"I am unashamedly in my Kindle era. After realizing I could have thousands of books at my fingertips thanks to a Kindle Unlimited subscription and the Libby app for library e-books, my lovely sage-colored Kindle Paperwhite has pretty much become an extension of my arm. I go nowhere without it: vacations, commutes, the dinner table… my Kindle is always in hand. I know I probably should be embarrassed at how dependent I have become on this little device, but I can’t help it. I’m a reader with an arsenal of books at my disposal, and I’m drunk on power.
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Since my Kindle is pretty much my entire personality these days, I, of course, needed to find all of the right accessories to feed my obsession. After going down a few TikTok rabbit holes, I discovered the trendy accessories all the other book girlies love to use on their Kindles. From stickers to cases and even remote controls that allow you to do some hands-free reading in bed, these are all of the trinkets you need if you’re in your Kindle era (or want to be), too.
Our Kindle recommendation
If you have yet to jump on the Kindle train, now’s the time to finally go for it. Our Managing Editor spent a lot of time comparing models and for readers looking to get their first e-reader, the Kindle Paperwhite (in this gorgeous sage green color) is the way to go. You can read our full review, including how a Kindle can help you actually read more books, right here.
Our favorite Kindle accessories
A clear case and stickers you can swap out whenever you like
I have never been one to commit to certain stickers on my technology. When my friends were dressing up their laptops with colorful, peppy stickers in college, I left mine depressingly bare. How could I pick if my *aesthetic* was likely going to change in a year or two?
This is why I highly recommend buying a clear case and a set of stickers. Why? Because you’re not actually going to press stickers onto your Kindle. Instead, you’re going to leave the paper on the back and simply place the stickers where you want them—then seal it up with a clear case, which I have listed below.
This particular case is for Kindle Paperwhite 11th Gen, but here’s the same case in a Kindle Oasis size, as well as a Kindle 11th Gen 2022.
14 colors available
If you want a clear case but still want to protect the face of your Kindle, this is the case for you. Your screen won’t get scratched if you throw it in your bag, and you can still show off all your carefully curated stickers.
This affordable pack of stickers is a great starting point for your collection. With 100 stickers included, there are so many different combinations for you to choose from.
Feeling the fall vibes? This sticker pack helps you bring that autumn reader energy to your Kindle.
Bring the coastal grandmother aesthetic to your Kindle with this sticker bundle that screams Nancy Meyers.
Anyone else turn to their Kindle when they just need a little pick me up and don’t feel like being social? This sticker represents that.
5 colors available
These Sarah J. Maas-inspired stamp stickers are a reminder that with your Kindle, you’re only a few taps away from your favorite series.
Witchy girlies, this tarot-themed “The Reader” sticker has your name written all over it.
Dreaming of getting lost in a fictional town like Stars Hollow? Show your true devotion to Gilmore Girls by placing this sticker on your Kindle.
If you want to majorly switch up the look of the back of your Kindle, opt for an insert. You can easily swap them in and out if you want to change things up and place stickers up against them. So cute!
6 colors available
Other Kindle cases we love if stickers aren’t your thing
We get it, stickers aren’t for everyone, but that’s no reason your Kindle can’t be perfectly you. These stunning cases will keep your Kindle protected and look good doing it.
If you’re looking for something simple and clean without any designs or fuss, this leather case is the one. It has a magnetic closure so it stays tightly closed while you travel. Here’s a similar one for the Kindle Oasis.
4 colors available
This case looks like an elegant hardcover vintage book—perfect for the readers who love the look and feel of a physical book but are definitely in their Kindle era.
9 colors available
This clever case covers your power button so it doesn’t accidentally turn on and drain the battery and automatically turns the Kindle on and off when you open it. It’s slim, lightweight, waterproof, supports wireless charging, and even has a magnetic closure so it stays secure in a bag while you travel.
7 colors available
Absolutely obsessed with this retro-esque floral Kindle case. It comes in various sizes and can also be personalized.
If I could, I would put a bow on every single thing I own. Until then, I’ll settle for this to-die-for Kindle case from Page the Shop adorned with bows.
