56 weeks, 56 stunning photographs of beautiful bookstores, independent bookstores, historic libraries, and literary destinations around the world. Discover the story behind the Pretty Book Places Calendar 2027 and celebrate a year of literary travel and bookish inspiration.
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For years, Pretty Book Places has been my way of sharing some of the world’s most beautiful bookstores, libraries, and literary destinations.
What began as a love of books soon became a passion for literary travel. Wherever I go, I find myself seeking out bookstores: grand historic bookshops, hidden independent bookstores, magnificent libraries, and literary landmarks that tell stories far beyond the books on their shelves. Over time, these journeys have taken me to extraordinary places across Europe and beyond, and with every visit, my appreciation for these spaces has grown.
Along the way, I photographed thousands of beautiful book places.
Again and again, readers would ask me the same question: Which bookstore is your favourite?
The truth is that I could never choose just one.
Every bookstore has its own personality. Some captivate with stunning architecture, others with their history, their carefully curated collections, or the people behind them. Some are world-famous destinations, while others are quiet neighbourhood bookshops that have become beloved cultural institutions. Together, they form a rich and inspiring world that deserves to be celebrated.
The idea for the Pretty Book Places Calendar 2027 grew naturally from these experiences.
I wanted to create something that would allow fellow readers, travelers, and bibliophiles to enjoy these remarkable places throughout the year. Not simply a calendar, but a companion—one that offers a weekly moment of inspiration and a reminder of the beauty that can be found in bookstores, libraries, and literary destinations around the world.
Over the years, I have shared many of these remarkable places on Pretty Book Places. From iconic bookstores and hidden independent bookshops to breathtaking libraries and literary landmarks, you will find countless stories and travel guides throughout the website for fellow book lovers and literary travelers.
A Celebration of Independent Bookstores
At its heart, the Pretty Book Places Calendar 2027 is a love letter to independent bookstores.
Independent bookstores are so much more than places where books are sold. They are cultural spaces, community hubs, and gathering places for curious minds. They introduce readers to new voices, champion local authors, and create welcoming environments where conversations about books can flourish.
In an increasingly digital world, these spaces feel more valuable than ever.
Many of the bookstores featured in this calendar are independent bookstores that I have visited personally over the years. Some are internationally renowned destinations that attract book lovers from around the world. Others are hidden gems that reward those willing to wander off the beaten path.
Each one contributes to the rich tapestry of global bookstore culture and reflects the creativity, passion, and dedication of the people who keep these spaces alive.
56 Weeks of Beautiful Book Places
The Pretty Book Places Calendar 2027 is designed to accompany readers throughout the year with 56 weeks and 56 carefully selected photographs.
Every week introduces a new destination.
Inside, you will discover beautiful bookstores, historic libraries, remarkable literary destinations, and inspiring interiors that celebrate the enduring connection between books and beautiful spaces.
Some photographs showcase breathtaking architectural masterpieces. Others capture intimate reading corners, elegant bookshelves, and atmospheric bookstores that invite visitors to linger a little longer. Together, they create a visual journey through some of the most inspiring bookish places in the world.
For anyone who loves bookstore photography, literary culture, or simply surrounding themselves with beautiful things, each page offers a moment of escape and inspiration.
Literary Travel Through the World of Books
One of the reasons I love bookstores so much is that they reveal something unique about the places in which they exist.
A bookstore in Porto tells a different story than one in Paris. A historic library in Dublin offers a different experience than a contemporary bookshop in Copenhagen. Through their architecture, collections, and communities, these places reflect local culture while connecting readers across borders.
The photographs featured in the Pretty Book Places Calendar 2027 celebrate this connection between books and travel.
They capture the spirit of literary travel: the joy of discovering new places through books, and the joy of discovering books through new places.
For readers who dream of future journeys, every week offers a small invitation to explore another corner of the literary world.
Designed for Book Lovers
From the very beginning, it was important to me that this project should feel as beautiful as the places it features.
Together with Schöffling, the calendar was created with great attention to detail and exceptional production quality. The result is a thoughtfully designed object that combines practical weekly planning with timeless aesthetics and a deep appreciation for bookish culture.
It is a calendar created for people who love books not only for the stories they contain, but also for the atmosphere, beauty, and inspiration that surround them.
Whether used as a weekly planner, displayed on a desk, or given as a gift, it was designed for readers who find happiness among bookshelves and who never pass a bookstore without stepping inside.
For Readers, Travelers, and Bibliophiles
The Pretty Book Places Calendar 2027 is for anyone who feels at home in bookstores.
For readers who plan entire trips around literary destinations.
For lovers of beautiful bookstores and historic libraries.
For those who collect memories from bookshops around the world.
And for everyone who believes that books and beautiful places make life richer, more meaningful, and more inspiring.
Discover the Pretty Book Places Calendar 2027
The Pretty Book Places Calendar 2027 brings together years of literary travel, bookstore photography, and unforgettable encounters with beautiful book places around the world.
More than anything, it is a celebration of independent bookstores, libraries, and the communities that keep them thriving.
I hope it will accompany you throughout the year, inspire future literary adventures, and remind you, week after week, of the extraordinary beauty that can be found wherever books are loved.
Because every week deserves a beautiful book place.
If you would like to travel along with me in real time, you can also find me on Instagram, where I share bookstore visits, literary adventures and beautiful book places from around the world.
