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The NetGalley Reading Journal from We Are Bookish is an excellent tool to organize reading. It’s perfect for the start of the new year. I hope to use it to keep me on track for my reading goals for 2025!
Thank you to NetGalley and We Are Bookish for this resource. All opinions and thoughts are my own.

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Very nice and fun way to see your reading progress throughout the year.
It contains sections such as monthly wrap up, book reviews or favourite quotes.
It's ready for printing and allows to print as many pages of each section as you need.
I've been also using it on my iPad and it did great.
For me personally it's always very satisfying to fill such journals and then after a year see how much I actually read and go back to my favourite books.
If you haven't tried anything like that yet, I would really recommend it as it's a pleasant and entertaining way to keep track of your reading progress.

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Love this book journal so much! I love all the different features and things you can also add including the stickers easy to use and a good way to record what books you are currently reading! Good way to see how you progress during the whole year and is also a good record to keep so you know what’s happened in a book! Amazing way to remember and recommend

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This is my second time using Netgalley's reading journal. I wasn't as consistent in staying up todate with the journal from last year. I'm going to use this for both Netgalley and non Netgalley books read this year. I love the color added.

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Thank you, NetGalley and the designers for the Reading Journal. I like the colors and layout.
I'll glad there's a section for audiobooks, and I like the month by month format and handy templates for tracking.
The download was easy and the introduction and instructions are clear. I enjoyed browsing the wrapups and challenges.
I'm using it in Fii Notes on my Android tablet.
The review template includes all the key details I usually set up in a document.
If I think of anything I want in a future edition, I'll add it here.
Happy reading and tracking, everyone.

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I was so excited and thankful to see that NetGalley has a reading journal offered! I love the amount of flexibility this journal has, in how you can log and track your progress. The monthly bite-sized reading wrap up and coloring bookshelf are my favorite sections. I also liked the functioning tabs, and the color scheme.

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This really helped organize my To-Be-Read list, book reviews, and digital library all in one spot! Thank you! I will refer to friends. :)

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So, I wasn't successful in utilizing the first reading journal from 2024. I chalked it up to operator error, despite using the "User's Guide".
I decided to try again this year. And I STILL cannot get it to work!
I have tried on both my Kindle Tablet AND my Laptop (Windows), still no luck with the XODO software (free version as indicated). I love the concept, but it just does not seem user friendly to me at all.
Again, maybe it is still "operator error", but I won't look for this Reading Journal again next year and beyond.
Needless to say, I will not try again. I will continue to keep my reading activity via: Goodreads, my Bookstagram Account, and via my NetGalley Shelf.

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Love this journal! It’s so easy to use with Goodnote. You can duplicate pages if you need to, and everything is linked so you can easily navigate it. Would definitely recommend!

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How come I only notice now suck tracker existed?
This shall be my excuse to keep my things organized, thank you very much. Loved the design.

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I love the way this journal is laid out. The monthly pages are very colorful and I'm very excited to get started with it!

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Really appreciate this reading journal from We Are Bookish! There are now two colour designs to choose from and plenty of downloadable stickers to help you jazz it up a bit. Also, while it is digital format, you can easily print out the pages to create your own paper journal if you prefer that. Really nice resource for book lovers, readers and reviewers.

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A digital reading journal that tries to maintain the feel of the old paper journals. I love the clean visuals and the bright colors in this edition. With tabs for each month and a monthly check-in page, it's easy to keep your reading organized. Set up is a little bit clunky as is its use, but definitely download the book journal user’s guide to help with that.

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Thank you to Net galley for this reading journal in exchange for a honest review. This journal can keep all my books organized by month and titles. it gives me an easy to see clear and concise lists of books read with rom for notes..Perfect for the reading enthusiast.

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I'm so grateful for this Reading Journal! It's my first time using a digital journal like this and it truly has everything a reviewer/Bookstagrammer/book addict/aspiring book fan might need! The easy to navigate option of clicking on the tabs is a great idea and the check-in sections make this so much more user-friendly! I'm excited to use this journal this year!!! The color scheme is also a great choice to allow the user to customize in the preferred style with this as a base. Thank you to We Are Bookish for creating this!!!

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I am absolutely in love with this year's reading journal! It's a beautifully designed tool that is perfect for any book lover. The vibrant colors are inviting and make the journaling experience enjoyable. One of my favorite features is the bingo card, which adds a fun twist to my reading goals.

The ample note space allows me to jot down my thoughts and reflections on each book, while the monthly check-ins help me stay accountable and track my progress throughout the year. I especially appreciate the "Favorite Book of the Year" page; it's a wonderful way to highlight standout titles.

The personal reading goals section has motivated me to challenge myself, and the reading shelf is a great way to keep my to-be-read list organized. The inclusion of coloring pages is a delightful touch that adds a creative break to my reading routine.

The A-Z challenge is another fantastic addition, pushing me to explore new genres and authors. This journal would be an excellent download for my iPad, making it even more convenient to keep track of my reading journey.

Overall, this reading journal is a beautiful, comprehensive tracker. It has everything a bibliophile could want, and it's made my reading experience even more fulfilling. Whether you're an avid reader or just getting started, I highly recommend this journal to enhance your literary adventures.

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I’m excited to be using the new NetGalley Reading Journal in 2025. It will help elevate my reading experience this year. One of its standout features is its layered design—there’s so much to explore, but the organization is on point, making navigating easy.

The introduction of two different color schemes this year was a thoughtful touch, allowing me to customize my experience further. I also love the inclusion of pick-and-choose activities. They’re a fun and flexible way to challenge myself, step out of my comfort zone, and discover books I might not have picked up otherwise.

My favorite feature has to be the “Best of the Year” bracket. It'll help me reflect on my reading journey, highlight my top picks, and keep track of the books that truly resonated with me throughout the year.

One recommendation I have for the future is the addition of a feature to track book club events. It would be great to have a space dedicated to noting meeting dates, selected books, and discussion highlights all in one place. I've been using the notes section for this for now.

Overall, this journal combines creativity and functionality beautifully, making it a must-have for avid readers. I can’t wait to see how it continues to evolve in the future!

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I appreciate the NetGalley Reading Journal, especially the activities such as the habit tracker and the bingo. I wish this was formatted to share on social media, like the colouring pages and the review pages but I still appreciated the journal.

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I can never say enough about all that NetGalley and all they do for the readers and support of authors. I absolutely love this newest NetGalley Reading Journal - Sunset Palette. The perfect way to organize your year of reading and reviewing. The book is packed with the tools you need. You can edit and customize your journal as well as find reading challengs and pages to write your reviews and collect the stories you read.
I highly recomment this journal to anyone who loves reading, sharing reviews and supporting authors. It is a wonderful addition to our community.

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Organized and well thought out journal. This will help keep my reading notes more organized. I like how I cqn put a star rating and small descriptions.

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