So, chances are I will not be getting a room solely for the keeping of books. This is a great little compromise- the reading nook. Walls are lined with books, a drape keeps the little divan in privacy... It's very nice.

Another alternative:
They made a tent in their house! I don't know why I am so crazy about tents right now, but look how cozy! And Dave, you could pretend that we're camping! And I could pretend we are on an African safari surrounded by the comforts of civilization.