March 9, 2026

Quiet Corner - Book Display

Hey everyone!

I wanted to finish this set earlier but these last few days were really hard for me, it took a lot to work on this set and complete it.

Sorry, if I won't be that animated in this post, despite that I'm still excited to share this set because I worked a lot on it, especially on the book covers.

This part of the Quiet Corner Collection focused finally on the books and showcasing them in the shop. I wanted to create bookshelves, displays and a lots of books. As you may saw my posts on Patreon I tried to as many book covers as I could. They took a lot of time so I couldn't do everyone's suggestion but thank you for everyone who sent one. I handpainted all of them in small resolution so in general one cover took about 10 minutes.

Sidenote: I don't know if you like it, I have access to a new feature on Patreon called Quips and I used that to post the latest updates. I think it doesn't send out notification emails and it's more like a quick post. Also it doesn't show up in my post feed so maybe it won't clutter up the posts section and hide the download posts. Let me know which one you prefer, if I write the WIPs in full, long posts (with email notification) or this new Quips (which I think only show up in the app, but I'm not sure about that, I can only write one from the app.) I thought I could combine, and post Quips daily-ish, and the usual WIP posts once a week where I detail everything.

About the collection:
The bookshelf is modular and can be placed next to each other seamlessly. I made some cabinets which snap to the wall and you can either build up a unit with them or put them above the bookshelf. They are 1 tile high so for medium wall you can place bookshelf+1 cabinet for tall bookshelf+2 cabinets. I was really inspired by the bookshelves in Livraria Lello in Porto, but I simplifed and changed the design so it fits to the style I was going for with my bookshop.

Both the bookshelf and the display shelf has a slot for a book genre sign, you can snap it on them and change the swatch.

I made the display shelf and the round display Businesses&Hobbies compatible so you can sell things from them. A slight disadvantage that you can't decorate them if you enable the sales because sims will buy the deco things as well. But on the display shelf you can put the in-game books and sell them (some of them have that thing when you put them somewhere they magically have a bookstand under them), and I plan to do some functional, readable books (hopefully) to have some trendy books in the game, and I'll use your earlier suggestions for that.

That's all. I hope you like this set, and I hope I can continue with the next part that I plan to be the last for this collection. Right now I'm a little overwhelmed and I have a hard time finding my motivation.

I just want to say, if you're here and keep supporting me by either subscribing or just following me, I am really grateful and I never once took it for granted. I respect everyone's opinion if they come with the same respect but I won’t respond to any hateful comments directed at me. I'll keep doing my Patreon as before, I won't post less, actually as I said in an earlier post, I want to post more often.

The Set Includes

  • Bookcase

  • Display Shelf

  • Round Display

  • Book Cabinets (2 versions)

  • Chalkboard

  • Books (2 version)

  • Book Stand

  • Book Genre Sign

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Comments (45)

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dude · April 16, 2026

hey! are you going to release it publicly or?...

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VALIA · April 16, 2026

I did, I forgot to update the text here for the link but it's been up for free since the 9th of April.

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subwayrat.studio · April 9, 2026

im excited!!

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Kat Frings · April 1, 2026

love love love this set! what are the different genres? ive tried to translate them but im stuck on a couple

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VALIA · April 16, 2026

I'm not at my computer now to check all of them but there's mystery, horror, non-fiction, romance, children, fantasy, classics.

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SiimplyJessica · March 30, 2026

Not the Twilight and Hunger Games!! ^.^ 🤣

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Jessie Blue · March 20, 2026

I love it!

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Marie-Ève F. · March 19, 2026

It's so BEAUTIFUL, very amazing !!

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makitelle · March 19, 2026

omg this is amazing

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I kinda forGoT · March 18, 2026

I don't play sims 4 anymore, but had to comment. This looks so good!!

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Honey Plum · March 12, 2026

As someone who likes to see updates, but not a lot of emails, please keep quips, and weekly updates in main 🖤

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VALIA · March 12, 2026

Thank you for the feedback! I thought that would be the best scenario too.

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Stylish Sims Addicted · March 11, 2026

Wait honest question tho, is there any way to make an override of the maxis books with these ones? That would've been amazing!!

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VALIA · March 11, 2026

I found one Sims 4 Studio post about making functional books and not even overrides. I haven't tested it yet but I really hopeful I can make some! I'm adding Acotar to that list.

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Stylish Sims Addicted · March 11, 2026

Only missing ACOTAR otherwise you nailed in all my favorites! Can't wait to use these!!

