On this page, you'll find advice on how to keep a journal, with a focus on journaling supplies. If you are looking for ideas for what to write about in your journal, click here or go to the bottom of the page, where there are links to journal prompts and related resources.
To keep a journal, all you really need is something to write with, and something to write on. The specifics depend on your preferences and imagination. You might find the ideas flow better when you write with a fountain pen, or a pencil like the ones you used in school, or when you type on a computer. You might feel inspired by a special notebook; you might enjoy the physical space of a large sketchpad, or you might better off with a small notepad you can carry in your pocket. Your journal might end up being a three-ring binder or a shoebox full of index cards. Try different options and see what works best for you.
Here are some factors to consider:
Other journal ideas:
Click here to go to Part 1 of the How to Keep a Journal series: What to Write About.
Please choose one of the links below to read more about how to keep a journal.
Journal Writing Prompts and Ideas
How to Write a Journal - How to Keep a Writing Journal for Stories and Poetry
See a complete list of CWN pages on How to Write a Journal
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