THe most beautiful books

Make your bookshelf the prettiest home decor ever

 The Most Beautiful Books to add to your bookshelf

Books from the Rory Gilmore Challenge that are so pretty you’ll want to add them to your collection immediately- even if you already have another edition of the same book. We know Rory and Richard Gilmore have lots of beautiful books to display, and you can too!

Plus, decorating tips to help you design the bookish home decor that brings you joy.

Introducing Rory’s Beautiful Book List

Rory’s Beautiful Book List is a carefully curated collection of gorgeous books that will leave you inspired, enthralled, and yearning for more. I believe in the power of literature to transport us to different worlds, challenge our perspectives, and ignite our imagination. Each book on this list has been handpicked for its exceptional artwork, attention to detail, and ability to transport you to another world. From classic masterpieces that have stood the test of time to contemporary gems that push the boundaries of storytelling, this book list has something for every avid reader.

This page may contain affiliate links. For those purchases, the Gilmore Book Club receives a small commission- thanks! Book purchases from this page also benefit indepndant book stores.

Decorating Tip: Collect all the books from a specific series or publisher that have the same design. You can place them face out on your bookshelf for a striking effect.

P.S. This is an easy group of things to tell your friends and family about! They’ll always know what to get you for your next birthday or holiday.


Decorating Tip: You don’t have to put all your books on one shelf. Create a gallery wall of floating shelves that each have a book, a souvenir, or a family photo.


Decorating Tip: Place your book collections or books from the same series together to create uniform display that highlight your favorites.


Decorating Tip: Arrange books according to color on your shelves, either all together or by shade for a lovely ombre effect.


Decorating Tip: Match your favorite small mementos to the color or aesthetic of the books on your shelf for a beautifully bookish tableau.


Rory Reading Challenge Champion Merch

Want to tell the world that you’re doing the Rory Reading Challenge? Pick up some merch that has some pretty book stacks to show off to all your Gilmore fan friends.

Crew-neck sweatshirt

Sticker