Abstract: A device, that is collapsible and portable, for the holding and viewing of books and other matter in an upright reading position on a horizontal surface. It is comprised of a main book support (10), a proportionally shorter support member (12), and a book rest (14). Two tabs (16a&b), on the book rest (14), hold a book or other matter against the main book support (10). The device is hinged (18 and 20) in such a manner that the support member (12) and the book rest (14) can only extend to a predetermined degree relative to the main book support (10). In the closed position, they rest snug against the main book support (10) and the return (30) on their respective sides, creating a compact unit for easy storage or transport.