a comprehensive, satisfying design that you'll never bother with another again — this features space for 52 thorough book reviews, along with challenges and lists for Books I’ve Read, Finished, Favorites, Did Not Finish, Lent, and Borrowed. 

    reviewer holding a green hardback journal with gold embossed print that says
    journal open to a review page for

    Kunitsa Co. is a small business that specializes in reading, exercise, and food journals. 

    Promising review: "This book journal had plenty of room for all the book reviews and so much more. It has pages for daily reading tracking, pages for reading goals, pages for DNF books, favorite books, loaned-out books, and tons of review pages all you have to do is feel it out. It’s perfect!!!!" —Cody McNeal

    Get it from Amazon for $24.95 (available in four colors). 

    4. Plus a set of eye-popping fine point pens designed not to bleed through pages, so you can use them to annotate books *and* to wax poetic in your book journal afterward. 

    Promising review: "I had a taste of them years back with a planner I bought, and had to get more. I love the selection of colors, and so far they haven't dried out on me too soon. I use them for my book journal to keep up with how many pages I read each day. Gives a pop of color to my otherwise boring journal." —Grim

    Get a set of 18 from Amazon for $8.99

    5. A bamboo book rest and document reader you can use for everything from propping a cookbook recipe open to keeping the pages open on your book while you're eating. TBH, nothing worse than trying to sneak in a quick chapter during breakfast and tainting the main character's adventures with your oatmeal hands. 

    Reviewer using the holder to prop open a recipe in a cookbook
    Reviewer image of the back of the stand holding a textbook

    Promising review: "I've read books all of my life I love to read. How did I get by without this holder? It's perfect for reading when you're eating, lying in bed before sleeping, sitting outside on the patio. You name it ... it's perfect wherever you are. It's beautiful and sturdy. The little arms that hold your pages work perfectly. This is not flimsy in any way. I love it so much I bought two more." —Diane

    Get it from Amazon for $14.99

    6. A handy dandy amber reading light that's 99.94% free of blue spectrum light — aka, the light that signals to your brain that it's daytime and keeps you up and at 'em. Now you can read your book at night without disrupting your unsuspecting circadian rhythms. 

    Promising review: "This is a fantastic light! I use it every evening to continue reading while my son sleeps, it does not wake him or impede my sleep after I’m ready to go to bed. Great product." —Brian Masters

    Get it from Amazon for $12.99 (available in four styles). 

    7. book tracker bookmark reviewers especially love because it motivates them to keep up on their reading streaks by filling up the adorable lil' shelves. 

    a person holding the bookmark with blank books on painted shelves
    British Book Art / Etsy

    British Book Art is a UK-based Etsy shop established in 2021 that specializes in tracker bookmarks and book art. 

    Promising review: "Absolutely love my bookmark! So, so cute! Already made a start coloring in the books and writing the names on the spines!" —Chloe

    Get it from British Book Art on Etsy for $3.14

    8. A set of affordable, highly popular wireless Bluetooth earbuds that are a GODSEND for avid audiobook listeners — not only are these completely waterproof (main character in the rain moment, anyone??), but they come with several silicone earbuds to get the comfiest fit possible for all those long chapters. 

    Reviewer holding pale pink earbud charging case with matching earbuds in them
    Model wearing discrete black earbuds in ear

    These come with a wireless charging case that provides up to 14 hours of charge (with the earbuds able to play for four-plus hours with each full charge). 

    Promising review: "I've had these earbuds for over two months. During my work day, I listen to audiobooks nearly nonstop. In a typical nine-hour day, I haven't had to stop and charge my earbuds once. They get a bit of charge time when I get home and shower, but then they're immediately put back to work when I settle in to start playing video games for the evening." —Chelsea Tisdale

    Get it from Amazon $18.99+ (clip the $5 off coupon on the product page for this price; available in six colors).

    9. A pair of horizontal glasses to let you read while lying down, because being unable to read without starfishing on your bed feels like a scam. Now you can out-scam it.

    Promising review: "I saw these on a couple of TikTok videos and immediately bought them. They are literally the best thing I’ve ever bought. I was scared they wouldn't fit over my glasses but they do just fine. I use them to read, watch TV, and scroll through my social media all while lying down. Such a great buy!" —Kivy

    Get them from Amazon for $11.95

    10. A set of adjustable desk shelves so you can prioritize your TBR — now instead of having one giant pile of books by your bed, you can put your most anticipated ones at eye level and lovingly gaze upon them all through your work day. 

