Dress up as your favorite book character for Halloween and have a Happy Bookish Halloween (or World Book Day)! How about one of these book character costume ideas from the favorite children's picture books, chapter books, middle grade books, and some YA books?

Whether you're getting ready for Halloween or attending a literary-themed event, we've got you covered with some easy book character costumes. Not to worry if your skills don't include makeup artistry or sewing — you can assemble most of these costumes from things you already have at home.

Discover easy and creative literary costumes for adults. Get inspired by DIY ideas to recreate iconic book character looks.

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