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Apr 01, 2018 06:43PM
Do you use bookmarks or do you remember the page number? Maybe you earmark the page. Do you write, underline, or highlight in books? When you finish reading a book, does it still look new or used. Do you carry your book everywhere with you?
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Marking the Book. We now have small sticky tabs that are colored and are more transparent than opaque. I mostly read library books, so I cannot mark them. The urge to mark is strong, I use the tabs instead. Often I go back and scan-read the parts where the tabs are. Because I can read through them, my scan-reading is easily. I sometimes decide on quotes to record at that time.
Keeping my Place.
I often Goodreads Home page to keep track of where I am in a book. If I don't because I need to tend to something now, I usually grab paper scrap to mark or a sticky tab in a way that I will recognize as place I left off at.
Condition of Books.
If someone will tell me how they keep their paperbacks in good condition, please share. I have gotten much better, but still not quite good enough. tia
I either use a bookmark or remember the page number.Like Cynda mentioned, I used tabs if I want to remember something. If I own the book and I use it for reference or work then I will underline and/or tab the page. Books I read for leisure I seldom mark or tab.
Usually my books look nice but slightly worn. But, I also read on my kindle fire or get library books. The library books I try to keep in the same condition as when I got them.
I only carry my book with me if I know I will have time to read it or will likely be kept waiting somewhere. For paperbacks I find that when I carry them everywhere with me they get worn a lot faster, so now I just carry them with me if I know I can read at some point.
I use bookmarks. In a pinch, I *might* dog-ear, but I try not to. Years ago, it didn't bother me in the least to do so! I don't highlight or underline, but I've never really wanted to (except when I was a student and I did highlight in my textbooks).
I do try to keep my books looking brand new.
I rarely need them. I usually can remember around which page I stopped. Sometimes when I'm reading several books at a time I do have to slip in a bookmark, and any old piece of paper or thin cardboard will do. But I mostly use my Kindle nowadays, and that automatically picks up where you left off.
I use bookmarks. I used to dog ear books, but don't anymore.
Usually bookmarks, because I like them. Last year we had that lovely bookmark-swap arrangement in PBT and I regularly use the one I got :) We have so many new members - should we do it again? I've never dog-eared - unless a book gets munted while I'm carrying it around in my bag, or I fail to realise I have tomato on my fingers, they look pretty much the same after I've read them...
I do use bookmarks, my favorite one has penguins on it, although I am slowly becoming a fan of the little magnetic bookmarks! I don't carry my books with me because generally I only have time to read when I'm at home. I never highlight or write in books because I often lend them to others, so I do my best to keep them in good condition. They don't look well worn after I've read them, however you can tell they have been read by the tell-tale creases in the spine usually.
I dog ear. It feels intimate, personal, and easy. Like a book becomes an old friend. I carry the book I’m reading everywhere with me, and I keep important papers in it. Checks, receipts, an odd phone number, and the list for the day. Each night I empty the checks. And when the book is finished, I deal with the receipts.
I have never liked dog ears. I am a former library page (best high school and college job EVER) where I learned how to mend books, and saw the damage that was done to the inside and outside of books, and it broke my heart. For paperbacks, or any book really, I never leave it open face down for fear of the spine breaking. I also do not tend to hold with one hand, as this 1) can lead to broken spine at one end and 2) can be incredibly uncomfortable. As for what I use as a book mark - whatever is close. empty envelope, knitting yarn, and the random flyer from the mail.
Mostly my books don't show a lot of wear after I'm done with them. I either lay them face down on the back of the sofa (less stress on the spine) or put a bookmark in - or whatever piece of paper is handy. I always carry something to read with me - easily done these days as I have audible and kindle on my phone and I usually have a couple of books I'm reading in parallel.I don't like dog ears. Or manual annotations. I only feel the need to do so if I read in a difficult language or non-fiction. Even then I mostly use a separate notebook or lose piece of paper.
I have a large collection of bookmarks and I rotate through them. I always use a bookmark. I dislike dog ears. I don't normally write in books. I did for college but not now that I'm reading mostly for pleasure. My books are usually still in good shape by the time I've finished reading them though the ones I own might end up with a stain or two.
I use bookmarks. I never write in books. I keep a sheet of small notepaper in the book as well, to jot down notes or page numbers of special passages I might want to refer to for book club discussion, or when writing my review. I only read library books ... the books I buy are first editions that remain pristine on my shelves (I rarely buy books these days, however).
