August 29, 2024
By Rayane Alvim

12 Hand Lettering Quotes About Books for Book Lovers (+Free Printables & Wallpapers)

If you’re anything like me, quotes about books bring you joy. You can download printables and phone wallpapers for free here!
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Legend has it that my first word was “books”.

Ha, just kidding. But it might as well have been because I’ve loved books since I learned how to read. I’m known for always carrying a book with me (yes, even before Kindle or other e-readers were ever a thing).

If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably been called a book nerd at some point in your life too. I take no offense – reading books is one of my favorite hobbies. It has always been and I suspect it will always be a part of my life.

Combining my love of reading with my hand lettering and illustration skills, I embarked on a project called Bookaholic (because duh, yes, I confess: I am a bookaholic). This series was born because I wanted to create something meaningful to me, as well as to other book lovers. 

So thinking about it, I wanted to give away free printables and phone wallpapers with all of these quotes about books.

Why Choose a Hand-Lettered Bookish Quote

Whether you’re looking to decorate your space or simply looking for a wallpaper for your phone, a hand lettering piece is perfect for each occasion. It can be a powerful way to inspire and express yourself because these designs are custom-made and original.  

Lettering + Books = Perfection!

So you’re also a book lover…

In the words of Rory and Lorelai Gilmore: “It’s a lifestyle. It’s a religion.” That’s how I feel about books and reading. I’m pretty sure I’m not alone in this. Books are magical. You can live and imagine a thousand lives from the comfort of your own bedroom. I wish I could read books all day – but life gets in the every time, damn it.

The question here really is: why not be surrounded by books all the time? So yes, let’s get those hand-lettered quotes about books in our life, as soon as possible.

12 Hand Lettering Quotes About Books

What I love about these quotes is that they resonate with my reader self in so many ways. Girls just wanna have fun? No, girls just wanna read books. Love at first sight? No, love at first chapter! These are all little plays on some well-known phrases, but they come with a bookish twist.

“Between life and death, there is a library” – Matt Haig | The Midnight Library – Phone Wallpaper
“When in doubt read a book” – Phone Wallpaper
“Home is where the books are” – Phone Wallpaper
“Start every day with a book” – Phone Wallpaper
“All you need is books” – Phone Wallpaper – Phone Wallpaper
“A new book is on the horizon” – Phone Wallpaper
“Reading is my love language” – Phone Wallpaper
“I declare there’s no enjoyment like reading” – Jane Austen – Phone Wallpaper
“Girls just wanna read books” – Phone Wallpaper
“It was love at first chapter” – Phone Wallpaper
“You can’t buy happiness but you can buy books and that’s kind of the same thing” – Phone Wallpaper
“The books are calling and I must read” – Phone Wallpaper

Which one of these bookish quotes is your favorite? Let me know in the comments which one resonated with you best! If you happen to have any questions about lettering or books, pop up in the comments section as well. And please don’t hesitate to share these printables and wallpapers with other book lovers!

12 Hand Lettering Quotes About Books for Book Lovers (+Free Printables & Wallpapers)12 Hand Lettering Quotes About Books for Book Lovers (+Free Printables & Wallpapers)12 Hand Lettering Quotes About Books for Book Lovers (+Free Printables & Wallpapers)12 Hand Lettering Quotes About Books for Book Lovers (+Free Printables & Wallpapers)

About the author

Hi! My name is Rayane Alvim and I’m a lettering artist and illustrator based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. I began my career as a graphic designer in the startup world but quickly realized I wanted to be a full-time lettering artist. I’m passionate about creating unique pieces of artwork on topics I care about such as women’s rights and empowerment, pop culture, and more. On this blog, I write about lettering, calligraphy, creativity, illustration, and more.

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