    A set of desk shelves in a light wood that fit several books, plants, and desk accessories
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I was running out of space for my books and this was a perfect fix!! Easy to use and fit perfectly on top of my bookshelf. Saw this on TikTok and would definitely recommend!" —Barbara Zurowski

    Get them from Amazon for $25.99 (available in four colors).

    11. A 3-in-1 foldable magnetic wireless charger that busy readers will honestly be mad they didn't know about before now?? It folds out from a small square into a rectangular charging pad to juice up three devices at once and includes a USB-C port so your Kindle can be one of them. Travelers and busy humans swear by it alike, because it saves soooo much space in their bags. 

    The white charger pad laid out to charge a phone, watch, and AirPods
    Reviewer pulling out the black version from its compact size all the way out to the three-part mat

    Check out a TikTok of the foldable 3-in-1 charger in action. 

    Promising review: "I travel for business and pleasure frequently and this has become a life saver. One cord, three chargers! Works great for my iPhone, AppleWatch, AirPod Pros 2 and my Kindle Paperwhite." —Kiera

    Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in nine colors). 

    12. A versatile Kate Spade canvas tote for some subtle "yeah, I'm a nerd, but a nerd with GOOD TASTE" vibes. You'll especially love the roomy front pocket to keep little bits and bobs keys and headphones at your fingertips. 

    A canvas tote bag with illustrated classic novels stacked on top of each other
    The bag slightly open to reveal an inner pocket

    Promising review: "Very nice totes, bought three so far for me and gifts. Nicely made, colorful, and beautiful art! It’s also very sturdy." —Zoraida

    Get it from Amazon for $28+ (available in four styles). 

    13. A floating hidden bookshelf as a subtle bookish decor flex that will have everyone asking for the name of your interior designer (just me, myself, and I!!!!). 

    Reviewer photo of six books seemingly floating from the wall with a small cactus on top
    15 Books

    Also, the weight capacity on these is NO JOKE. Even the smaller ones hold up to 15 pounds, to the point where reviewers are balancing textbooks on them.

    Here's what BuzzFeeder Kayla Boyd has to say about it: "I love my floating bookshelves because they save a lot of space and since I colorized them, they look like fun decor in my room. It definitely helps me get excited about reading more since they're so cute and visible. The shelves were also super easy to hang and they're very sturdy."

    Promising review: "If you are running out of space for your books, get these bad boys right away. They are incredibly strong, can hold several heavy books, and give your bedroom an incredible look." —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $11.50+ (available in two sizes individually or as a set of three and in silver and white).

    14. Plus a record/magazine/Cool Stuff holder that'll make your books a part of the decor, but also easily accessible for moments when you need an Emergency Jenny Han Book in your hands (most moments, TBH). 

    Rose gold triangle file organizer holding books and notebooks
    same organizer in gold holding books about plants

    Promising review: "I didn’t want anything too bulky on my nightstand but I like to have several books I like to read in bed. I previously had them stacked on top of each other and found this and was afraid it might be cheaply made but it is sturdy and beautiful! I’m such a bookworm and I am in love with this added piece to my room." —SP

    Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in three colors).

    15. A sleek flat travel water bottle designed to fit neatly into bags and backpacks without disrupting the ~rectangular flow~ of your books. It's super lightweight, too, making it ideal for travel and people who are out and about all day. 

    clear rectangle shaped water bottle with black edges and lid
    water bottle stashed vertically in a purse

    Promising review: "TikTok made me buy this water bottle and I’ve never been more pleased with a purchase. It was delivered exactly as expected, even better. The size is perfect for inside a purse, book bag, or suitcase. I ordered the gray and it's so understated. Beyond satisfied with this TikTok purchase." —Christina Carson

    Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in six styles). 

    16. A TikTok-famous 3-in-1 convertible "reading chair" that reviewers love putting in their home office and living room spaces because it truly fulfills *so* many essential cozy needs at once. Not only does this include USB ports for your phone or Kindle, a cup holder, and a side pocket for books, but it can be pulled out easily into a sleeper chair or a full flat sleeper in an instant. Bonus? There's ~secret storage~ at the bottom for extra sheets and pillows. 

    A dark blue padded arm chair with arm rests
    Model pulling out the store at the bottom to turn it into a lounger
    Amazon

    Check out a TikTok of the reading chair in action. 