I always carry a book with me. I buy my handbag/tote so that it has an outside pocket perfect for most books. If I'm standing on line at the deli counter, or waiting to check out, or in the doctor's waiting room, I read. Even if it's just a few sentences ... That's my secret to how much I read.
All of the above! I admit that I am hard on books (they are well loved?) and so I will set them open side down on a table, fold down a corner, use a bookmark, or just remember the page. It just depends on my mood!
I am currently using my Royals bookmark that the lovely Anita gave me during one of our PBT games :)
I rarely write in books I read for fun, even if they are nonfiction, but I should take more notes. However, if I am reading for school then my textbooks are FULL of highlights and margin notes. No one is using those books after me. lol.
And, I used to ALWAYS have a book with me. And, I guess in a way I still do? I now always have headphones with me to listen to my latest audiobook and, if I am reading on my Kindle, then that book is always with me on my phone as well.
But, actual print books typically stay at home unless I know that I will have time that day to read. Which isn't often.
If I am reading a paperback that I own I will dog ear the page (don’t hate me!). I use bookmarks for books that are not mine. I generally read electronic books so it is automatically marked. I ALWAYS carry my ereader with me.
Jason wrote: "Do you use bookmarks or do you remember the page number? Maybe you earmark the page. Do you write, underline, or highlight in books? When you finish reading a book, does it still look new or used. ..."I so rarely read physical books now that I actually am in a quandry when it comes to marking the page. Fortunately, I do have some wonderful bookmarks that a PBT member made for me . . .so when I read physical books, I have something to use. E-readers are great in that they just start right up where you left off . . .and it is very easy to highlight. I wish it were easier to type in the margins . . .I think you can make notes, but I never do that.
I carry my e-reader EVERYWHERE. You never know when you'll have a few free minutes or need to wait for somebody or something.
Nicole R wrote: "All of the above! I admit that I am hard on books (they are well loved?) and so I will set them open side down on a table, fold down a corner, use a bookmark, or just remember the page. It just d..."
Oh, I love that you are using the Royals bookmark! Books and baseball . . .sigh, my favorites.
I usually use a receipt or the library hold paper as bookmarks. I do have a cool metal bicycle that is like a paper clip (looser though so no marks). I don’t mark or dog ear pages. In fact my books for the most part are pretty pristine, although they might get an occasional food stain and some cover wear.I always have a book with me, but now mostly kindle.
Bookmarks- Yes, definitely! Often a big post-it note, although I have a few cute bookmarks.
Write, Underline, Highlight- That depends on the situation. If it is a brand new book, probably not as I might pass the book along to someone else. An ARC, then sometimes. A used copy that isn't in a great condition, then sometimes. On my kindle I probably use the function too often, since it is a "digital" highlights and notes. Library books aren't an issue, as I usually borrow ebooks.
Book Condition- A book usually looks pretty much the same before and after I read it. I'm more careful with new books though. For Hbk, I usually remove the dust cover while reading. In the past, I worked in an archival department of a library, so mixing food & books still is a big no-no.
Book Portability- Sometimes I carry a book with me but I usually plan ahead for it. Otherwise, I have a few magazines I still subscribe to and those are good for reading on the go. If I still had to drive a long distance back and forth during the week, I'd more likely use an audiobook instead.
Write, Underline, Highlight- That depends on the situation. If it is a brand new book, probably not as I might pass the book along to someone else. An ARC, then sometimes. A used copy that isn't in a great condition, then sometimes. On my kindle I probably use the function too often, since it is a "digital" highlights and notes. Library books aren't an issue, as I usually borrow ebooks.
Book Condition- A book usually looks pretty much the same before and after I read it. I'm more careful with new books though. For Hbk, I usually remove the dust cover while reading. In the past, I worked in an archival department of a library, so mixing food & books still is a big no-no.
Book Portability- Sometimes I carry a book with me but I usually plan ahead for it. Otherwise, I have a few magazines I still subscribe to and those are good for reading on the go. If I still had to drive a long distance back and forth during the week, I'd more likely use an audiobook instead.
For physical books I own I use bookmarks. For library books I tend to use the library due date form if available (some libraries don't use them anymore) otherwise a bookmark. I have a stack of these because I often have more than one book going at once.Kindle books just hold my place.
As a retired librarian, any marks in books are anathema as is dog-earing. I haven't underlined or highlighted since college textbooks.
