It's been seven years since I got my first tattoo, but every time I see book-themed tattoos online, on Instagram, or on another person, I feel the itch to get inked again. I had always known what I wanted for my first tattoo, and I even made the…

There are certain books that really get under your skin, and these book-lovers decided to literally do something about it. Some are subtle, just simple images or short phrases that only someone else who has read the book would recognize; others are hard to mistake, with their iconic characters and symbols prominently featured.

If you’re ready to take that next step with proclaiming your love for literature, check out these beautiful book tattoos. They're beyond imagination.

My book inspired tatoo... made with the help of a lot of pinterest inspiration! !! #bookworm #geek #freedom #magic #watercolor

While some folks argued that tattoos are a personal choice and the only meaning that matters is that of the individual, others couldn't help but say that certain designs have become overdone.