Ancient Eye Starship DIY Book Nook Kit 9 in by Wizardi F07M5-50-PT01

A multi-level starship interior in cool blue, green and purple light: metal catwalks, control panels and glowing screens stack up around a stairwell, and at the centre hangs a huge bio-mechanical eye ringed with tentacles that can turn a full 360 degrees, while a lone explorer stands at the bottom looking up. The side panel shows a swirling cosmic scene, and a removable dust sheet keeps the build clean.

A little crafter's folklore: star sailors say some eyes in deep space have watched since before the stars were lit, and miniaturists like to turn the eye to face whoever walks into the room.

Why this kit: if you love sci-fi and cosmic horror, this nook has a dramatic moving centrepiece and a moody glow, a 224 piece build with a touch switch.

In the box: laser-cut wooden sheets for the book nook case and the multi-level scene, printed figures, signs and side-panel artwork, tiny props, an LED light with a touch switch and battery box, and an illustrated instruction manual. Not included: batteries, glue and small tools such as tweezers.

Part of the Wizardi storybook book nook series in the same tall upright case, made to stand between your books like a lit volume of its own, so shops, homes and fantasy rooms line up on one shelf. Build tip: build the scene floor by floor from the bottom up, route the light wire as you go and test the touch switch before closing the side panels, then add the roof details last. Pair it with the Starship Engine Room and Radar Ridge Base book nooks.

Size: 11 x 18 x 23 cm (4.3 x 7.1 x 9.1 in), 224 pieces. A statement bookshelf insert that glows between your books at night, and a memorable gift for readers. Recommended for ages 14 and up.