I used to always have a book with me and I still do when reading a mass market paperback or my kindle. However, I have taken to carrying a smaller handbag and hardcover and trade sized books no longer fit. Hence, another reason I have more than one book going at a time.
Condition of book remains pretty much the way I got it. I pass along books to book trading sites and library book sales in good shape.
I use bookmarks. I buy them as 'easy to pack' souvenirs when I travel, usually in museum bookstores. But bookmarks are becoming less available, so I buy art postcards which I try to match up to the book I'm reading. Of course, as most of my reading is going digital, I do this less often.I will highlight a paperback book if I own it. I also use post-its and slips of paper to make notes or mark quotes. I don't highlight or mark hardback books.
I'm a retired librarian so I bookmark. I have lots of them lying around the house but when I don't have one handy, I use any piece of paper there is around. I rarely buy a fiction book, only reference books. I wish I took notes, I rarely do, and I never mark the books unless I own them. I always mark my cookbooks with the date I made the dish and whether we liked it or not. Just in case I want to use the recipe again or perhaps someone will get it if I sell it or pass it on to someone.
I came across a cookbook for my kids recently and gave it to my son to use with his kids and it was funny to see the notes! My kids had marked their likes and dislikes at some of the recipes! Fun!
I never dog ear pages its one of my biggest pet peeves I don't highlight or underline in books either. When I was a student I remember making copies of the pages so I didn't have to write in the book. That said my books don't look unread when I finish them I think that's almost impossible with paper backs and as for the book mark I use whatever's within reach.
Barbara wrote: "I came across a cookbook for my kids recently and gave it to my son to use with his kids and it was funny to see the notes! My kids had marked their likes and dislikes at some of the recipes! Fun! "I love this!
I have several bookmarks that are loaded with bookdarts. Sort of like the the sticky tabs, but reusable for a lot more times each. I use the bookmark to mark my page, and bookdarts to mark where I would highlight or underline... And since I like to quote from my books in the reviews, having the bookdart mark my notes is imperative... and having that sliver of metal sticking out means I can go right to the relevant page, so it's better than underlining or highlighting.
I have no affiliation with the seller, but am just a huge fan. www.bookdarts.com.
SANDYE wrote: "I do use bookmarks, my favorite one has penguins on it, although I am slowly becoming a fan of the little magnetic bookmarks! "AGREED! The magnetic bookmarks have become my absolute favorite, and I almost solely these. The alternative is "whatever is nearby" as a bookmark. This is anything from tissues, to library check out recipes, toilet paper... you know whatever is around.
I also try and keep books in as pristine condition as possible- so NO DOG EARS EVER. Nor do I highlight, mark, anything. I do find it super fun when I get a library that has been marked though, it's like looking into another persons brain.
I always carry my nook with me. Mainly because I'll read it at the gym, but you never know when you'll be bored and have a spare 5 minutes.
Reading all your comments, I'm surprised to see more people don't highlight their books.After my mom took her own life, I read many fiction and non-fiction books about mother-loss, suicide, books with motherless characters, etc. Not surprisingly, I highlighted a ton. It was my therapy for a long time. Then I let my sister borrow one of the books and when she gave it back, she had used a pencil to underline some of things that hit her the most. After that, every time I had her read one of my books on that subject, she would do the same thing. Now I love that I have those, to go back and read through them sometimes, and to see how the same thing affected us both so differently and sometimes the same.
Another reason I like to highlight my books is because I don't have kids and so sometimes I think, what will be left of me when I'm gone? How will anyone know who I was and who will carry on my memory? I feel like highlighting the things that really touched me in my books, is one way of knowing me after I'm gone.
I always highlight my favorite quotes in the books I read that belong to me. At first if there's a favorite quote or passage, I'll just make a note of the page number. Then if there are at least 4 or 5 amazing passages, I'll decide I'm keeping the book and then I go back and highlight the passages. If there are less than 4, I jot down the passages in a book journal I have that has a section for "Favorite Book Passages".
I use bookmarks regularly because I collect them. Every time I travel somewhere new I get a bookmark from that place. And I always match or complement the bookmark to the book I'm reading. Oh and my highlighter always matches the book I'm reading too. :)
Tessa (FutureAuthor23) wrote: "Another reason I like to highlight my books is because I don't have kids and so sometimes I think, what will be left of me when I'm gone? How will anyone know who I was and who will carry on my memory? I feel like highlighting the things that really touched me in my books, is one way of knowing me after I'm gone."So sorry to hear about your mother, Tessa. What you said about highlighting really struck me. I don't do that myself, because I hate marking my books, but I never thought about it that way - that someone can learn something about you from what you leave behind in your books. You've given me food for thought.
