{"product_id":"william-castle-diy-book-nook-kit","title":"William Castle DIY Book Nook Kit | AnalogMaker","description":"\u003cp\u003eStone arches, torchlight and a staircase disappearing into the keep — \u003cstrong\u003eWilliam Castle\u003c\/strong\u003e is the most architectural build in the range, and the widest at 29 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinished size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 29 × 18.5 × 11 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFour versions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWith Music and Cover\u003c\/strong\u003e — music box plus acrylic dust cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWith Dust Cover\u003c\/strong\u003e — keeps the finished build clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWith Music Box\u003c\/strong\u003e — adds a wind-up movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOnly Book Nook\u003c\/strong\u003e — the standard kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a DIY book nook kit, not a finished model. Inside the box you get pre-cut wooden pieces, the printed step-by-step manual, the LED light set and a dust cover — everything except glue and batteries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBefore you start\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlue, batteries and tools are not included\u003c\/strong\u003e — they can't be shipped by air, so buy them locally before you start.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended for ages 14+; the pieces are small.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear a table you can leave set up for a few evenings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it fit on my bookshelf?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — it's sized to slide between standard hardbacks. Leave a little clearance at the back for the light cable and dust cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it take?\u003c\/strong\u003e Plan on a few evenings — roughly 6–12 hours depending on how fussy you are with the details. Many builders split it across a weekend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it come with lights?\u003c\/strong\u003e No built-in lighting in this kit. If you want it lit, a short battery LED strip fits neatly behind the finished build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big is it when finished?\u003c\/strong\u003e The finished William Castle measures about 29 × 18.5 × 11 cm — check it against your shelf before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need glue, batteries or tools?\u003c\/strong\u003e Glue and batteries aren't included because they can't be shipped by air. You'll want craft glue (or wood glue) and no batteries for this model. A small craft knife and tweezers help with the finer pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it beginner friendly?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, if you can follow an illustrated manual. It's a satisfying step up from the smallest kits: more pieces, more detail, but no special skills or tools needed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AnalogMaker","offers":[{"title":"With Music and Cover","offer_id":52534895706414,"sku":"1005012112157390-With Music and Cover","price":153.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"With Dust Cover","offer_id":52534895739182,"sku":"1005012112157390-With Dust Cover","price":144.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"With Music Box","offer_id":52534895771950,"sku":"1005012112157390-With Music Box","price":133.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Only Book Nook","offer_id":52534895804718,"sku":"1005012112157390-Only Book Nook","price":123.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/5512\/9134\/files\/S4b64d50d32874c05a9644292a70e6adfN.webp?v=1788268345","url":"https:\/\/analogmaker.com\/products\/william-castle-diy-book-nook-kit","provider":"AnalogMaker","version":"1.0","type":"link"}