An improved book holding device is disclosed that enables a user to carry a plurality of books as well as related articles such as electronic devices, calculators, cell phones, electronic organizers, PDAs, digital music players and the like. The apparatus features an "x" shaped sheeted material having elongated straps. One of the straps carries a larger pouch that has a length that is about equal to or greater than the half of the length of its strap. Smaller pouches can be provided for holding smaller articles.