tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6086062096420008519.post1661889766132287519..comments2024-03-06T05:24:11.328-05:00Comments on Kelly Hashway: Writer Wednesday: Do You Write in Books?Kelly Hashwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13936313159809041986noreply@blogger.comBlogger46125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6086062096420008519.post-29951567218889428522013-09-09T06:41:35.748-04:002013-09-09T06:41:35.748-04:00I know a lot of writers who keep a notebook for th...I know a lot of writers who keep a notebook for that purpose, so you're not alone.Kelly Hashwayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13936313159809041986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6086062096420008519.post-68230989599436095002013-09-09T03:53:17.040-04:002013-09-09T03:53:17.040-04:00I underline the phrases and sentences that really ...I underline the phrases and sentences that really dig deep into me. I tend to scribble in non-fiction (and all of my literature text in school previously), but not much in fiction these days. However, I write my thoughts on the stories/characters I read in my freewriting book later on.Yanting Guehhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04788603550626277974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6086062096420008519.post-33689671795013035882013-09-08T13:53:31.421-04:002013-09-08T13:53:31.421-04:00Yes, it's very easy to mark things in an eread...Yes, it's very easy to mark things in an ereader and I love that feature. But I use a ton of Post-its and underlining in my paperbacks and hardcover books. I think writing in books is really an honor for the author. We love their words enough to want to be able to find them easily and reread them. There's no disrespect in that.Kelly Hashwayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13936313159809041986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6086062096420008519.post-53332782294000586802013-09-08T12:56:37.310-04:002013-09-08T12:56:37.310-04:00At first, I just couldn't bring myself to do t...At first, I just couldn't bring myself to do that. Books were priceless objects never to be damaged. And then... is started reading as a writer. Big difference. I want to remember things, go back and rerad, relive the thrill of the author's words. Having an e-reader makes this process even easier. So yes, now I mark up my books. I confess I still cringe a little when I do, but it's part of my toolbox as a writer. If I see a word or a phrase I want to borrow, well....brendahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05480258485472568272noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6086062096420008519.post-66899001242213654992013-09-08T06:34:59.403-04:002013-09-08T06:34:59.403-04:00See, as an author, I would love to find out people...See, as an author, I would love to find out people write in my books. I don't think it's disrespectful. I think it shows they care enough to comment or underline. Think about a child's favorite stuffed animal. It's not in perfect condition and just sitting on a shelf. It's worn and...well, loved. Some of my favorite books are worn because I've read them so much. Now, I do buy a second or third copy if I really love the book, but I like one I can keep reading and writing in, too. I think it shows how much I love the story.Kelly Hashwayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13936313159809041986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6086062096420008519.post-84908047885937345872013-09-08T06:32:09.381-04:002013-09-08T06:32:09.381-04:00Yes. Marking favorite lines is my favorite part.Yes. Marking favorite lines is my favorite part.Kelly Hashwayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13936313159809041986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6086062096420008519.post-44604345077427309172013-09-07T17:50:13.379-04:002013-09-07T17:50:13.379-04:00I could never write in a book. That would be like ...I could never write in a book. That would be like the ultimate disrespect to a book. I also don't turn down page corners or stick sticky notes in books.<br /><br />If I want to remember a quote, I write it in a notebook or make it my GR (progress) status.Holly Letsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05501557775125724846noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6086062096420008519.post-23992350566663985542013-09-07T14:53:12.380-04:002013-09-07T14:53:12.380-04:00I've never written in a book but it could be w...I've never written in a book but it could be worth of trying. At least it would help me remember my favorite lines! Ida https://www.blogger.com/profile/11147292645496131773noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6086062096420008519.post-89694623573168287842013-09-07T06:47:18.162-04:002013-09-07T06:47:18.162-04:00Somehow writing in the margins lets you connect to...Somehow writing in the margins lets you connect to the book on a different level. It brings you more into the experience of reading. At least I think it does. :)Kelly Hashwayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13936313159809041986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6086062096420008519.post-62590637415476666012013-09-06T21:39:24.305-04:002013-09-06T21:39:24.305-04:00Yes! When I found out in college that one not only...Yes! When I found out in college that one not only can but should write in books, it was like a whole new world opened. All of my favorite books are ones I "talk to" in the margins. My dad had taught me never to write in books -- but since he had gotten two degrees himself, I'm not sure how or why he didn't write in books. Marciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10006966091789130047noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6086062096420008519.post-18078895643776885942013-09-06T10:48:11.937-04:002013-09-06T10:48:11.937-04:00Writing in