A solid book organization system doesn’t just make it easier to find what you’re looking for – it also makes you more likely to actually pick up a book and read. We’ve rounded up a list of 12 easy, smart ways to organize your books – no professional librarian experience is necessary.
Arrange your books by color
You can be creative – try an ombré pattern, or opt for a rainbow look.
- Pro Tip: If you like color-coordinating your books, try doing it to your wardrobe!
- This will make your books easier to locate and easier to find what you’re looking for
Separate your books by author: contemporary or classic
This works best if you have a diverse collection of old and new books.
Don’t be afraid to stack books
You can stack by theme, cover, or size, and keep stacks on their own or use them to break up a row.
- There’s no wrong way to do it. Just be careful not to overdo it.
Organize your books according to how they made you feel
Some books made you weep with sadness, while others had you laughing aloud to yourself at two in the morning.
- This organization method is an awesome way to categorize and distinguish what you’ve read.
Organize books by genre or subject
It’s a cinch to find the right book for your current mood and interests, so you’ll know exactly where to look when you need to satisfy your World War II curiosity or want a little romance story to spice up your Saturday night.
Group together the books you haven’t read yet
Put them in their own special TBR (To Be Read) section so they don’t get lost among the other titles.
Separate fiction and nonfiction
Group fiction books together and store everything else in another spot
- Use Clutter
- Schedule a pickup and pack your stuff
- Browse the convenient online photo catalog of your stuff, click the item’s photo, and we’ll deliver it straight to you
Display your favorite books front and center
Display them where they belong, not on the back of the book shelf.
Organize your books alphabetically
Best if you remember book titles and author names
