Reading Rockers

Upright support for long chapters. Classic and modern rocking chairs made for the reading corner, the bedroom window and the spot by the fireplace.

A supportive back, padded arms and cushions that stay plush. Solid rubberwood, beech or natural wood runners give an even, quiet rock. Pick a soft bouclé, a warm chenille, ribbed corduroy or tufted velvet to suit the room.

  • High backs that support the neck and shoulders
  • Solid wood runners and non-slip pads
  • Mid-century, Scandinavian and wingback shapes
  • Free shipping to the contiguous US
Reading rocker in a bright reading corner

Buying guide

How to choose an upholstered rocking chair for reading

Size, seat height and back height

A reading chair gets used for hours, so fit matters more than anything. The narrowest models here are The Weaver at 22.4 inches wide and The Alder at 23.6 inches. At the other end, The Moonbeam papasan spans 43.7 inches and The Cabana 39.4 inches.

Seat height changes how a chair feels. The Nook sits low at 13.8 inches and The Dune at 15 inches, good for curling up. The Bramble sits at 20.5 inches, so it is easier to stand up from. The Crescent is a floor rocker, only 15 inches tall overall.

Upright support or lounging

If you read sitting up, look for a tall or winged back. The Poppy is a tufted velvet wingback, 38.6 inches tall. The Winslow is a high-back boucle wingback. The Weaver stands 47.2 inches, the tallest chair in this collection. For more on posture, read the best rocking chair for back support.

If you like to tuck your legs in, go low and wide. The Dune is a low lounge rocker, and The Marlow stands just 28.3 inches tall. The Truffle is a tufted shell rocker 33.5 inches wide, and like The Nook it comes with an optional ottoman. The Bramble is an XXL lounge rocker that reclines and includes an ottoman.

Fabrics and frames

This collection covers most upholstery types:

  • Boucle: The Winslow, The Alder, The Mochi
  • Velvet: The Poppy, in seven colors
  • Chenille: The Ember, The Honey
  • Corduroy: The Dune, The Marlow, The Wisp, The Moonbeam
  • Linen: The Linnea
  • Rattan: The Weaver, The Lagoon, The Cabana

Wood and frames vary by model. The Poppy and The Alder use rubberwood, The Saffron and The Linnea use beechwood, The Marlow sits on a solid wood base and The Dune has a metal frame. If you want covers you can take off, The Bramble has removable covers and The Cabana has a washable cover.

Matching a chair to your corner

For a study or library look, pick The Poppy. For a small apartment, The Alder or The Weaver take little floor space. If you switch between reading upright and leaning back, The Linnea is a 2-in-1 linen rocker with an adjustable back. For a bedroom, look at The Mochi, a boucle cloud rocker, The Cloudberry, a padded lounge rocker, or The Moonbeam papasan. For a nap spot on the floor, The Crescent is 47.2 inches long. For a deeper recline, browse our recliner rockers.

Planning the rest of the space? See our cozy reading nook ideas, and for tight rooms, the best rocking chairs for small spaces.

Common questions

What is the most comfortable rocking chair for reading?

It depends on how you sit. For upright reading, a tall or winged back like The Poppy, The Winslow or The Weaver gives the most support. For curling up, a low, wide seat like The Dune or The Truffle works better.

Which reading rockers fit a small space?

The Weaver is 22.4 inches wide, The Alder 23.6 inches, and The Poppy and The Winslow 24 inches each. They are the narrowest chairs in this collection.

Do any of these chairs come with an ottoman?

The Bramble and The Lagoon come with an ottoman. The Nook and The Truffle offer one as an option, and The Frost comes with a footrest.

What is boucle, and which chairs use it?

Boucle is a fabric woven from looped yarn, which gives it a soft, nubby texture. In this collection you will find it on The Winslow, The Alder and The Mochi.

Can I use a reading rocker outdoors?

The Cabana and The Lagoon are rattan rockers made for indoor and outdoor use. For more outdoor options, see our porch and patio rockers.

How long does shipping take?

Shipping is free to the contiguous US and delivery takes 9 to 21 business days. Most chairs need light assembly.

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