Physical media collections are all the rage again. Whether you're hoarding books, 4K Blu-rays, or video games, the allure of having a beautifully curated shelf is quite tempting. And if you're looking to add a bit of magic to your little library for cheap, I highly recommend adding a cool book nook kit into the mix.
Book nooks have been getting more and more popular as physical media collections have started growing again and there's a surprising variety of brands to choose from. If you're anything like me, though, you're likely going to want to go with a fantasy theme to match all of your fantasy books. Amazon has a number of really cool options that fit that style perfectly, all of which are on sale for Prime Day right now.
Fantasy Book Nook Kits on Sale Today
If you aren't already familiar with how book nook kits work, you should know that this is a DIY project. You aren't purchasing a fully assembled shelf filler, you're buying various wood or cardboard components and putting them together. Think of these as a sort of LEGO alternative that doesn't come with the same high cost as plastic bricks. You will need to provide your own silicone glue and batteries, but that's it.
As for what book nooks I recommend checking out, my top pick is The Gate of Wonderland book nook. This is one of the cheapest ones I could find that still had good reviews and I honestly think it looks awesome. You've got some sort of wizard, a dark magical forest, and a portal to an unknown realm all rolled up into one thing. There's even an LED light that brings the whole thing to life once it's all complete. Amazon includes a build video on the product page that appears to be trying to connect it to the Harry Potter books for some reason, but the kit itself isn't actually HP branded at all.
The other book nook kit I recommend checking out first is very obviously trying to look like The Lord of the Rings. It's got a dragon, medieval architecture, and even an actual ring hanging right in the middle there. Since it isn't technically licensed LotR merch, the name for this book nook is actually Spirit Valley of Magic Rings. If you can look past all of that nonsense, though, it's actually a really cool kit.
If you are looking for an actual Tolkien-themed book nook, there is an officially licensed option available at a slight discount right now. The LEGO Balrog book nook showcases Gandalf's epic "You shall not pass" moment from the movies and is actually quite a cool set. The only problem is that even with the discount, it's still over $100. So going with the cheaper off-brand kit is definitely an option worth considering. You could also get a pair of cool LotR bookends instead for about half that price and those require no assembly at all.
These Prime Day deals end tonight
Book nooks get discounted fairly often throughout the year, but Amazon Prime Day is arguably the best time to buy them this cheap. These discounts are currently set to expire at midnight tonight, so if you're interested in grabbing one as a gift for yourself or a loved one, you should do so now. There are also a number of fantasy books on sale right now if you need to add more novels to your shelf.
Jacob Kienlen is a Senior Audience Development Strategist and Writer for IGN. Born and raised in Portland, Oregon, he has considered the Northwest his home for his entire life. With a bachelor's degree in communication and 10 years of professional writing experience, his expertise is spread across a variety of different pop culture topics — from TV series to books and the latest Pokémon games.
