13 Creative Reading Journal Pages to Track & Celebrate Your Books
Diving into the world of Bullet Journal page ideas can feel a bit like wandering through an endless library—so many possibilities, each more enticing than the last.
Books are not just stories; they’re gateways to other worlds, teachers of life lessons, and sometimes, they’re the best friends we could ask for on a rainy day. That’s why I’ve gathered these Bullet Journal ideas for book lovers.
We’re about to blend our passion for reading with the creative and organizational magic of Bullet Journaling. Think of it as crafting your very own literary companion, one page at a time.
Your Bullet Journal can be a great help and companion on your reading journey.
By jotting down quotes, thoughts, and feelings about the books you read, you’re essentially creating a diary of your reading life. This helps you see how you’ve been growing and remember all the best moments and lessons you’ve gotten from reading.
And let’s not forget the sheer creativity it unleashes!
But before we get into it, I wanted to mention that I’ve created some FREE printables that you can use in your Bullet Journal right away to track your reading goals and more! So be sure to scroll until the end to learn how to access them.
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Bullet Journal Ideas For Book Lovers
The beauty of the Bullet Journal method is that you can create any page you want. It’s limited only by your imagination. These ideas may be what you need, or they may spark your creativity to create your own unique reading journal pages.
I have been journaling since 2018, and I have created a few reading-related pages in my journals. The layouts below include pages I use personally, as well as ideas from other journalers that I selected because they solve specific reading-tracking problems I haven’t had, since, unfortunately, I do not read as intensely.
You’ll love the pages I found for you, so let’s take a look!
Book Tracker
A reading tracker is a fun way to keep track of your reading, and this is one of my favorite ones I’ve ever created.
This page can help you either write the books you plan to read (and then maybe color in when you finish each book), or add names to the books you have read.
I like this format because it lets you control how many books you add and provides plenty of space for decorative elements. That way, you don’t create a layout with too many books and then feel like you are failing if you don’t read that much.
Alternatively, you can also extend this design for two pages if you have plenty of layouts to include.
Favorite Books This Year
Favorite books of the year are a fun way to always remember your best reads, especially if you read lots.
I like all types of pages that can create an overview; I think you learn so much from seeing things summarised like this. And I love that this creator also added a little bit of journaling and their thoughts on the reading adventures that year.
Book Review Spread
I don’t know about you, but give me some time, and all I’ll remember about a book will be whether I liked it or not. With pages like this, you’ll always be able to remember all the important ideas and lessons from your favorite books.
It also seems like a good reference for when you feel like rereading some of the books you’ve read before but aren’t sure which one to pick.
Book Series Tracker
So many amazing books come in series, so why not create a track like this one for all the series you’ve started and are planning to finish? It will always be there, reminding you that there are a few series you are into and many more books to read!
I definitely feel like I need this layout, and it’s already on my “to add to my journal” list, because right now I can’t remember how many of the Dune books I’ve read, and I started another fantasy book, and only after finishing it I realized it was a part of a series with 5 books!!!
Library Cost Savings
For an avid reader, having a library card can save tons of money. But choosing to lend a book rather than buy one can be a bit of a challenge (let me know in the comments if you agree that buying books and reading books are sometimes two different hobbies!), so having a tracker like this one can be super motivating!
Reading Year Review
Reading a lot, you probably have a lot of data about your literary pursuits, so it might be a fun way to finish up your year with a spread like this.
I think such a dashboard will add a sense of accomplishment to your reading. And maybe it would show you some new interesting reading habits and patterns.
Like, for example, now that I think about it, I had a whole year when all I read were murder mysteries, and another year when I only read fantasy books, all without really deciding that specifically. I feel like if I had a page like this with more details, it would also help me better understand exactly what was happening in my mind that year.
Reading Challenge
Having a challenge is fun to get yourself more into reading, so a little challenge spread can be just the motivation you need to read more!
I think challenges also help you be part of a community and maybe explore new styles and genres. So this layout would work for beginner readers and avid readers alike; you just need to pick a challenge that sounds good to you.
Books To Read
I get tons of recommendations for books to read, but when it comes time to pick the next one, I never know what to choose. A spread like that can help you always have a wonderful list of books to choose from.
As a beginner in the reading hobby, this could be a good guide for you on books to start with. As an avid reader who might feel overwhelmed by all the books out there, this list can help you add a bit more structure to your reading journey.
Monthly Reading Stats
I always say how useful it is to have a monthly review page for planning, but the same can be true for your reading! That way, when it’s time to do a yearly overview, you already have all the data!
Plus, isn’t it incredibly satisfying to see all the numbers and effort you put into reading?
Goodreads Challenge
Goodreads is one of my favorite digital places to track books, and they always have great recommendations and fun challenges! I know one of these challenges helped me get back to reading, so I’m sure you’ll find them just as useful and fun as I did.
Quote Page
I love choosing quotes from the books I read; I think they can be so powerful and uplifting, but they can also help you better understand the inner meaning the author has behind the book and just the general writing style.
Turning your favorite quotes into creative Bullet Journal pages is an enjoyable idea, allowing you to bring more creativity to your notebook.
Book Bracket
I don’t know about you, but choosing just one best book is always a hard task for me. Creating a book bracket like this one could be a fun solution to this little problem!
Also, it generally looks like a fun game. I’d like to try playing it and see which books people choose and if it would be the same winner for everyone.
Reading Tracker
Last but not least is my own page to track my reading. The purpose here is to read for 40 days in a row, to finally establish a habit, even if it’s just 10 minutes a day.
I made it extra cute, so once I started filling it out and colored the first circle, I felt like, just to keep the aesthetic, I should keep on reading. And it did help me to read more and actually finish a few books.
Stationery Recommendations
Let’s talk about supplies since you’ll definitely need a few to recreate the Bullet Journal pages.
You obviously can create a Bullet Journal spread with whatever supplies you already have available, but if you want to get something special that looks extra great on reading-related pages, here are my recommendations:
- Calliograph pens. They come in beautiful colors and have two brush tips, so you can use them for coloring and for creating different sizes of headers. (You can also get 10% off with my code MASHA10)
- Fineliners. These are the blood of every Bullet Journal page, and I recommend getting Sakura Pigma Micron.
- Kraft paper. I always find that it looks amazing on reading pages. You can use any you want, but I prefer using a kraft paper notepad that still has good paper and a dot grid. (You can also get 10% off with my code MASHA10)
- Book stencil. An easier and definitely faster way to add book doodles to your Bullet Journal.
- Letter stamps fit so well with all the book pages, and they will allow you to have many fun and unique headers.
Free Printable Bullet Journal Pages
If you use printables, you can try some of these pages in your Bullet Journal right away! You can already find a FREE printable book tracker in the Resources Vault.
If you don’t have access yet, you can always sign up in the form below.
Once you confirm your subscription, you’ll get the password to get 50+ free Bullet Journal printables, stickers, and worksheets to use right away.
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
Want to get even more inspiration and ideas on creating your perfect and unique reading-related Bullet Journal pages? I’ve got you covered.
Check out these posts next:
- Must-Have Reading Journal Supplies
- Reading Journal Page Ideas For Book Lovers
- Free Reading Journal Printables
>>> What pages do you use in your Bullet Journal for reading? Share with us in the comments!
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