instructional books is a must! I think ...Writing in instructional books is a must! I think it's fun to write in fiction though. It's all your thoughts and reactions.Kelly Hashwayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13936313159809041986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6086062096420008519.post-30575944137762675462013-09-06T10:47:18.802-04:002013-09-06T10:47:18.802-04:00If I have a lot I want to write and it won't f...If I have a lot I want to write and it won't fit in the margins, I use Post-it notes too. Nothing wrong with that.Kelly Hashwayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13936313159809041986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6086062096420008519.post-38953897808696781572013-09-06T10:15:02.549-04:002013-09-06T10:15:02.549-04:00If I'm reading an instructional book, I'm ...If I'm reading an instructional book, I'm writing on just about every page. I never write in fictional books, not unless I'm required to write an essay about it. :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15901684621715980573noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6086062096420008519.post-87500545504045632762013-09-06T10:10:39.471-04:002013-09-06T10:10:39.471-04:00Oh dear. I'm not sure I could do this, even if...Oh dear. I'm not sure I could do this, even if someone gave me permission. I do put TONS of little post-its into books,though. I guess that's my Type A way of writing in them. :-)Anna Staniszewskihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09316883819771607655noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6086062096420008519.post-23450852467915126732013-09-06T08:51:51.538-04:002013-09-06T08:51:51.538-04:00Yes, that definitely does help.Yes, that definitely does help.Kelly Hashwayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13936313159809041986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6086062096420008519.post-25213945568557588512013-09-05T18:14:22.480-04:002013-09-05T18:14:22.480-04:00I always find myself writing notes here and there ...I always find myself writing notes here and there and even underlining my books. Especially if I know that I will post a review for the author. This way, it's easier to point out my favorite parts for the review. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14498810090279251726noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6086062096420008519.post-74012385288284892902013-09-05T14:35:38.243-04:002013-09-05T14:35:38.243-04:00I know what you mean. It's fun to go back and ...I know what you mean. It's fun to go back and visit books you wrote in. Time does change perspective.Kelly Hashwayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13936313159809041986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6086062096420008519.post-9834704968502072062013-09-05T13:42:00.789-04:002013-09-05T13:42:00.789-04:00I write in books constantly. The words I write in ...I write in books constantly. The words I write in the margins are like tiny literary time capsules. I especially like re-reading books I read in college. It's funny to see what I underlined then and realize I would now underline something different. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6086062096420008519.post-81621238164465099862013-09-05T08:54:29.398-04:002013-09-05T08:54:29.398-04:00Yes, it's a must for research.Yes, it's a must for research.Kelly Hashwayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13936313159809041986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6086062096420008519.post-18893724845582237042013-09-04T22:09:34.615-04:002013-09-04T22:09:34.615-04:00I seldom write in a book, but if I'm reading i...I seldom write in a book, but if I'm reading it for research for my story I highlight information so I can find it easy and take notes in the margins.Beverly Stowe McClurehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02176195451841801819noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6086062096420008519.post-83154071803491043552013-09-04T20:39:37.541-04:002013-09-04T20:39:37.541-04:00If Post-its are what you are comfortable with, the...If Post-its are what you are comfortable with, there's nothing wrong with that. :)Kelly Hashwayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13936313159809041986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6086062096420008519.post-56876371078490328322013-09-04T19:39:18.112-04:002013-09-04T19:39:18.112-04:00I haven't yet decided. I always try to keep it...I haven't yet decided. I always try to keep it in pristine condition. I wonder if I could change my way of thinking and start writing in it? I do use post-its in craft books.<br /><br />NasNas https://www.blogger.com/profile/08341843048288374472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6086062096420008519.post-1748301817471028512013-09-04T18:47:21.284-04:002013-09-04T18:47:21.284-04:00Taurean, I know what you mean about signed copies....Taurean, I know what you mean about signed copies. I use Post-it notes for those because having the signature makes the book more special.Kelly Hashwayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13936313159809041986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6086062096420008519.post-26922841630468371212013-09-04T18:40:24.578-04:002013-09-04T18:40:24.578-04:00Why? You bought the book. It's yours. And I...Why? You bought the book. It's yours. And I've come to realize it's a form of respect writing in a book. I hope people write in mine.Kelly Hashwayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13936313159809041986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6086062096420008519.post-70337181534065726332013-09-04T18:37:55.642-04:002013-09-04T18:37:55.642-04:00LOL, Sarah. Yeah, don't write in those.LOL, Sarah. Yeah, don't write in those.Kelly Hashwayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13936313159809041986noreply@blogger.com