: Re: Taking notes while reading I read books for fun and to help my writing. I want to remember the cool things I read, but I don't want to distract from the enjoyment of reading. Any suggestions

Another idea to throw into the ring: blog your notes.
I get inspired by Derek Sivers' book notes online.
I agree with Koen about transferring notes into a computer. And with Craig about writing a review.
Combo that with a blog to help others and to better cement in your head what you've read.
Joe Karbo said you should RSVP important things you read and learn, to firmly internalize them and live them:

Read
Study
Verbalize (Teach)
Practice (do it)

The questioner asked about methods to use without getting distracted from reading, so perhaps my ideas are not overly applicable here.

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