Here are some of my favorite reading accessories that can seriously improve your reading life.
Prism Glasses (aka Lazy Reading Glasses)
Perfect for: Reading while lying down flat
These hilarious-looking glasses have angled mirrors that let you read a book or watch a screen while lying on your back — without lifting your head. No more propping up on pillows or craning your neck at odd angles.
Where to find: Amazon, Etsy, or novelty bookish shops
Bluetooth Sleep Headphones / Eye Mask Combo
Perfect for: Audiobook lovers + light sleepers
If you like falling asleep to an audiobook or calming background noise, this is a game-changer. It’s a soft eye mask with built-in flat Bluetooth headphones — comfy enough to sleep in and no annoying earbuds digging into your ears.
Adjustable Book Stand or Tablet Holder
Perfect for: Hands-free reading
Whether you’re following a cookbook, studying, or just want to sit back and snack while reading, a stand can make it easier to prop up your book or device.
Motion Sickness Relief Bands/Glasses
Perfect for: Reading in cars, buses, or planes
If you’re like me and wish you could read during road trips but get nauseous, try motion sickness bands. These acupressure wristbands are drug-free and surprisingly helpful. You can also use the motion sickness glasses.
Book Seat / Reading Bean Bag Pillow
Perfect for: Holding books in your lap comfortably
This clever little bean bag props up your book, tablet, or e-reader so you don’t have to. It molds to your lap or bed and takes the strain off your arms and neck.
Page Holders (Thumb Book Holders)
Perfect for: One-handed reading (especially paperbacks)
These small, often wooden or resin, gadgets slide onto your thumb and hold the pages open. They’re super handy when you’re reading with one hand (like on public transport).
Rechargeable Book Light
Perfect for: Late-night reading without disturbing anyone
Clip it to your book or headboard for gentle, focused light. Look for models with adjustable brightness and warm light settings to reduce eye strain.
Waterproof Book/E-Reader Covers
Perfect for: Reading in the bath, by the pool, or at the beach
Protect your book or Kindle from splashes and sand. There are waterproof pouches for devices and even clear sleeves for physical books.
Clip-On Page Turners for Tablets & eReaders
Perfect for: Kindle, iPad, or any Bluetooth-compatible device
These clip-on Bluetooth page turners attach to your eReader or tablet and pair with a remote — sometimes a finger ring or foot pedal. Just press a button to turn the page forward or backward.
Auto-Turning Bookmarks (Physical Books)
Perfect for: Page-by-page reading without using your hands
These smart bookmarks or mechanical page turners attach to the edge of your book and use a spring mechanism or timer to flip the pages forward. Some designs are super minimal — they look like a bookmark but auto-advance the pages with a flick
- Brands like PagePal or other accessibility-focused tools
Mechanical Page Turners (Assistive Tech)
Perfect for: Readers with physical disabilities or mobility limitations
There are more advanced devices that mechanically turn pages in physical books with a motor and remote or foot switch. These are often used in classrooms, libraries, or homes for readers with disabilities.
Weighted Page Holders or Page Pressers
Perfect for: Holding a book open while your hands are busy
These aren’t automatic, but they make reading hands-free possible by holding pages open — especially helpful for cookbooks, textbooks, or thick paperbacks.
Page Anchors / Magnetic Bookmarks with Page Holding
Perfect for: Holding your spot and keeping your book open
Some clever bookmarks not only save your spot but also anchor the pages open — magnetic or weighted designs that grip the sides of the page. Perfect for when you’re reading while eating or journaling.
Tablet/E-Reader Grips and Holders
Perfect for: Reducing wrist fatigue during long reads
Holding a tablet for hours? No thanks. Try a PopSocket, ring grip, or tablet hand strap to make holding your device easier, or use a lap stand or reading pillow for full hands-free reading.
Blue Light filter for a Kindle Fire, Tablet, or phone for screens that are not Glare free or E-ink
Blue Light Filter Screen Protectors
Perfect for: Reducing eye strain from harsh screen light
These are thin screen protectors that block or reduce blue light — the type of light that contributes to eye fatigue and can mess with your sleep cycle. They don’t affect screen clarity and often double as an anti-glare protector.
Blue Light Blocking Glasses
Perfect for: People who read on phones, tablets, or computers
If you don’t want to fuss with screen protectors — or you use multiple devices — blue light glasses are a flexible option. They block blue light directly at the source, and many come in stylish or minimalist frames.
Hand Straps for Tablets & E-Readers
Perfect for: One-handed reading without wrist pain
If you’re constantly shifting your device to get a comfortable grip — or find your hand cramping up mid-chapter — a hand strap is a total game-changer. These slim accessories attach to the back of your tablet or e-reader (usually with adhesive or Velcro) and let you slide your hand in for a secure, supported hold.
Adjustable Arm Holders for E-Readers & Tablets
Perfect for: Hands-free reading in bed, at your desk, or on the couch
Want to read without holding anything at all? An adjustable arm holder suspends your e-reader or tablet in midair — so you can lie flat in bed or recline on the couch while your device stays perfectly in place.