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Alba Gomez · March 10, 2026

Hope you are doing fine and take all the time you need🧡 You are one of the best creators in the community! Thank u for all the amazing work you do, I fall in love with every single cc you create. Best wishes for you 🧡

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VALIA · March 12, 2026

Thank you so much for this lovely comment! I'm trying to focus more on the positive things and it helps me a lot to know how many people wrote something nice.

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Zylah Nuri · March 10, 2026

Oh my gosh all of the book references!! Heated Rivalry, Twilight, The Hunger Games, (Harry Potter or Percy Jackson, I can't tell lol), The Great Gatsby, Wuthering Heights, Tarot of Oxalia, Fourth Wing etc, etc. Seeing all the books I read when I was younger is so fun

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VALIA · March 12, 2026

Wow, you recognized so many of them! If I can add them as readable books (hopefully) for the next part, our sims can read them too!

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miasimxo · March 9, 2026

I can't get over this set, I love it so much! I hope you know you are so appreciated by this community 🩷

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VALIA · March 12, 2026

Thank you so much for you support! <3

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HoneyG · March 9, 2026

This is so beautiful! I can't wait to use this set in-game!

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VALIA · March 12, 2026

Thank you!

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Baer · March 9, 2026

These look wonderful. Love the harry potter covers. Have you been listening to the full cast audio editions on audible? ☺️

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VALIA · March 12, 2026

No, I haven't listened them. I prefer reading although I could do so many things while listening a book. I found these beatiful covers on Goodreads where it lists every cover a book has. I loved the design so much, I wanted to add these.

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Jroque · March 9, 2026

This set looks so good!! Please, please, take care of yourself. If u need a break take one. Your supporters will understand ❤️

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VALIA · March 12, 2026

Thank you! I really appreciate your concern. It feels heartwarming to be supported and helps me find my motivation again. <3

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QuantumPhasm · March 9, 2026

Please protect your mental health above all else. You are appreciated and people love your work.

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VALIA · March 12, 2026

Thank you! I'm really grateful for people like you, this is what helps me feel better.

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Katrine · March 9, 2026

Take all the time you need ❤️ You are one of my absolute favourite creators, and I appreciate your work so much

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VALIA · March 12, 2026

Thank you so much! I took this week off CC-wise and I'm glad I did because I feel much better thanks to all of you who left me something nice in the comments. Now I feel I slowly can get back to creating again with the same motivation.

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KLGFCG · March 9, 2026

I've been so excited for this installment of the Quiet Corner, and the fact that you included Heated Rivalry (my current emotional support show/book) is just the cherry on top. The book covers are all exquisite... the entire set is lovely. I can't wait to go build the bookstore of my dreams for my Sims. Thank you!!

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VALIA · March 12, 2026

Thank you! I couldn't leave out the world phenomenon :D I'll try to add it as a readable version too so our sims can enjoy it as well.

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SimsTheBeginning · March 9, 2026

As an old publisher, it’s so heartwarming to see your work and the beautiful covers—I think I’ve read them all. I will use it all in an upcoming build in my Sunday Series. I have a library, but could definitely use a bookshop. I’m actually planning to revisit the bookshop in my forever save—it’s already on YouTube and has been inspired by so much of your wonderful work.

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VALIA · March 12, 2026

Thank you! Can you share your Youtube handle? I would love to see your builds!

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Nasnookla · March 9, 2026

Valia! You sound a little down- I hope you know the majority of folks here LOVE your work and appreciate all of the care you put into your cc. Pls don’t get too lost in the negativity 🫶🏼 Beautiful set as always 💗 i always look forward to your posts :) Edit: the book genre sign is brilliant! Thank youuu

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VALIA · March 12, 2026

Thank you so much! It's insane how many people wrote something nice which helped me feel better. I appreciate everyone and this is why I like to do this. It was easy to forget for a little while because of the negativity.

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玉圆 · March 9, 2026

Thank you for your generous work<3

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Naharavensar · March 9, 2026

It looks awesome! You worked on so many covers.

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VALIA · March 12, 2026

Thank you! Yes, and I still don't feel there are enough. :D I wanted to do so many more but it's impossible if you draw each of them by hand.

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Niccola · March 9, 2026

The way I have kept checking for this set haha I can finally have a stunning bookshop! We appreciate all you do! Your work is amazing and it deserves to recognized. Sorry you're having a hard time, sending love.

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VALIA · March 12, 2026

Thank you so much! <3 I hope you enjoy them in your game! Thanks to you and all the nice people who left something kind in the comments I am feeling much better.

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k · March 9, 2026

Love this so much! I was wondering if it is possible to have the books as individuals in order to use them in a home library?

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VALIA · March 12, 2026

For the next set I'm trying to figure out a way to add most of them and new ones as readable books.

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Taylor’s Space · March 9, 2026

So excited!!