Book boards are reading lists in disguise, so the best names tell you what kind of book is inside: "Fantasy Books", "Book Club Picks", "Books to Read This Year". Readers search by genre and mood.
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Plain, searchable phrases. Use these for boards you want people to find.
Aesthetic board names (14)
Mood and style names for inspiration boards. Readable, but less likely to be searched.
Cute and funny board names (12)
Playful names for personal or secret boards.
How to choose a books board name
Bookish Pinterest also loves aesthetics, reading nooks and quotes, which is where the poetic and funny names come in. Use them for mood boards and keep genre boards plainly named.
Make a board per genre you read or review, plus a To Be Read board with a fun name. Authors should create boards that describe their genre and tropes, so readers who search for those find the author alongside similar books.
Example: setting up a Fantasy Books board
Board name
Fantasy Books (13/50)
Board description
Fantasy book recommendations for every kind of reader: epic series, cozy fantasy, romantasy and standalones, plus books to read next if you loved a favorite.
Board sections
Epic Fantasy
Cozy Fantasy
Romantasy
Standalones
Series
Read Next
Whichever name you pick, write a one or two sentence board description that repeats the main phrase naturally, and add a
few board sections if the board covers several sub topics. For more options built from your own keyword, try the
Pinterest board name generator, then design pins for the board in the
free pin maker.
Books board name FAQ
How should an author name boards?
By genre, trope and mood, such as Cozy Mystery Books or Slow Burn Romance, plus a board for each of your books or series. Readers search for the type of book before they know your name.
Is a TBR board worth making?
Yes, it is popular and personal. A fun name like TBR Pile of Shame works well because it is a board for you and your followers.
Should book quotes have their own board?
Yes. Book Quotes is a searched phrase and keeps quote pins from crowding your reading lists.