Complete List of Penguin Clothbound Classics

Note: an updated list, including a new printable, can be found here.

I love the clothbound editions of the Classics from Penguin. Aren’t they gorgeous? Slowly but surely, I’m collecting my own little library of these beautiful books, and have compiled a complete list of the 50 (plus one) titles to tick off as I acquire them.

Below the jump is my complete list, including publishing date. If you’d prefer to have a list of your own, you can download and print the list as an A4 sized PDF, or as printables for your personal sized Filofax (as I’m currently using).

In case you were wondering, the “plus one” I mentioned earlier is The Pearl, which was originally commissioned by the V&A Museum. All of the other 50 titles were commissioned by Penguin, and the whole set was designed by the talented Coralie Bickford-Smith.

The list also includes titles which have not yet been published, and is correct as of the date this post was published (August 2014).

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Amazon's Top 100 Books to Read in a Lifetime - Plus Free A4 and FilofaxPrintables

I love book lists. They offer me new and unexpected titles to look out for; books I might not otherwise read.

So when Amazon published a list of 100 Books to Read in a Lifetime, I couldn’t resist typing out the whole thing to keep in my bag; something I could refer to (and tick off) when browsing the bookshelves at my favourite haunts.

After the jump, you’ll find the complete list (in alphabetical order). If you prefer, simply download the A4 sized PDF printable.

I’ve also developed a printable for Personal sized Filofaxes (which I’m currently using). This is designed to be printed on both sides of A$ paper - download here.

Feel free to print, reblog and share! I love great literature and am slowly working my way through the list, finding some unexpectedly wonderful reads along the way. I hope you will enjoy it too.

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Free Reading Log Printable for Kids

What better way to encourage your children to read daily than providing them with a cute reading log?

I designed this “Woodland Hipster” themed reading log for my 9 year old daughter (who has a thing for cute woodland animals and moustaches!) using clipart by Clementine Digitals @ Etsy.com.

The log was designed to be printed on A4 paper in booklet format, and includes plenty of space for your children to write about their daily reading habits, plus space for reflection at the weekend. There’s an optional bookmark and pocket for the back page.

You will need:

• A4 sized paper and cardstock


• Scissors or a craft knife and ruler


• Glue


• (Optional) Corner punch

To print and assemble:

1. Download the free PDF


2. Print pages 1-2 on a single sheet of A4 cardstock (print on both sides). This will form the “cover” of your reading record.


3. Print pages 3-8 on both sides of A4 printer paper (the inner pages).


4. Fold the cover and sheets in half, and assemble. Staple together along the fold (or stitch if you prefer).


5. Finally, print page 9 on a single side of thin card stock (this is the sheet for the bookmark and inner pocket). Cut out the bookmark and (if desired) round corners with a corner punch.


6. Cut around the pocket, score along the flap lines and fold inwards. Use glue or double sided tape to stick the pocket inside the rear cover of your reading record.

Feel free to download, print and share with anyone you think might enjoy using a reading record!  I’m happy for you to share an image or two on your own website, but please direct people here to download the file (rather than hosting the PDF on your own site).

Download the Woodland Hipster Reading Log Here

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