Tessa, I am sorry about your mother, what a horrible situation to go through. But, what a lovely way that you and your sister grieved—and healed—together.
Sometimes I think what’s left of us from a book we’ve read are the reviews we write. What a special connection you have and share with your sister. Isn’t it amazing what a love of books can do between people, all of us as the best example. I too am sorry about your mom. We have to live our lives every day, fully, deeply, and connected. Sending love and light.
Tessa, sorry about your mom, but thanks for sharing how books and highlights helped you heal. I never highlight in books, but I do enjoy seeing what others did highlight. With ebooks it is easy enough to do, but since I never did this in physical books, I don’t have it as a habit.
I'm a habitual bookmark user. I have 2 that I use. One says "Book Nerd", the other is different drinking glasses reading books and it says "Reading Glasses". I'm pretty careful with my books and they are pretty much in the same condition as I found them, whether they be from a swap site or new from the bookstore. I do have a few creases in the spine of new paperbacks, though. I'll carry a book (or my Kindle) with me if I know I'm going somewhere I have to wait, like the doctor's office. Or if I'm getting a pedicure, I always take my book with me.
Kim, I always listen to an audiobook when I get my mani/pedis! I feel kind of rude, but I don’t want to make small talk with people, I just want to relax.
Tessa, I am sorry about your mother. I find it brave of you to "tackle" the subject of loss after going through that. Thank-you for sharing
I have a reverence of the printed word. I do not dog-ear, write, highlight, crease, sneeze, or anything else in my printed books. They look brand new when I finish other than a food stain or two which I do feel guilty about. But I love food more than books. hahaI like the idea of bookmarks and at one time I collected them, but never used them. I remember where I am at in a book. I also like the idea of taking notes and marking quotes, but I have never been the one to do it. I challenge myself with memorization. I find I usually have to paraphrase a quote or hunt for days and weeks to find that right book and passage.
One of the things I love about ebooks is the ability to highlight. For a DTB, I highlight by using parenthesis in pencil and put a small sticky on the page. After I read and write review, I remove those and erases my pencil marks.As stated previously in the thread I use bookmarks. I make them and laminate them myself. I have a laminator and invaluable tool for a preschool teacher.
Tessa, I am sorry to hear about your mother. When I did research at the South Texas Archive way back when I did a senior history thesis on Norman Brownie McNeil a well-known folkloric who lived in South Texas. As with other archive collections, I took the opportunity to carefully look through some books that he had or his executor had provided the Archives. My thesis was mostly about what his activities in the community, communicating the importance of folklore and exhibiting some examples of folklore. So I focused on newspaper articles, personal correspondence, personal interviews. Had I been interested in his thoughts, I might have looked inside the books to see if he had marked his books with underlines or annotations or glosses. (No highlighters mid-20th century)
You actions may benefit someone doing research on your thoughts and writings,
Last night I started reading Shakespeare for his birthday month. I have to admit that I mark up my Bevingtin. I mark up the introductory essays andnthe plays. I comment on nature of characters, the lies (the source of drama) , and the shifts in thought--among other things.Just a simple admission with a little cringe.
Haha, that's so funny, at work the other day I walked up to my friend, who was scribbling away (in pencil, at least!) in the book he was reading. I said "all right, so I'm never lending you a book again!"He said he writes his thoughts and questions in the margins, it's his way of feeling like he's interacting with the author. He asked me where I put down my thoughts about books I was reading. "In my head," I answered.
I can't explain why, but to me books are sacred, I don't write in them or earmark pages. I use bookmarks like a civilised person, haha! This isn't to say I always want my books to look brand new, I do appreciate cracked spines and stuff. My HP1 edition has been read so many times it very nearly has pages falling out of it, and nothing will ever make me replace it! When something "happens" to one of my books, I want it to be a result of having been read rather than me doing something deliberate to it, like folding a page or writing in it, if that makes sense?
I didn't even write in my science manuals in school, lol.
Jason wrote: "Do you use bookmarks or do you remember the page number? Maybe you earmark the page. Do you write, underline, or highlight in books? When you finish reading a book, does it still look new or used. ..."Bookmarks. However, and many will cringe (as do I now), I grew up in a house where we would fold the corner of the page over just as my mother did. (dog ears, but I didn't hear that term until years later).
I freely mark up certain books that I own, but not usually novels.