    Promising review: "Amazing reading chair/lounger. If you're one of those people who needs to change positions often while reading, this chair is the bomb. I leave a charging cord in the arm for my phone and headphones, slide out the foot, and grab whatever book I chucked under there. I can lay down, recline, sit straight, etc. with ease. The foot stool part, being collapsible and held up with thin bars, did kind of sink a little after awhile but nothing that makes the chair feel broken or look lopsided. It's a solid little guy and I plan on picking another one up eventually for another room I like to read in." —Calvin Andrews

    Get it from Amazon for $259.99+ (clip the $20 off coupon on the product page for this price; available in four colors). 

    17. Plus a "dog bed for humans" so plush and cozy for reading that you may just have to change your legal address to "beanbag." Reviewers especially love the softness of the faux fur and the firm coziness of the raised rims that make it a perfect little nest. 

    Model in a beige oval rimmed bed on the floor
    Amazon

    Promising review: "Sooo... If you are even considering this product put it in your cart ASAP!! I take naps and sleep on this every single day. I like to pile my pillows, blankets, and plushies in along with me for maximum softness. This is perfect for reading, drawing, napping, and basically doing any solitary hobbies you have in comfort. It's genuinely helped my anxiety and improved my nap quality. As someone who identifies as a human-sized dog, I give this bed four paws up." —Rain

    Get it from Amazon for $151.99 (available in three colors and two sizes). 

    18. A Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition in a matte "Agave Green" color that has captured the hearts of ALL of BookTok. Swoonworthy aesthetic aside, it holds thousands of books, and will let you the *chef's kiss* way you like best — you can customize it with all your favorite fonts and layouts and organize your virtual shelves to your precise standards. Bonus — its charge lasts weeks (plural!!), and it's waterproof, so you can take this BB in the bathtub 🍷.

    reviewer reading kindle outside
    hand holding agave green kindle

    Check out a TikTok of the green Kindle in action.

    Promising review: "I am so happy to be reading more, and I find it easier to take around with me than carrying my book around. Easy to travel with, and battery life is amazing. I initially was skeptical because I love holding a physical book but ever since I received my new Paperwhite, everything has changed. Lightweight, and so functional and easy to use. I have been reading books and downloaded so much. LOVE LOVE LOVE THE GREEN COLOR it is so pretty." —eileeenie

    Get it from Amazon for $189.99 (available in two other colors). 

    19. A personalized floral book stamp that will basically make you BookTok royalty when you flash the gorgeous front pages of all your favorite books. Also, this makes it a HECK of a lot harder for your friends to accidentally-on-purpose never return your copy of Red, White & Royal Blue (Y'ALL KNOW WHO YOU ARE). 

    the personalized stamp
    Paper Peach Shop / Etsy

    Paper Peach Shop is a family-owned, Indiana-based Etsy shop established in 2013 that specializes in personalized products like stamp, party invitations, planners, and guestbooks. 

    Promising review: "Took a while to get to me but it’s worth the wait. I bought this for myself as a birthday gift and it’s been so much fun stamping all my old books and loaning them to friends. I use red ink, it fits me." —Amy Easterling

    Get it from Paper Peach Shop on Etsy for $17.99 (originally $19.99; available in 11 ink colors).


    20. A custom embroidered book clutch you can get in any book cover you choose because sometimes you want people to judge you by your cover. Especially if that cover is a Jane Austen classic. 

    embroidered clutches that look like book covers
    A model with a book clutch slung over their shoulder
    VRStorybook/Etsy

    VRStorybook is a Latvia-based Etsy shop established in 2014 that specializes in custom embroidered book-related gifts. 

    Promising review: "Absolutely gorgeous, and Vicky went above and beyond to make the book cover we wanted work on the purse. Highly highly recommend!" —Ali Strongwater 

    Get it from VRStorybook on Etsy for $185.81 (available in 11 colors and three box types). 

    21. A customizable storage "bookshelf" to reduce clutter and add some character (literally) to any space in your room. Each one features different books, and depending on your vibe, you can select certain lengths and color schemes, and even preview the books chosen for your custom box in advance. People use these to hide modem and cable boxes, store jewelry and money, and more! 

    Four photos which show how from the front, the display looks like a stack of books but from the back it's actually empty
    Amazon

    Covogoods is a Utah-based, woman-owned small business that specializes in storage products made out of upcycled books. 

