Reading Journal Flip Through | January - June 2021

It's been 6 months since I started my reading journal and it felt like an update was past due! So here's a flip through of all of the spreads in my 2021 reading journal so far (from January to June) including individual book spreads, stats spreads, and more. I hope you enjoy seeing them and that you maybe get some inspo for your own reading journal (if you have one)!
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[@PlantBasedBride]

Question for you all: Do you prefer a flip through with a voiceover where I explain the spreads/give more detail or are you a fan of flip throughs with no talking (just music)?

[@bookishly.introverted]

with voiceover for me

[@meldews]

I love voiceover flip throughs from you!

[@FireySparrow]

Voice over!!

[@angelazeiler6838]

With voiceover, please. Your voice calms me down in every video. It's a bit like meditation 😅😁🥰

[@debra9916]

Yes, to the voice over, please. I just can’t watch a video that has no narration.

[@shanyavirasinghe8591]

I’m a voracious reader but have never kept a reading journal so I found this interesting. I absolutely adored the Broken Earth trilogy. And I prefer flip through with voice over because I love listening to you speak. I find your voice soothing and relaxing 😊❤️

[@PlantBasedBride]

Aw thank you! Yes, the Broken Earth trilogy is incredible 🙌

[@angelazeiler6838]

Finally we see your reading journal again 🧡 It inspired me to do one, too and even in a similiar design. I started mine in April and I'm currently 50 pages into it. It's so relaxing to create all the pages and this way I can combine four of my hobbies: buying books, reading books, thinking/writing about books and then the creative side of the journal. 😍😊

[@PlantBasedBride]

I totally agree! It's so fun to create each spread ❤

[@NancyLiliG]

Could you make a video with tips for starting a reading journal that you actually want to use? I’ve had reading journals before but they tend to feel like a chore. I want one so I can remember what I read and what I think of it/ learn from it, but keeping it going is tough. Yours is so beautiful that it makes me think returning to it must be enjoyable.

[@PlantBasedBride]

Oh that’s interesting! This is my first one so I’m not sure if I have helpful tips yet but I’ll definitely mull it over ❤️

[@augustmindcs]

I’ve watched you forever but kind of skipped over your reading videos so now that I’m back in the swing of reading and looking for some type of log or system to track my progress and journey i found myself gravitating back to your page like an old friend. Anywho love this journal it’s gorgeous thanks for the ideas !

[@charlotte3elisabeth]

This was such a calming video. Your reading journal is so pretty, I love the scrapbook vibes. Side note, I loved the music in this video. The editing at the end with the patreon list pages changing on beat was so satisfying.

[@PlantBasedBride]

Aw thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it ❤

[@marianbaroi7526]

I loved that editing tooo! Perfect way to end such a relaxing video ✨

[@b0nem0ther]

If you liked Midnight Library I highly recommend The Invisible Life of Addie Larue. I absolutely adore that book. Love it.

[@PlantBasedBride]

I loved Addie LaRue!

[@himawaricindy]

Wow, this is absolute goals - from the number of books you read to how socially conscious you keep your reading, to how beautifully you decorated the spreads, to your thoughts on each book, and your video editing! So inspirational!

[@marianbaroi7526]

I've been curious about your reading journal for some time! I'm glad you had the time to give us an update. Your spreads are sooo beautiful ✨I love flip throughs when you explain the spreads and give us a little bit of detail. Not only is your voice calming, but I love your thought process to each spread after you've used it for some time. I would also love a video dedicated to finding your favorite book of the year in that 2021 book bracket spread! 📚I also wanted to mention you've resparked my love of reading this year (I'm up to six books that aren't for school, which is such an improvement to two books outside of school) I'm considering getting a reading journal, not sure yet!

[@PlantBasedBride]

Aw thank you! I really appreciate that and it makes me so happy to hear you’re getting more into reading for pleasure ❤️❤️

[@CamthalionSpirit]

YES. Would love an entire video on filling out your favorites bracket

[@kate___lynch]

How is it so BEAUTIFUL?? Your whole journal. IT’S PERFECT. Wow.

