Dunes Cream & Ivory Decorative Books
Soft, sandy neutrals that make any shelf look calm and finished.
From $39.99 · 1 ft $69.99
The Storm palette
Black, charcoal, slate and graphite spines.
Storm · Black & Charcoal
Storm: Black & Charcoal Decorative Books
Moody, graphic darks for modern and dramatic shelves.
- Free shipping · continental U.S.
- 90-day returns
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- Free shipping · continental U.S. and D.C.
- 90-day returns · no restocking fee
- Good used condition · titles vary
- Ships from Virginia Beach, VA
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Common setups
| Setup (styled, ~60% full) | Feet | Lots | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 30-in. shelf | 2 ft | 1 × 2 ft | $129.99 |
| Five-shelf 30-in. bookcase | 8 ft | 4 × 2 ft | $519.96 |
| Pair of 36-in. built-ins, 5 shelves each | 18 ft | 9 × 2 ft | $1169.91 |
| Staged bookcase, 5 × 30 in. (half full) | 7 ft | 3 × 2 ft + 1 × 1 ft | $459.96 |
Mantel, coffee table or console? A five-book stack ($39.99) is usually enough.
About Storm
Storm is the color of the sky just before the rain: charcoal, slate and deep black, dramatic and calm at once. These real hardcover books are sorted to black and charcoal spines, from soft charcoal to deep black. On white or light wood shelves they create a strong, graphic line that feels modern and intentional. Mixed with cream, they give you a sharp black-and-white look that photographs beautifully and holds its own behind you on a video call. A few on the bottom shelf ground any bookcase. Choose a five-book shelf stack for a coffee table topped with brass or marble, or a foot or two for shelves. Titles vary. Good used condition: clean and intact, with light shelf wear possible. Ships free to the continental U.S.
- Graphic, modern contrast on white or light shelves
- Grounds lower shelves and balances light rooms
- Pairs perfectly with cream for a crisp black-and-white look
- Looks sharp and professional in offices and on video calls
- A neutral that works with brass, marble and iron
Ideal for: Modern and minimalist rooms, home offices, new builds, and black-and-white palettes.
Sizes & details
- Shelf stack
- 5 books, about 6–9 in. when stacked flat · $39.99
- 1 foot
- About 12 in. of shelf, usually 10–12 books · $69.99
- 2 feet
- About 24 in. of shelf, usually 20–24 books · $129.99
- Palette
- Black, charcoal, slate and graphite spines.
- Titles
- Vary. Books are sorted by spine color.
- Condition
- Good used condition: clean and intact, with light shelf wear possible.
- Shipping
- Free. We ship to the continental U.S. and D.C. only. We can’t ship to Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. territories, APO/FPO or international addresses. You’ll get an email with tracking when your order ships.
- Returns
- 90-day returns: the buyer pays return shipping, there’s no restocking fee, and sales tax is refunded along with the purchase price. Return policy
Questions about Storm
Is it all solid black?
Spines range from black to charcoal and dark slate, which keeps a long run from looking flat.
Won't black books make a room feel dark?
Not in small doses. Use them on lower shelves or as stacks, and balance them with cream above.
What objects look good with Storm?
Brass, white ceramic, marble, clear glass and a green plant.
Will I get the books in the photo?
Representative photo. Your books will match the color palette shown. Titles vary.
How does shipping work?
Shipping is free and included in the price. We ship to the continental U.S. and D.C. only. We can’t ship to Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. territories, APO/FPO or international addresses. You’ll get an email with tracking when your order ships.
What condition are the books in?
Good used condition: clean and intact, with light shelf wear possible.
Can I return them?
Yes. 90-day returns: the buyer pays return shipping, there’s no restocking fee, and sales tax is refunded along with the purchase price.
Mix and match
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From $39.99 · 1 ft $69.99
Styling ideas
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