31+ Creative Bullet Journal Book Tracker Pages
Today, we’re diving into the enchanting world of reading with some inspiring Bullet Journal page ideas designed specifically for tracking your literary adventures.
Imagine having a vibrant, personalized space where you can document every book you read, jot down your thoughts, and even keep track of those never-ending to-be-read lists. It’s not only fun and creative but also a fantastic way to engage with your reading habit on a deeper level.
With Bullet Journal book trackers, the possibilities are endless. You can create colorful spreads featuring your favorite genres or maybe a timeline of your reading journey throughout the year.
Perhaps you’d like a minimalist layout with just titles and ratings, or a detailed page capturing your favorite quotes and characters. This approach allows you to celebrate each completed book and reflect on your reading goals, making each entry a cherished memory.
So grab your pens, unleash your creativity, and transform your reading experience into something truly special with your Bullet Journal!
What can be cozier than reading a book in a coffee shop, maybe on a terrace? Or – just staying at home with a comfy blanket and a cut of hot coco.
Let me know in the comments what your favorite place to read is.
But I diogress, this post is about book trackers that can definitely bring so much more to your reading experience!
And before we dive into all that, I wanted to mention that at the end of the post, you’ll find some FREE printable Bullet Journal book trackers you can start using right away!
Also, at the end of the post, you’ll find more other reading-related pages and some tutorials for drawings you can use to decorate your reading trackers.
Why Create A Book Tracker
Since you’re into Bullet Journaling, do you really need an extra excuse to create a separate tracker? I surely don’t! But in case you do, let’s dive into some compelling reasons why a book tracker should be your next journaling project.
Imagine this: you’re sitting in your cozy nook, flipping through your Bullet Journal, and there it is—a beautifully crafted book tracker with all your recent reads. Each entry is a gateway back to the worlds you’ve explored, the characters you’ve loved, and the lessons you’ve learned.
A book tracker isn’t just a list; it’s a journey in itself, helping you visualize your progress and stay on track with your reading goals.
I have to admit, I used to be an avid reader, but as life got busy, the details of those beloved stories slipped away. I’d find myself struggling to recall the plot or even the main characters of books I was sure I had read.
This is where a book tracker becomes invaluable. It’s a memory map, capturing those fleeting thoughts, favorite quotes, and poignant moments from each book. It’s like having a personal librarian who never forgets.
If you’re struggling to get back into reading, like I’ve been lately, a book tracker might be just the motivation you need.
Picture a spread with a colorful bookshelf drawing, where each book spine is a title waiting to be filled in. Or perhaps a timeline that shows your reading journey over the months. You could even create a rating system or a wishlist of books you aspire to read next.
These creative layouts not only make your Bullet Journal visually appealing but also serve as a tangible reminder of your goals. They encourage you to pick up that next book, fill in that next slot, and celebrate each reading milestone.
What To Add To Your Book Tracker
Let’s dive into the wonderful world of organizing your reading habits with some essential book tracker ideas for your Bullet Journal.
Here’s a breakdown of the basics:
- Books to read: Have you ever found yourself overwhelmed by the sheer number of book recommendations from friends, family, or favorite book bloggers? This tracker is your go-to list, a curated collection of all those must-reads.
- Books read: this tracker is a celebration of your literary journey, a personal archive of every book you’ve completed. It’s like a literary scrapbook that holds your reading history. You might include space for brief reviews or memorable quotes that touched your heart. Visual learners could even sketch a mini cover of each book to make the page vibrant and full of life.
- Favorite books: On those rainy days when you need a pick-me-up, this list is your go-to. It’s a comforting collection of the books that have left a mark on your heart.
But wait, there is more!
- Pages read per day: If turning reading into a daily habit is on your agenda, this tracker can be a game-changer. It offers an insightful overview of your reading pace and keeps you motivated to turn the page. You could design a graph or a line chart that visually represents your progress, encouraging you to read just one more page each day.