[@inthepeppershackwithamy2631]

I was an reader when I was younger. I have recently started reading again. This is encouraging me to make my own reading bujo.

[@kristenbNabz]

Never did a whole reading journal but definitely now considering making one! I could also simply use a motivator to read more after a long standing reading rut. Thanks for the inspiration! Also, your journal is gorgeous!

[@PlantBasedBride]

Of course! I hope you find it worthwhile if you’d decide to make one ❤️

[@Borntofly34]

I usually put my reading tracker at the start of my bullet journal since one journal could last me the year. But now that I've changed how my bujo works for me, making a reading journal sounds like a good idea. Could also help me be present when I read and remember how the books made me feel rather than reading just to read and get through my massive TBR

[@PlantBasedBride]

It’s really nice to reflect on the book as a while while creating a spread for it! I feel like I discovered new things I hadn’t necessarily connected the dots on before ❤️

[@marianbaroi7526]

I had to same thoughts! I was considering making a reading journal for that reason, to be more present while I read. It would also be nice to go back and see how I felt about the book if I ever want to re-read a book ✨

[@brie2952]

There is nothing more satisfying than seeing a journal getting chonky

[@PlantBasedBride]

Agreed!

[@alinebristol102]

you turned me on to Stacey Lee … I get so much inspiration from your reading journal! Thank you for doing the hard lift for us.I appreciate the detailed narration IMHO.

[@maddie.bolland.7]

Your reading journal is so beautiful and aesthetically pleasing!! What an awesome way to immortalize such a meaningful hobby. Now that I'm done university and I have more time I'm definitely going to think about making one, or at least including elements of a reading journal in my bullet journal. Thanks for the inspiration!! 💜

[@abbielynnjuett4031]

I am looking forward to your end of year brackets spread and review. Thank you, Elisabeth.

[@dreamcatcher75418]

I started my own book/ reading bujo with you. I haven't read as much as I planned but I still enjoyed setting it up. Thank you for sharing your art with us.

[@rosarodriguez8984]

Yeah for the book bracket at the end of the year! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Awesome video as always Elizabeth💜💜

[@DMarie-et3sw]

This is incredible. Just watched your Jan - June Flipthrough of your bullet journal... amazing.

[@princessplum3275]

ahh i'm so happy you posted this! i'm going to be a freshman in college and was in a reading slump for about a year but your january set up inspired me to start a reading journal too and actually helped me get back into reading!

[@cg13456]

Oh I did watch this video yesterday! This one is also so well done and thank you for showing us your reading journal. It is so beautiful.

[@RyssaAndersen]

This is the most beautiful reading journal I have ever seen

[@PlantBasedBride]

Aw thank you!

[@nicolebirnbaum1318]

I am in the process of planning out and finding supplies for my first ever reading journal. I am so excited to get started!

[@holly29913]

This reading journal is so pleasing to look at 😍 just impeccable designs

[@PlantBasedBride]

Thank you so much! ❤❤

[@mariana-vieira]

This is so amazing 😭😭

[@PlantBasedBride]

Thank you so much!

[@viljakristina2583]

Ive never seen anything this beautiful

[@PlantBasedBride]

😭thank you!

[@clem302]

I write every month in my bujo about the books I read, with a picture, and half a page of description, own feelings about it and rating 😊 inspired by you!

[@melanie98d]

can't wait to see the favourite book bracket results. Great video idea. xx

[@PlantBasedBride]

Thank you! I’m excited to make it ❤️

[@dominicanjo6146]

Thank you… I was trying to figure out a way of keeping a journal or a list or a comprehensive list of the books that I read throughout the year but this is an amazing idea! One thing that I think I will include in my journal will be my favorite authors so far… and a railing scale for those authors

[@leiaronald7532]

I was inspired by watching your reading journal videos to start my own! it’s soo much fun and i’m absolutely loving it 😍

[@nicoletoni3176]

I LOVE the combo of reading with creativity and creation. I’ve been struggling with trying to find a way to incorporate both into my daily life and this really resonates with me as a yummy way to do it. Thanks for sharing it! Your creativity is gorgeous and inspiring ✨💕✨

[@courtneyelliott5306]

This is actually such a gorgeous journal! I love the way it has been set up and definitely inspired me to plan mine better! I love the idea of stats after each month!

