55 Bookshelf inserts for anyone who loves to read

How familiar are you with bookshelf inserts? If you are a certified bookworm then you’d know what a bookshelf insert is. If you’re not yet familiar then you’d be thrilled to know what these amazing creations are.

Your whole library or book collection will tell a lot about you but it doesn’t end there. You can still customize your library and start collecting or even creating your own bookshelf inserts.

These can range from a fantasy forest, a bog witch, to Harry Potter themed bookshelf inserts. What’s best is that you can actually learn to do it yourself and the ideas are endless!

So, if you’re excited to see them, take a look at 55 of the best bookshelf inserts that any book reader would simply adore.

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1) Peter Söderlund’s work

Walking into a library and seeing this beautiful insert will truly make you even more interested in books. We’re sure that you’d most likely to spend time looking and appreciating this work of art before choosing your book.

2) The Shelf Room by Tim Sidford

We’re already amazed by how intricate the details are when it comes to creating bookshelf inserts but this one is definitely more than awesome! We’re really amazed at the small painting!

3) Inside the forest

Looking at this bookshelf insert, you’d think that you’ve traveled in a fantasy land, a forest of fairies and mystery! Truly enchanting!

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4) Take a peek

Take a peek inside this beautiful bookshelf insert. It seems that you’re in a castle dungeon. Perfect for mystery books and alike.

5) A little garden

Reddit user posted this as her first attempt on creating a bookshelf insert. This person definitely has a future in this field! Way to go!

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6) Inspired by Japan

This Japanese-inspired bookshelf is so cool. You’d think you’re actually seeing a photo of a street in Japan though that cellphone is a dead giveaway.

7) Night at Japan

Another Japan inspired bookshelf here. We love the tiny flowers and the lanterns as well. Truly, these bookshelf inserts are amazing!

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8) Les Meserables bookshelf insert

If you’re a fan of Les Miserables, then you’d love this one. You can even get inspiration and try to create one for your own library.

9) Look, there’s Alice!

Inspired by the timeless tale of Alice, this one is truly creative. Can’t help but notice the word Alice in the little girl’s skirt. Truly, the attention to detail of this art is remarkable.

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10) The potion shop

Look at this simple but artistic bookshelf insert. From the lettering to the lights. We love that there’s a potion shop too! Which part of this insert is your favorite?

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11) The bookshelf monster

A bookshelf insert monster like this? Awesome! Look at those details. Instead of being scared, we’re fascinated by the details! You’re sure to love his other creations as well.

12) The werewolf

Another one from this talented artist! If you love mystery and horror books, then this bookshelf insert is perfect for your collection! Look at those eyes!

13) A library in a library

When you don’t know what theme you can use for your bookshelf, then why not make a library for your library? It may look like a simple idea but the detail that comes into making it is not.

14) Dungeon you can make

This guy was able to print and create his own 3D dungeon. What a great idea for a bookshelf insert. We are loving the flickering light effect!

15) A Harry Potter Fan

Any Harry Potter fans? Take a look and appreciate this Diagon Alley-inspired bookshelf insert. It’s the perfect insert for your Harry Potter collection!

16) The magical bookshop

Look at this beautiful magical bookshop! Every detail is amazing and we love how you can actually see how cozy and inviting it is inside.

17) The dictionary room

A door inside a dictionary complete with a cozy chair and a fireplace. Oh! Can you just imagine if it were possible to go inside this and just enjoy reading?

18) Down the alley

Down the dark alley, where it’s scary to walk alone. Oh, wait, it’s a bookshelf insert. It really looks real! This is something we often see in suspense and thriller themed books.

19) Blade runner bookshelf insert

According to the person who created this art. She was inspired by a bookshelf insert she saw from a Japanese artist. Unfortunately, she received no reply so what else can she do? Well, she created her own and looks like we found a talented artist here.

20) Hobbit Hole

So many people are finding their inner artist in creating bookshelf inserts. Just like this dude over here who said that this was only his second attempt! Wow, and he’s already doing great!

21) Design, print, and paint

This Reddit user makes it look so simple with just 3 words. Though, not anyone can actually create such beautiful art.

22) Diagon Alley

Diagon Alley is very famous. While you may not really find it in London, you’re sure to see it in some bookshelves. Just look at this amazing bookshelf insert!

23) 40k style bookshelf insert

A project from a tabletop gamer. This amazing bookshelf insert actually has a YouTube video of how it was made. Looks great too!

24) The Doors of Durin

This book insert is definitely not shy to prove itself. Do you even dare to open the Doors of Durin? Take a look and be invited.

25) The Pizzeria

Look at this simple yet gorgeous bookshelf insert. From the details of the clock to the lighting and the details of the shop, this really required patience and passion.

26) May the force be with you

If you are a Star Wars fan then this bookshelf insert will surely make you excited! Look at the feel and the details! Go and start creating your own version of this art.