- Chapters read: For those who prefer to track progress by chapters rather than pages, this layout is perfect. It prevents that awkward pause where you have to recall the previous day’s reading.
- Series finished: If you’re like me and love getting lost in book series, this tracker is a must-have. It’s a thrilling record of the series you’ve conquered. You might even create a designated area for noting upcoming releases in your favorite series, ensuring you never miss out on the next adventure.
Which one of these seems like a good choice for you? Let us know in the comments!
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Stationery Recommendations
For creating book trackers, you’ll need some supplies, and the world of stationery is so wide it’s easy to get lost with all the options available.
So let me make it easier for you and share some of my favorite supplies that I’m sure you’ll also love using to create your book tracker pages:
- Fineliners. These are the blood of every Bullet Journal page, they are perfect for drawing all the lines and grids, as well as adding doodles and other decorations to your pages. My top picks for fineliners are Sakura Pigma Micron pens; they come with archival dark black ink that looks perfect on the pages.
- Markers. If you love color on your pages like I do, you’ll need some markers. My top choice is Zebra Mildliners, but Crayola Super Tips are also fantastic, pretty affordable, and come in 100 colors!
- Brush pens. You’ll need brush pens to add beautiful lettering to your pages if this is what you like having on your pages. I recommend Tombow Fudenosuke, which are small tip pens and they work very well if you’re a beginner in lettering.
- Washi tapes. This is a very easy way to add spark and creativity to your pages, and I recommend you check this place, since they have all typed of washi tapes with al the different designs, including some that would work well for a book tracker.
- Stencils. These little reusable tools are another great and simple way to create or decorate your pages. This bookshelf stencil is perfect for creating your book tracker!
I can talk about stationery for hours, but this is not what this post is about.
So prepare whatever supplies you have and let’s look at different book trackers you can try and create in your Bullet Journal.
Bullet Journal Book Tracker Inspirations
Ok let's get to it and check out some amazing book trackers. I love how they all are different and have a creative approach to tracking their reading progress.
Using a bookshelf for your book tracker is a classic idea and you'll see a lot of these in this list. But each creator has a different approach to this format, so you can definitely find something unique in each one.
There is a big argument on whether audiobooks are considered books and if they are still considered reading. For me, it absolutely does! And if you want to make a separation, here is an inspiration for how you can track your different reading styles.
I love this tracker, it looks so super neat and the colors are absolutely amazing!
It's also a fun idea to track how many books you read per month, this is a great tracker if you're having an exact goal on how many books you want to read that year.
Such a creative way to create a book tracker in a heart shape!
Since the usual book tracker is bookshelves, I thought forming a different shape out of books is really a fun idea.
Such a happy and bright spread! And a cool idea to use up those stickers you save for better days ;)
From far I actually thought it's washi tape, not book stickers, so I think using washi might also be a fun option.
I love that the creator decided to use two pages for this tracker. That way, you have more space for all the books and can decorate your bookshelf more.
I love this book tracker and the visual element of adding the book covers. I think it's also pretty fun that there is a space here for adding the little rating for each book.
In case you want to add the same star ratings to your book tracker, try these stickers.
It seems like your classic bookshelf, but how much more creative is this approach!
I really wish I had a place like that at home for reading myself, it looks so cozy.
Here is my own take on a bookshelf type book tracker, and, of course, I went for something very colorful and decorated.
First of all, I'm simply so impressed by the number of books she read in one month. Like absolutely speechless!
But also - this is a very simple tracker that still looks super fun and creative.
If you're not sure what format to use for your book tracker, try both! The one of the left is more.creative and doodly while the one on the right gives a more detailed view of the books and their ratings.
Very minimalist design, but you gotta admit - it's a cute and very functional spread.
A special note of the library card used as decoration, very on theme.
Flowers are a beautiful way to decorate anything in your Bullet Journal, including a book log like this one.
I love this tracker and how there are all those little references to different books.
