Books are not made for furniture, but there is nothing else that so beautifully furnishes a house.
~ Henry Ward Beecher ~

Don’t let the chic ‘fits and endless fashion talk fool ya- I am a total geek about books. My most fond childhood memories include puppet shows and loads of books at the local public library. And the only thing better than an all-day amble through the mall is a serious sitdown in a bookstore. I can waste time in Barnes&Noble like none other.

In honor of my need for read(ing), I am showcasing some super stylish bookshelves for this latest installment of Home is Where the Style Is.

Books commingle with trinkets and do-dads to create a look that is clean, bright and fresh. Sign me up!

Yes, this is a child’s bookcase- covered in whimsy, toys…and chic.I don’t wanna grow up…

This shabby-chic cabinet is…