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   bilyo | Jul 24, 2023 05:08pm | #1

   That looks like a fun project. I like the series of individual "V" shaped shelves. You could make them all the same so that you can move them around the mounting board in a variety of patterns. Make the "V" using either dovetails or box joint for strength. Then hang them using metal key slots like these mounted on the back edge at the upper ends of the "V" arms:
   https://www.rockler.com/keyhole-fitting-single-5-8-x-1-21-32-2-per-pack
   Hang them on removable screws carefully located to maintain the modularity.

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   user-7971848 | Jul 24, 2023 05:24pm | #2

   That is an interesting idea - modular. I had thought to build one 'piece' but also like your ideas. Thnx bilyo

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   jbailey | Jul 25, 2023 10:14am | #3

   FWW has a very nice Arts and Crafts Book Rack https://www.finewoodworking.com/digital-plans-library/arts-crafts-book-rack-plan

   I just built one for myself in quartersawn white oak and am enjoying filling it up with great books!

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   user-7971848 | Jul 25, 2023 11:38am | #4

   Thank you for that resource and the related links. I am very appreciative.

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   bergenfurniture | Jul 27, 2023 06:02am | #5

   For the walnut wood at 6 inches deep and 1.25 inches thick, several joinery options are available. Consider techniques like dovetail joints, mortise and tenon joints, finger joints, or box joints. Each offers unique aesthetics and strength. As a hobbyist, start with simpler techniques like butt joints or pocket hole joinery, then progress to more advanced methods as your skills grow. Remember to practice on scrap wood before working on your main project to refine your techniques and achieve the desired results.

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   user-7971848 | Jul 27, 2023 09:43am | #6

   Thank you for your thoughtful reply. The joint that brings two shelves onto the longer shelf is tricky for me. Looking for suggestions…