Checkerboard print is so simple yet so chic. This case features a magnetic closure and has the option to add a built in strap for your hands.
Fun grips and charms to functionally decorate your Kindle
I find having a phone grip on my Kindle makes for a much more comfortable reading experience. If you’re brave you can stick it right on your Kindle, but I like to stick mine on my clear case. As for Kindle charms, they act as a dust plug so the charging port doesn’t get dirty while adding a cute embellishment to your already decorated Kindle.
While there are so many phone grips to choose from, I like the classy look of these boho rattan wicker grips that’ll stand out against the decorated look on the back of your Kindle.
This simple grip offers a pop of color that can coordinate with the rest of your Kindle accessories.
5 colors available
This elegant phone grip has real pressed flowers inside, giving it an extra touch of grace and sophistication on the outside of your Kindle–even if what you’re reading on is anything but…
6 colors available
If you don’t like the idea of using a phone grip to hold your Kindle, then you may find a hand strap more comfortable. This one allows you to slip your hand into the strap for easy holding, or even props the Kindle up for hands-free reading.
28 colors available
Say good-bye to the days of trying to clean out your charging port with a q-tip or some compressed air. This dust plug doubles as a cute decoration and keeps your charging port safe and clean at all times.
Look, I’ll jump at any excuse to decorate my Kindle more than it already is. This cherry Kindle charm reminds me of the charm necklace trend going on right now, and I’m here for it.
Cases for taking your Kindle with you wherever you go
If you’re a reader-on-the-go, you’ll need a little extra protection for your kindle and accessories. A sleeve or a bag makes traveling with your Kindle easy while keeping it safe and clean.
Because I have a Kindle that has a phone grip on it, I need something that is roomy enough to fit it. This sleeve is big enough to fit all Kindle versions, including Kindle Oasis, and comes in 18 different colors and designs.
18 colors available
This sleeve case is slimmer, chic, and won’t be as bulky in your bag. It comes in four colors with a suede surface and a magnetic closure. This case fits all Kindle sizes up to 6.8 inches (Paperwhite), and you can get a similar sleeve for the Oasis here—all offered in the same colors!
4 colors available
We love our Lululemon belt bags as much as the next girl, but they aren’t exactly big enough to fit our Kindles or even a paperback. This belt bag perfectly fits a normal-sized paperback novel and also has a slip for your Kindle when you’re on the go.
6 colors available
If you want even more options and designs for a sleeve case, I highly recommend taking a browse over on Etsy. This embossed blue floral design with a wooden button detail is stunning.
Accessories to take your bedtime reading to the next level
Are you the kind of person who loves to read in bed? Then this is the setup for you. Place a tablet stand holder near your bedside and clip your Kindle in place. To make it truly hands-free, you’ll also need a remote control so you can turn the page without leaving the comfort of your blanket. This will create the ultimate cozy experience.
Place this tablet holder at your bedside or your reading nook and angle it towards your face so you can read in complete coziness. You can easily move this stand from room to room to take your reading with you throughout the house.
When readers caught wind of this little device it sold out within seconds. This remote setup combined with your bedside tablet holder will allow you to turn the page without moving your arms out from underneath the covers.
If you don’t want to do the whole “laying down and reading” thing, this lap pillow that holds your Kindle is the next best option. I know, it looks a bit silly, but it’s actually a really useful gadget that you’ll find yourself using over and over. Plus, there’s a section for your snacks!
This tablet stand can hold your Kindle while you sit and read so you can go hands-free. It’s adjustable and also folds in on itself so you can store it easily when not in use.
5 colors available
Kiersten Hickman, Contributing Entertainment Writer
Kiersten Hickman is a freelance journalist and content strategist, covering a variety of topics in the food, health, and lifestyle categories. Her work has been published by Reader’s Digest, Taste of Home, Clean Plates, EatingWell, Eat This, Not That!, Bustle, Stacker, and more. She also writes Forkful, a weekly essay on Substack debunking diet culture myths, and is in the process of publishing her first novel.