Organize Your Bookshelves

I have a problem with books. And magazines. And any other reading material.

One set of shelves in my office (I have 2 sets) is devoted to books and magazines. I bet you’ve got some bookshelves, as well, so today is the day when I want you to clean them up.

Pare down your books to industry-only. Fiction and Harlequin Romances go back to the living areas of your home. They don’t belong here.

I have devoted about 1.5 shelves to my books. The middle shelf also holds a basket. This is my basket where I stash things that don’t belong in my office, like tools and cups and other items from the kitchen that have a habit of wandering into my office. I referred to this basket as “special box #3” in THIS ARTICLE.

The top shelf is for magazines. This is where I need help. I had hundreds of magazines before this purge. Almost 5 years’ worth. After careful consideration, I am keeping all of the issues of the PPA Magazine, Studio Photography and Photoshop User. The other ones are being donated – and I’ve already found a willing victim…uh, I mean person who wishes to receive this valuable resource. 🙂

I have decided that once the top shelf gets full of magazines, that another purge should happen, but under no circumstances should the magazines be stored anywhere else – I need to keep my magazine problem under control.

So, today’s job is to clear out your bookshelves and get them organized. Go!