Hardcover or soft? Leather or cloth? Spiral-bound or sewn? Are the pages gridded? Are they a comfortable writing size? Do they tear out easily? Whether you use your notebook mainly for jotting, ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Melanie Pinola and Wirecutter Staff A notebook is more than just a practical ...

I’ve been through dozens and dozens of notebooks in my lifetime—starting with my first summer camp journal at age eight, when my deepest thoughts were mostly about friendship drama and our trip day to ...

For me, notebooks are a lifeline. I'm a writer who dreads writing (that's how you know I'm committed), and putting pen to paper has dulled much of the pain that comes from exposing my inner world. I'm ...

With a master's degree in education and years of teaching under my belt, I've seen my fair share of notebooks. Some students, school districts, and colleges have made the switch away from paper and ...