[@prplrhinomilk]

Your journal is SO BEAUTIFUL I am shaken to my core 😳 inspired to make mine a lot more fun to look at!

[@EllePlowPlow]

Loved every minute of this! I would add a spread every month where you highlight books you finished that month and your rating for each since not each book ends up with a review in your reading Bujo. Also I vote for doing a voice over for your flip throughs.

[@Mymakermovie77]

Would love to see you fill in the book bracket! It also looks fabulous that you did scrapbook style pages omg

[@superstef199po]

I do have a reading journal where I make a spread for every book I read, but this flip through gave me so many ideas and made me excited to read some of your 5-star reads.

[@PlantBasedBride]

I’m so glad I could give you some inspo! ❤️

[@thekyleemadison]

This is an absolutely gorgeous journal! I feel so inspired. I've never been a crafty person, but flip-throughs like this tempt me to pick it up SO MUCH...

[@PlantBasedBride]

Thank you so much! ❤️❤️

[@ybell10]

The whole book is beautiful! Wow!

[@labradoriteatheart]

You keep a beautiful reading journal - thorough reviews, illustrations, beautiful esthetics! 🌹🌹🌹

[@kayyla5]

Oh my goodness this was so precious to watch. Your book journal is absolutely beautiful you’re making me want to start one!😊

[@ravent3016]

Amazing design - I love the book club layouts.

[@lexislibrary923]

I've been thinking about starting a reading Journal next year and I love your layout.

[@athenasbibliotheca8099]

I love the way you make this journal. It looks so good!!

[@gabby_olivari]

Everything looks so pretty! You're so creative and you seem to know exactly what to add in the spreads! Looks wonderful!!

[@PlantBasedBride]

Thank you so much! It's a learning curve getting used to this scrapbook style but I'm enjoying the challenge ❤

[@stephaniestark8022]

Literally just discovered your page today and now I’m taking notes of all the creative things I want to do! So happy I found you ❤️

[@PlantBasedBride]

Aw I love this! Welcome 🥰

[@MarissaDNYC]

Every single time I watch your videos about books and reading, I say that I need to start a reading journal. I always just mark whenever I finish a particular book in my weeklies and also add the book title (plus rating) on the blank spot opposite my monthly cover page. I’m a little more limited since I’m currently using a preprinted planner but, I’ll have more freedom once I start using one of your A&O collaboration notebooks ☺️.

[@katiebrennan3261]

This is absolutely stunning. I wish I had the patience to make such gorgeous spreads for the books I read/love. For now I'll be content fangirling over yours 😍🤤

[@GreenMartha]

I don't have a reading journal, but keep some notes in my bullet journal. I find your spreads very beautiful ans inspiring, and I love having a voice-over !

[@cristinaholler4474]

I’m thinking about starting a reading bullet journal I’m trying to motivate myself to read more. I enjoyed this video a lot because I think this could be for me. Your such an inspiration. Please keep making videos

[@RenataPamplona]

OMG this is beautiful! I keep a reading journal also but yours with this color palet is just *chef's Kiss*

[@tiki328]

Your reading journal is beautiful and inspirational. can you do a small video on how you print the pictures and layout?

[@shantinesejackson4002]

The Book Bracket is an awesome idea!!! Thank you for sharing❤️!

