![]() Finally, I start annotating! I will highlight, underline, notate, and doodle throughout the book for passages that speak to me in my preferred categories. "I like a bit more structure (as a type-A girly), so, I typically annotate for Quotes, Impactful Passages, Romantic Moments, and Details because these are my favorite parts of books. "Some people like to create categories as they read, which is so fun!" she says. Hennigan starts by choosing her tools, annotating plan, and the categories she's looking for. ![]() "I’m so glad to have certain passages from my favorite books easily accessible. The only books she doesn't write in are special editions, books that belong to other people, or library books. "I annotate as I read by always making sure I have a pen/pencil/highlighter in my hand," Bing says. And it might just teach you something new about yourself, too. If you're a book lover who's always looking to expand your reading experience, then you've come to the right place! Similar to the way Powerpoint Parties, theories, and author interviews help us get to know stories more intimately, annotating gets into the nitty gritty of understanding the internal workings of a character. There is something to be said about the physical experience of sitting down with a book, turning the pages, and savoring a story over the course of weeks." But I strongly believe that the written word can capture and create stories in a way that something audio/visual cannot. "Sometimes in this era of everything digital, reading can seem antiquated. "I read entertainment, an intellectual challenge, to connect with others, or to learn," Bing agrees. This has translated into adulthood, making reading both something that pushes me to grow while also providing comfort." "Growing up as an only child, I found reading especially meaningful for times when I was alone. ![]() "Reading allows me to experience new worlds and perspectives," Hennigan says.
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