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27) An early attempt

User posted this photo stating that it was his early attempt at an Amsterdam nook. Well, we are all excited to see the finished product! We’re sure that it’ll be awesome!

28) An inviting bookshelf insert

Though there are no other details on this artwork, we find it intriguing and inviting as well. It’s like a world that will capture your curiosity.

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29) Fairy forest

This is one of our top favorites. A bookshelf insert that seems to invite you to another world. A world of fairies and beautiful forest creatures! Truly enchanting!

30) The witch

What if the caretaker of your books is a witch? Well, maybe it’s a friendly one who just wants to protect the books. Great idea for a bookshelf insert!

31) In the small alley

This isn’t just a beautiful bookshelf insert. It’s an inspiration if you have a small alley like this one. Look how cozy it is!

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32) The hidden world

This miniature world seems like it’s from a hidden past. The details of the stone houses to the moss is very intricate. We’d surely like to see more of this!

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33) Clock Street

This bookshelf insert setting is beautiful. It’s perfect for the collection of books in the video as well. Look at the details of the firewood and hay.

34) Subway entrance

How cool is this? A bookshelf insert that has a mini screen! It looks like it’s also working and is very realistic! This is really creative!

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35) Amazing lights

We’re a fan of bookshelf arts with lights! This one is playing more than 3 colors and we think it’s adorable! With bookshelf inserts, you can create your own world.

36) Bookshelf Dollhouse

Old books recycled to be an amazing insert for a bookshelf. Look at the cozy lighting and the details inside that dollhouse. We’re wondering if it opens.

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37) The inspiration

This bookshelf insert artist was inspired by the trending art that we’ve seen so far. So, he started his own. We are loving his work and he has great future!

38) The bog witch

When it comes to scary, interesting, and awesome bookshelf inserts, this Instagram superstar is your best bet. This is the scariest so far.

39) Uhm, Hello!

Look at this one, we think he’s not even scary. Kinda looks friendly and cute as well. The caretaker of books!

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40) The dark alleyway

This artist was able to capture the eerie feeling when you are walking alone at night in a dark alleyway. It’s a great insert for mystery books!

41) Venom clock

A venom-inspired bookshelf insert with a clock. It’s the perfect pair. It will add personality to any bookshelf. A very frightening impression.

42) The North Pole

This is quite simple but we’re loving the concept. Any DIY bookshelf insert is awesome. It takes talent, passion and of course you need to have patience as well.

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43) The mask

Another work from Tom. This one is beautiful beyond words. A man who is hiding a mask, who seems to be deeply thinking, and it looks like he’s in some sort of tower. What do you think is the inspiration to this one?

44) Something out of a fairy tale

Look at this collection of bookshelf inserts. They look like they were inspired by fairy tales and dreamy scenes. We’re loving the intricate details and the feel of each one.

45) Bookshelf apartment complex

This Reddit user shares his bookshelf insert projects. According to him, in this photo, they look like a bookshelf apartment complex. We agree, a very very nice and artistic apartment complex.

46) Inspired by the Will-o’-the-wisp

If you remember the scene from Brave, the Will-o’-the-wisp scene? That’s the inspiration of this bookshelf insert. We absolutely adore the beauty of this one. If you love enchanting scenes, you’d love this one!

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47) Room Box by Toshio Honzawa

This amazing work is really true to life. The bicycle, the clothes hanging, the light inside the shop, and of course the cute cat. We’re wondering if this was inspired by a real place.

48) The art room

Our best one yet! Look at this bookshelf insert! This is real art, and we’re thinking it took a while before this was completed. Look at each painting, they are real and very beautiful as well.

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49) A creepy house

We love mystery, horror, and suspense novels, right? What better bookshelf insert than this one? Look at the work from the walls to the window to the lights inside. It’s perfect!

50) First sculpture

This is the user’s first ever bookshelf insert art. Wow! If all first timers are this good? Then we’d be in a world full of artists! We’d love to see more!

51) Houses in the bookshelf

These little houses in the bookshelf is amazing. It’s such a great idea and we adore that small bench right there. This is such a great inspiration, don’t you think so?

52) The mini dollhouse

A little dollhouse as a bookshelf insert? Absolutely clever! Look at the intricate details of the painting and the small bookshelf. These artists are out of this world!

53) Mini library in a library

What could be more fun than to express yourself with a mini version of your library in your library? It’s so clever, artistic, and a great way to express yourself!

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54) Fantasy library

We love everything about this insert. From the rustic feel of the stairs, the moss, the little drawers, and those books as well. Everything is well designed and well created.

55) A look at Narnia

Bookshelf inserts won’t be complete without a Narnia-inspired bookshelf insert, don’t you agree? We love the simplicity of this one and the lamp is just gorgeous.

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