Washi tape was also a cute little detail to frame the whole tracker.
I love this spread, and Kate is doing so well on her reading!
Also, I'm absolutely in love with the colors she used here, aren't they beautiful and matching so perfectly!
Rachel is a wonderful artist and of course, her book tracker was not an exception.
I think it's a pretty clever idea to have an artistic page on one side and a simple list with a bit more details on the other.
Books to read is such a useful list, I missed so many recommendations because I didn't have a spread like this one.
I really like how the creator divided the list to fiction and nonfiction, so you can easily find a recommendation for the genre you're looking for.
I especially love this one for the colors, so pretty and bright! I ber she used my favorite Zebra Mildliners for it.
Plus here is a creative idea for a tracker where books aren't standing up.
Beautiful tracker, and it definitely creates such a cozy feeling. For some reason, it also makes me think of Bag End. Anyone else?
Here is an idea for you - to track books you don't have to actually draw an entire page, simply a list would work just the same.
A good decoration can be your handwriting itself, like in this book tracker.
Super cute book tracker, and I love this illustration, that sweetie is definitely a reader!
Plus I think it's a great idea to make the books larger, it will help you to see the titles better once you fill it out.
Remember the idea of tracking the series you've read? Well, somebody actually created a tracker like that.
I like that each series also has a little tracker to see how many books you've read already.
This tracker left me speechless, it's such an atmospheric page!
And I found it pretty cool that she's tracking audiobooks. I also love consuming literature in audio format.
Lovely tracker with a different way to doodle books.
I love how she actually drew the pages on the books, but at the same time, there is enough space to actually write the names of the books.
Super cute book tracker, and I love that she used watercolor to decorate it.
The greens really make this spread look so very fresh.
This is a yearly reading tracker, but also the list of books with the rating. And I absolutely love that art decor look!
If you're looking for inspirations for a book tracker in the blackout journal - just check this one!
And of course, it's also a great recommendation - Sakura Gelly Roll is probably the best white pen I've ever owned.
A cool way to stay motivated and keep up your reading habits.
This is a yearly reading tracker, and the colors are how many pages you've read. Really going to motivate you to try to read every day, even a little bit.
Even if you want to create a bookshelf book tracker but don't want to spend much time doing that, you absolutely can. Here is an example of that, and you can definitely play around with adding color or any decoration in the future if you want to.
Love this spread and the beautiful handwriting, it really adds a character. And it's pretty fun that the creator used two types of paper, it creates a beautiful contrast.
Your book-related pages don't have to be just about tracking your progress, it can definitely be a book review page.
These are great to make sure you remember what you read and what it was all about. Next time you feel like you're forgetting the book - just take a look and in a few minutes it'll all come back to you.
Participating in challenges is always a fun way to spice up your habits, and this type of tracker can definitely keep you motivated.
Have you ever actually participated in a reading challenge like that? I never did, but now I'm definitely considering.
Such a creative way to draw a simple shelf with your favorite books. The attention to detail is absolutely crazy!
And I think this is a wonderful masterpiece to actually finish up our roundup.
Free Printable Book Tracker
Of course, I wanted to leave you with something special – a free printable.
This book tracker will allow you to keep track of up to 50 books. If it’s too much – just decorate the other books instead of leaving them blank to fill out the titles.
You can get them in the Resources Vault under the section “Other Pages”.
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If you’ve never used printables before, be sure to check my post How To Use Printables In Your Bullet Journal.
It’s pretty basic, and you can find all the supplies you need in my post Supplies For Using Bullet Journal Printables.
More Resources
Are you looking for some more ideas for your reading-related pages or inspiration on how to decorate them? I’ve got you covered!
Check out these blog posts next:
- How To Draw A Book: 7 Easy Step By Step Tutorials
- Reading Journal Page Ideas For Book Lovers
- Free Reading Journal Printables
>>> What kind of book tracker will you be creating in your journal? Share with us in the comments!
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