# Literature Tattoos These Tattoos Inspired by Childhood Books are Imaginative and Poignant By Meghan Young | Published 2014-07-08 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tattoos-inspired-by-childhood-books References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2014/07/07/50-Great-Tattoos-Inspired-by-Childrens-Books/) & [buzzfeed](http://www.buzzfeed.com/alannaokun/incredible-tattoos-inspired-by-books-from-childhood) Buzzfeed has rounded up an impressive list of tattoos inspired by childhood books, which will surely inspire people to pay tribute to their own literature influences in an artistically permanent way. From 'Where's Waldo' and 'Peter Rabbit' to 'Lord of the Rings' and 'The Little Prince,' there is no end to such imaginative and even educational inspiration. Found mostly on [Instagram](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omaha-steak), these tattoos inspired by childhood books are executed incredibly well. Whether the images were taken straight from the illustrations of a [children's book](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinyherostories) or tweaked to better fit a person's body or style preference, they are all surprisingly unique. Buzzfeed begins the post with a quote, “Of course it is happening inside your head, but why on earth should that mean it is not real?” ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 95% | Activity: 77% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Literature-inspired Tattoos:** The popularity of tattoos inspired by childhood books represents an opportunity for tattoo shops and bookstores to collaborate in marketing and selling products. - **Social Media Trending of Tattoo Art:** Social media platforms like Instagram are becoming influential in showcasing tattoo art, which could also be leveraged by independent tattoo artists for business marketing. - **Personal Expression as a Marketing Strategy:** Brands can explore offering custom and personalization services that allow customers to incorporate their unique preferences and interests into products, similar to the way tattoos represent personal expression. ### Where This Applies - **Tattoo Shops:** Tattoo shops can collaborate with bookstores in marketing and selling their literature-inspired tattoo designs. - **Bookstores:** Bookstores can sell literature-inspired tattoo designs and literature-themed products to book lovers. - **Branding and Marketing Services:** Brands can offer customization services that appeal to customers' individualistic tendencies, similar to the customization of tattoos, to create more connected and loyal consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Book-Themed Plush Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/punchkins-book-plushies.md) - [Detailed Ceramic Book Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biblio-bloom.md) - [Book-Themed Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/booksy.md) - [BookTok Travel Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ef-ultimate-break-1.md) - [Children's Story-Inspired Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/western-academy.md) - [Literature-Inspired Packaging Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/good-to-read.md) - [Interactive Tattoo Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inkstory.md) - [Unique Book-Inspired Fans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/book-shaped-fans.md) - [Novel-Inspired Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/book-wallets.md)