How to Set up a Personal Library

Find a Dedicated Space

Choose a spot in your home that allows you space to sit comfortably if you want to read there, or at least take and replace books without knocking things over.

Check Out Your Storage Options

The primary function of any library is to serve as a storage place for your beloved books. So you’ll want to find them a suitable home that allows you quick and easy access whenever you get the urge to read.

Make It Cozy

This is your library, so make it a space that feels like home to you, Whether that means bringing in a comfy reading chair, adding a scented candle, or hanging one of your favorite paintings above your bookcase.

Stock Up with Books That Matter to You

Keep it simple by filling your library with books that are meaningful to you.

Donate or Sell What You Don’t Want or Need

If  you come across some books that you’re no longer interested in, you can clear out some space and make room for more books you love by finding a suitable home for those older reads.

Create a System

If you’re serious about keeping a personal home library, then consider an effective organization system essential.

Share the Love

If you’re fortunate to have amassed a hefty collection, share some of that wealth with friends and family by treating your library like, well, a library!