Book Stop assembled and mounted on wall holding a row of books - Biglow Woodcraft - Walnut
Close‑up of sliding book stop gripping row of books on walnut shelf | Biglow Woodcraft
Joinery details for wall mounted cherry wood book stop book shelf | Biglow Woodcraft
Two Book Stops assembled and wall mounted displaying books and plants - Biglow Woodcraft - Cherry - Walnut
Close up detail shot of wall mounted walnut book stop - Biglow Woodcraft - Walnut Book Shelf
Book Stop Wall Mounted Book Shelf Assembled - Biglow Woodcraft - Walnut

Book Stop

$186.00 USD
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Get a grip on your reading

The Book Stop is a hardwood wall shelf with a clever sliding stop that grips your books in place. Push near the top to slide it, press your books together and let go for a satisfying, reliable hold. A little upward force releases it. Press it tight enough and it'll even flatten worn-out books.

Simple, rock-solid assembly

It arrives in pieces that slot together with dovetail joints, cut with a taper so they ease in and tighten as they go. The result is a rock-solid shelf anyone can put together, no tools required.

Dimensions: 813mm W x 280mm H x 205mm D (32" x 11" x 8")

In the box: 2 shelf panels (top and bottom), 2 side panels, the sliding book stop, 2 mounting screws, 2 drywall anchors (rated 60 lb), and instructions.

Wood: Solid cherry or black walnut. Want to see them in person first? A Wood Species Sample Pack pays for itself on your next order.

No stud needed. Two keyhole slots on the back let it hang level on the included screws and drywall anchors.

Install the anchors into drywall, then drive in the screws, leaving them sticking out about 3/8" (10mm) so the keyholes can hook on. Hit a stud? Skip the anchor and use a 2"–3" screw instead.

Assembly instructions (PDF)

Pre-order. The next batch ships fall/winter 2026.

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Brianna L.
Absolutely beautiful

This bookshelf was 100% worth the wait! Beautifully crafted, unique and the perfect accent to our bedroom!! We’ve purchased all your items and am very happy with the quality and craftsmanship:)

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Cam D.
The book stops here!

What struck me about the Book Stop as I was assembling it was just how smooth the wood was. It's like glass. I didn't know you could do that to wood. Assembly is satisfying. I used a smidge of wood glue to really hold it together, but the joints were so snug I didn't have to.

I love the Book Stop. I love that it's actually two shelves, not one. My cat also loves the Book Stop. He looks up at it often. At first I thought he was puzzling out how to get on top of it. But now I think that he, like me, just really appreciates quality woodwork.

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Olivia L.
Love the Book Stop, Struggled With The Mounting

Aesthetically- the bookstop was everything I wanted. The design looks amazing in my space. Matches some of my own self-made furniture. My only note would be - I struggled getting the drywall anchors in place. Both anchors compromised on me during install (could be user error), so I had to buy new ones and shift the shelf down an inch to put in new holes. It also took some time getting the holes measured out the 29 3/4”. I think a paper template with the distance (or an equivalent) could go a long way for install.

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Renn
Perfect!

Worth the wait! A very well built and beautiful shelf.