[@PlantBasedBride]

Thank you! I’m glad you got some inspo ❤️

[@jordanhutson6962]

Yep, I keep a reading journal. Your spreads for each book inspired me to try it for a fave read of mine. I may do more before the end of the year. 😊

[@PlantBasedBride]

I love flipping through and seeing snapshots of all of my favourite reads of the year! ❤️

[@veronika8092]

Wow 😯 that is beautiful!!!! Omg, thanks for the video!!!!!! Such a good idea for the reading journal layout!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@PlantBasedBride]

Thank you so much!

[@etc4604]

seeing videos about your reading bujo really inspired me to take mine more seriosuly... id love to see a video of you using the brackets spread to determine your fave book of the year!!

[@RecettesPeuCaloriques]

*Just discovering the reading journal and I loooooove it. Will definitely be starting one in 2022. Really enjoyed your video 😉📖✌🏾😍*

[@dashboardender]

I totally agree with the broken earth trilogy! I loved them so much!

[@INTERESTEDINFORMEDINSPIRED]

This is beautiful and inspiring and I love how varied the books you read are!!

[@ThaBloodWitch]

This was such a satisfying flip. 😌

[@madamelitteraire5930]

Wow, das ist so inspirierend 😍 Du hast ein tolles Gefühl für Farben und Formen 😍😍

[@shiningyoonie]

I loveeee your spreads. Dang I don’t think I can put as much time, effort and dedication into making a beautiful reading journal such as yours. The amount of artistic creativity and skill here is just great!

[@caitlinbellinger9697]

This inspired me to do more in my own reading journal.

[@ronettewinston1706]

Really enjoyed your flip through. Your journal is beautiful!!!

[@DenelleBridgelal]

On my way to set a reminder for the end of 2021! Yes to the favorites of 2021 fill in!🥰

[@PlantBasedBride]

Haha can’t wait!

[@missingyouale]

this was so relaxing :) i'll definitely keep it in the background while keeping up with my reading journal!

[@PlantBasedBride]

I love that ❤

[@aviesmith8883]

Your reading journal is simply beautiful! I love that you give yourself the space to write out your thoughts instead of just filling it with decorations. It’s the cleanest and most satisfying reading journal I’ve ever seen and I can tell you have put a lot of work into it! Keep it up! You’ll thank yourself for writing all of that down in the future. (I think it would be interesting for you to have a spread where you write down all of the books that you’ve read, whether you like them or not and give them ratings or assign colors to them based on your feelings about them. Then in the future you have an index for the books you want to recommend to others or revisit!)

[@e.lenahwilson4344]

This has inspired me to do a reading journal. I also have jotted down a few books that I need to check out. So happy I found this video. TFS!!

[@PlantBasedBride]

Oh I’m so glad! I hope you love keeping a reading journal ❤️

[@readingwithMaren]

Really love your bujo 😍 I also read the house in the Cerulean Sea and loved it so so much 🤗

[@razzzels]

Omg your journal?!!! One word: stunning!

[@tyang161]

I’m not a big reader but your journal is absolutely gorgeous and satisfying to look at as you flip through. Im really looking forward to the completed journal.

[@PlantBasedBride]

Thank you so much!

[@thebluebell89]

One of the random pictures on one of the spreads is actually an album cover for one of my top 10 bands so I got very excited 😁

[@ravent3016]

I added some of these o goodreads, as well as followed you. Thanks for the reviews.

[@judithvandenberg7894]

Wow your journal is absolutely gorgeous!

[@MidlifeByKirstin]

Beautiful and inspiring! I keep book spreads in my "normal" Bujo. To differentiate between fiction and non-fiction I use different colours: Gold for fiction and silver for non-fiction (for star ratings etc.). Makes it easy to tell them apart and to get an idea of percentages read in each category.

[@PlantBasedBride]

That's such a great idea!

[@rabarella]

This is so beautiful! I don’t read but I did think of making my own tv shows/movies journal after seeing you setup your reading journal for the first time. Haven’t done that yet considering I already write my thoughts on shows on my personal blog and I don’t want to write down the same things twice. Looking at this though made me want to give my tv shows journal a go!

