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6 Awesome Coffee Table Books to Complete Your Living Room Decor

by Cathy Carr

A woman sitting by a large window next to a long, low bookshelf.

What's classier than a coffee table covered in books? Not only are they a great way to show off your tastes and interests, they can also make a great, understated centerpiece for your coffee table decor. Give your guests something to gab about -- and yourself something to peruse on lazy days -- with these charming and vibrant coffee table tomes.

 

"Humans of New York"

Photographer Brandon Stanton has made a career of photographing and chatting with the colorful characters of New York City. The project began as a blog full of pictures and small quotes or stories that offer a glimpse into the lives of the people we walk by in public spaces every day. Now, it's a full-color book that offers a lively sample of New York living from all over the city.

 

"Earth and Space"

If you prefer to turn your eye to the sky in search of inspiration, this star-studded collection of NASA snapshots of our planet and beyond has plenty of wow-factor. Full of out-of-this-world pictures and complete with a preface written by everyone's favorite science guy, Bill Nye, this book is the perfect thing to complete your coffee table decor.

 

"Writers and Their Cats"

Whether you're into literature or you're into cats, there's something for everyone in this adorable book. Meet the feline friends of luminaries like Ernest Hemingway, Mark Twain, and Ursula K. Le Guin through photos and anecdotes of their adventures and bonds with their famous owners. Make sure to add the companion book, "Artists and their Cats" to your coffee table collection too!

A purple couch and a white coffee table with a small stack of colorful books next to potted succulents.

 

"Bibliophile: An Illustrated Miscellany"

Do you love books? What about books about books? This collection of dust jacket illustrations, reading lists, and literary trivia celebrates all things bookish. From literary classics and cultural texts to fan favorites like "Harry Potter," this is the perfect coffee table book for book enthusiasts of all stripes.

 

"100 Interiors Around the World"

Prefer to get your interior decorating inspo from books rather than Pinterest? Try this bad boy out for size! This photo collection takes you on a journey to some of the most inspiring interiors from every corner of the Earth, through every decor style and sensibility you can imagine. Explore cozy rustic retreats and stark urban fortresses, plus everything in between. You're sure to set down this book with a few new ideas for your home!

 

"Salad for President"

Celebrate the wonderful world of veggies with this beautiful book full of art, photos, and recipes, all with vegetables as the star! Perfect for aspiring vegetarians or anyone who can appreciate the color palette of a fresh salad, "Salad for President" brings a splash of fun and practicality to your coffee table collection.

 

Your living room should be an extension of your personality, so find that perfect book that speaks to you. Any (or all!) of these books can be the cherry on top of the cake that is your living room decor that you've been looking for, but if you feel like your living room needs a little something extra, stop by our store to find stylish furniture and all the decor you need to give your space a fresh look. From tasteful decorations to match your books, to a new coffee table to set them on, find everything you need to make your style your own!