    Promising review: "I absolutely LOVE this!!! I ordered to conceal our modem and router and it looks so perfect. They are real books and it’s wonderfully built, and the shades of blue are beautiful together. Shipped quickly and love to support a family biz!" —C.R. 

    Get it from Covogoods on Amazon Handmade starting at $29.

    22. A gorgeous arc floor reading lamp reviewers adore for adding a quiet amount of light to their space without overwhelming it the way other floor lamps do. People who work from home especially love it for illuminating their desk area without causing any additional eye strain. 

    Curved linear lamp with warm glow hovering over a couch
    The same lamp hovering over a  desk

    Check out a TikTok of the arc floor lamp in action. 

    Brightech is a California-based small business that specializes in home lighting. 

    Promising review: "I am an avid reader. I bought this for my bedroom as I needed a replacement for the lamp. This gives perfect lighting at any time. Easy to assemble, easy to turn on and off with floor button and the different intensity makes it work for day, night and low light conditions." —Fran B. 

    Get it from Amazon for $74.99 (available in two colors). 

    23. An adjustable bamboo bathtub tray to turn your boring bathroom into a veritable bookish paradise. Pinot? Poured. Candle? Lit. Book? OPEN. Now all you have to do is calmly explain to your loved ones that you live in a tub now.

    Not only is it size-adjustable to accommodate different tubs, it comes equipped with a wineglass holder, edges that safely prop up a book or tablet, a candle holder, and extra space for whatever else their cozy heart desires.

    Promising review: "When I placed my order for this tray I looked at the pics but did not realize how really cool this piece is. The ability to change the size is great, but I just love the different trays that are removable as well as the ability to put my phone and a Kindle in 'safe' areas of the tray. I found a perfect place for my TV remote should I want to watch TV and not read. I just got it and used it last night but it appears to be well-made, balanced, and offers versatility for the things you may want at your fingertips when taking a luxurious bath!" —SindiMcG

    Get it from Amazon for $34.97+ (available in five colors).

    24. A lovely 500-piece "Books and Flowers" puzzle so even when you're not reading books, you can be doing your second favorite thing, which is, of course, thinking about books. 

    A puzzle of a watercolor illustration of a bookshelf next to a table with a large vase of flowers
    Goodful

    This puzzle print was designed by artist and illustrator Kate Lewis, who draws inspiration from "everyday moments at home and in the garden." 

    Get it from our Goodful shop for $28

    25. A pretty pastel mug warmer to keep your tea and coffee warm on rainy days when you're burrowed so far into a book that it feels like a law against nature to make a trip to the microwave.

    A pink mug warmer on a desk with a mug onf coffee on it
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I researched so many coffee warmers and am so glad I decided on this one. It definitely keeps my coffee hot, no matter how long it takes me to drink it. I also like that it has three settings. As you drink down your coffee, you can lower the heat because it keeps the coffee very hot. I like it so much I ordered a second one for another part of the house." —hottytoddy

    Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in eight colors).

    26. An adorable embroidered bookmark because let's be honest, we're not not reading in a coffee shop for the ~aesthetic~. Now you can truly be the beautiful cottagecore goblin you always aspired to be. 

    Promising review: "It fits the page or pages well. Very beautiful and unique design. I love it." —Rargrasi Kumar 

    Get it from Amazon for $5.99 (available in letters A–Z and four styles). 

    27. Plus a Nessie bookmark so you'll always have a reading companion when you're swimming in the depths of a new favorite book (or need an emotional support creature when you're reading a harrowing one!!). 

    Promising review: "Absolutely love my Nessie bookmark. Product looks exactly like the images on the website. Very durable and small boost of serotonin every time I pick my book back up to read. Have already gifted to a few people." —Brisag64

    Get it from Amazon for $5.99 (available in five styles). 

    28. A game of "Bards Against Profanity," which merges present day scenarios with Shakespearean insults that will have you calling everyone in the group chat a "rampallion" before you know it.

    The white box holding the game with an illustration of Shakespeare
    A few text cards with quotes from Shakespeare plays
    Amazon

    You basically play the same way you'd play Apples To Apples or Cards Against Humanity — someone puts down a prompt scenario card, and players complete with the insult cards to fill the prompts to see whose is the funniest. Whoever wins the most scenarios wins the game. Four or more players are required.

