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Book light

Mom2Dogs — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 19:54:24 GMT

I am in need of a book light. My bedroom is dark on a sunny day and especially bad in the evening....even with the lights on!

Can someone make a reommedation for me? Thanks

Re: Book light

Mz iMac — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 19:55:36 GMT

Amazon

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Mom2Dogs — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 19:59:23 GMT

@Mz iMac Yes, I looked on Amazon!! I am sure some lights are better than others...that is why I am asking for recommedations.

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Mz iMac — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 20:05:24 GMT

@Mom2Dogs Wellin that case, what type of light are you looking for? What's great for me may not be what you would like.

I like bright light for reading. Some like soft white. Some like dim. Some perfer white light while others perfer yellow.

Read the reviews for the light type you are interested in. Especially the YouTube reviews because you can see/view the lights in action w/real reviewers.

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Mz iMac — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 20:18:23 GMT

@Mom2Dogs I purchased this type of reading lamp from Amazon 5 years ago.........

Dimunt Floor Lamp LED Floor Lamps for Living Room Bright Lighting, 27W/2000LM Main Light and 7W/350LM Side Reading Lamp, Adjustable 3 Colors Tall Lamp with Remote & Touch Control

HTH

~~I killed 3 birds w/1 stone w/this lamp. I also put it on a timer.~~

Re: Book light

Tinkrbl44 — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 20:19:22 GMT

I read lying down in bed, so I have found I need two lights on my nightstand.

One is the regular bedroom nightstand lamp type of fixture.

The other is what was called a desk light. It has a small, round, heavy base with a stem that swivels.

The actual light is a small ball that also swivels to aim the light wherever you want it.

Often, I've turned off the lamp and am just using the spotlight. It took me forever to get just the right lamp, but this is perfect for me.

I think it's important to consider your favorite position while reading. Some read sitting up. I read lying down, sideways, with the book propped up on a pillow.

HTH

Re: Book light

Desertdi — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 20:54:13 GMT

Headboard clamp-on light

Re: Book light

Tinkrbl44 — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 22:00:16 GMT

@Desertdi wrote:
Headboard clamp-on light

@Desertdi @Mom2Dogs

This pic just made me think .... a lot of small lamps are now rechargeable, which is a very handy feature.

Re: Book light

chessylady — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 22:12:05 GMT

I bought the type of booklight that is horseshoe shaped with two led lights with adjustible brightness. The brand is Glocusent. It is flexable and includes a charging cord. I think it works well. I use it for reading in bed but my sister-in-law uses hers for needlework as well. You wear it around your neck.

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Winkk — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 22:42:32 GMT

This a book light you attach to your book. I have this and love it. It's rechargeable, bends in all directions and has three light settings. I use it a lot.

Re: Book light

Mom2Dogs — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 01:41:33 GMT

I am looking for a light that attaches to the book...in case I want to read in bed and my husband is asleep and also because room lighting is bad.

I will read thru the replies to see what is recommended, thanks.

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Mom2Dogs — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 01:43:38 GMT

@Desertdi My head board is a antique with thick wood and pretty tall, I like the concept but I don't think that style will work.

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Tinkrbl44 — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 02:56:51 GMT

@Mom2Dogs wrote:
I am looking for a light that attaches to the book...in case I want to read in bed and my husband is asleep and also because room lighting is bad.

I will read thru the replies to see what is recommended, thanks.

@Mom2Dogs

I bought one and returned it. It works fine if you're holding a hardcover book, but with a paperback, it isn't as secure.

Whenever possible, I prefer to read paperback books because I have arthritis in my wrists.

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Sooner — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 03:10:19 GMT

Not for everyone I understand, but my Kindle has a dark mode works that great. I can read in bed and not bother my husband. You can also make the words/light warmer which is better at night.

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qualitygal — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:36:37 GMT

On Amazon, I got a piece that fits my neck (1/2 horseshoe shape) to help me see in early dark mornings to crochet. Two strengths of the lights you click on and off. It comes with a plug in to recharge. I use it a lot. Try them, in the sewing sections. Maybe even at Michael's or on Amazon. If I happen to find the name, I'll be back to add it.

LED neck reading light, there's others. About $20. There's a Glocusent book light too. Same price on Amazon. Wonder if Barnes and Noble carry those???

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CalminHeart — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:00:34 GMT

I keep a lamp with a 60w or 75w bulb on the bedstand.

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lynnie61 — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:41:00 GMT

@Mom2Dogs I've tried the ones that attach to the book. Didn't work well with paperbacks. I just received a Gritin LED neck light from Amazon. 12.99 and it's U shaped and feels light. I really like it. Actually, I just ordered another one for a gift.