[@zesarai]

I love your reading journal! 😍📔 It inspires me to begin reading and make a reading journal as well ❤️

[@PlantBasedBride]

I'm so glad! ❤

[@alineeeeee1]

I love this!! so pretty and the color scheme is 💛

[@PlantBasedBride]

Thank you so much!

[@mandybaileyastrology]

So glad I came across this video, and I’m looking forward to watching the ones you linked in your description. I’ve been mulling over setting up a reading journal. I use all kinds of planners and journals, and read probably 3-5 books a week. My kids make fun of me lol, but they’re secretly jealous. 🙃 Thank you for sharing, and for the effort you put into your content! It’s much appreciated.

[@mehakkaur3165]

It's more of like a magazine than a diarry in a good way ....I like it ...idk how you did it but it look so cool

[@allygrace4617]

I listened to the broken earth trilogy last year from your recommendation and I’m so grateful because they were so good!

[@PlantBasedBride]

Ah yay! Isn't it an incredible series??

[@wildflowersandwonderment]

I love this so much! A wish I had kept a reading journal last year. I read so many great books. Seeing yours inspired me to try starting now at least. Yours is so aesthetically pleasing and you introduced me to so many books I’m adding to my tbr!!! I’m subscribing cause I’m so excited to see what else you share!!! 💕

[@kariikosmos3005]

I'd absolutely love to see a favorite book of 2021 video with that spread

[@shamsaislam1548]

Lovely spreads!💜 I am currently reading The Vanishing Half for a book club now (I am enjoying it!). I also plan on reading Other Words for Home and seeing your spread made me want to read it even more! Thanks so much for sharing! 💜

[@Aramis_-os6ty]

I have a reading journal to take notes about when I buy books and when I read them + my ratings ^^ Mine is just about stats because I already put time and efforts on a bulletjurnal so just keep it simple :) But I love how you manage your reading journal, very creative and with several aspects about reading ☺️

[@minutes5138]

Your reading journal is sooooo inspiring!.

[@PlantBasedBride]

Thank you so much!

[@luiiiandmovieee]

I love your reading journal. You made these sides so pretty

[@PlantBasedBride]

Thank you so much!

[@scarletmarie1350]

omg please do make a video filling out the book bracket, that sounds so interesting!

[@sarakdonovan]

This is inspiring me to start reading again. Thank you!

[@PlantBasedBride]

Aw yay I'm so glad!

[@bomanhansson]

So happy I found your channel and I am now following you on Goodreads. It is not often I find women that loves scifi. LOVE Becky Chambers Wayfarer series and To Be Taught...

[@selmasjournal2155]

Wowowwo this is absolutely stunning 🤩

[@ritahertzberg5762]

Just exquisite. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@LittleJoSleep]

So excited for the dedicated book bracket video! 😍

[@PlantBasedBride]

I think it’ll be fun!

[@theartesana]

This is beautiful!! ❣️✨

[@keishajames7475]

Love your book journal.❤️

[@PlantBasedBride]

Thank you!

[@jessplansandwrites]

I‘ve got a reading journal since January 2020 (well, one is full already, so it‘s two now). Mine is a lot simpler in design - just some washi plus the book cover printed on Tomoe River Paper plus my notes. Your spreads are so beautiful! Thanks for sharing this flipthrough!

[@jeanetteskoglund4254]

Love this type of reading journal and thanks for the great tips!

[@PlantBasedBride]

You are so welcome!

[@elizabethfrias3194]

At the beginning of the year I wanted to have a reading journal but I lost inspiration. Watching you explain your beautiful reading journal inspired me to try to do one :)

[@Amyduckie]

This is making me want to add some reading spreads to my bujo. I track all my reading digitally, currently. I’ve read The House in the Cerulean Sea and omg, isn’t it just *wonderful*?! I ended up rereading it myself this year and then later reading it with my husband as well and he loved it too. All I have to do is bring up the kids from the book and he gets all 🥺😍🥺😍🥺😍