    Promising review: "THIS GAME IS IMPOSSIBLE NOT TO ENJOY, whether you know anything about Shakespeare or not — it makes no difference. I had no idea how much wit, and how much 'inappropriate' language, is in his plays. It's extremely easy to learn so you aren't wasting time reading instructions. In fact, the very-brief instructions say to just play until you get bored ;-) Nothing serious about this game." —Long Beach Native

    Get it from Amazon for $24.31

    29. A Twilight-themed car mirror decal so everyone you carpool with will know *exactly* what side of TikTok you're on when they get in your vehicle. 

    A car mirror decal that says
    Ally Makes Magic/Etsy

    Ally Makes Magic is a Florida-based Etsy shop established in 2021 that specializes in custom pop culture-themed glassware and decor. 

    Promising review: "It came out perfect! The color I chose was vibrant and was easily legible." —Destiny 

    Get it from Ally Makes Magic on Etsy for $6.99 (available in 15 colors and two sizes). 

    30. A set of Novel Teas to inspire you to cook some bookish breakfasts (elevensies, anyone??) complete with little quotes from iconic books on each of the tea bags.

    boxes of
    Amazon

    Bag Ladies Tea is a small business that specializes in themed teas.  

    Promising review: "I got this for my mother, who loves her morning cup of tea. She really enjoyed both the tea (which she said was excellent) and reading the sayings. In fact, the last time I visited, she showed me several of the sayings she had saved!" —Cheryl D. Holton

    Get a pack of 25 from Amazon for $12.95.

    31. A set of two vintage-inspired book-themed whiskey glasses so you can feel all literary and distinguished sipping your nightcaps. These come in Alice in Wonderland, Hamlet, Pride & Prejudice, and The Tell-Tale Heart themes, so there's bound to be one to fit your bookshelf's mood. 

    Greenline Goods is a Chicago-based small business that specializes in unique drinkware. 

    Promising review: "These are even more beautiful in person than the pictures. They were a Christmas present for my Jane Austen and whiskey loving mother and she was over the moon about them! Going to have to buy some for myself. They honestly look like they should cost soooooo much more!" —Ivy

    Get a set of two from Amazon for $28.98+ (available in four styles). 

    32. Plus a punny bookish wine glass that is basically *mandatory* drinkware for anyone who likes to curl up with a good romance novel on a Friday night. (🎵 Girrrrl dinner, girl dinner 🎵.) 

    Clear wine glass with etching that reads
    Amazon

    Bevee is a small business specializing in etched glassware. 

    Promising review: "Great, practical gift! As an avid reader, I smile each time I see my glass. I use it for wine or skimmed milk!" —D. Burton

    Get it from Amazon for $19.95. 

    33. A padded 3-in-1 reclining beach chair so beloved that one reviewer literally calls it a "Princess Beach Chair." This is designed with five adjustable chair positions and three footrest positions, a cup holder, a zippered side pocket, and — be still our nerdy, book-loving hearts — a "face cavity" to you can lay flat on your stomach and read a book on the sand below. 

    The pink chair upright on a beach, then pulled down with the face cavity open
    A model laying on their stomach with their face in the chair's cavity so they can read a book

    Bonus — it's less than 10 pounds and has backpack carrying straps for easy carrying! 

    Promising review: "Your best friend at the beach. HECK! Maybe anywhere that you want to lay out. It is a little hard to carry (awkward). Loved reading a book underneath the chair while laying around. I want to go places with this practical chair." —rinny

    Get it from Amazon for $98+ (available in eight styles). 

    34. A personal library kit to help you embark on organizing a neighborhood book swap knowing that you're going to get at least *some* your beloved Emily Henry books back 👀 . 

    A kit with stickers for library return dates and stamp dater
    Amazon

    Promising review: "As a self-proclaimed book nerd, I purchased this as a gift for a friend who is also a book nerd. We trade books frequently, and when I saw it I knew she would love it. When she opened it she said, "I love this more than I probably should." It is one of those gifts that makes geeks happy to give and receive. And, well, we need more of that in the world." —

    Addie K. 

    Get it from Amazon for $20.54.

    35. A set of literary cards and envelopes perfect for sending sweet little messages to all the fellow book lovers in your life.

    A pack of 20 different notecards and envelopes with book illustrations on them
    The cards laid out to show different book stack illustrations on them
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I just love Jane Mount's illustrations! These cards are fantastic. People remark how much they like them and the uniqueness when they receive one from me. These are fun!" —SaladEatingCat

    Get a set of 20 from Amazon for $12.91 (available in eight styles).

    You stamping your whole collection with your beautiful floral stamp: