3 Notebook Alternatives So That Your Writing Ideas Are Never Lost

My writing notebook was destroyed. I cried. A lot.

Still Penguins Seldom Waddle
Writers’ Blokke

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Oh, my writer’s notebook. I would put it up there with the top three things I would grab if my house were on fire. If you are true writer, you have a notebook or something similar and keep it with you at all times. You use it to jot down story ideas, quotes, random thoughts, deadlines, doodles, and whatever else pops into your brain that you may need to remember later. It is your holy grail.

My notebook, however, in my rush to leave my office, was left on my desk, which was directly under the air condition unit. Overnight, the unit leaked. The water didn’t even touch my computer, but all the paperwork in the area was soaked, including THE notebook. I tried to salvage it, but it was gone. All of my ideas from the past year, erased. I cried real tears.

I am starting over, but this time, I am going to be smarter. Just like with our data from our computers and phones, having a backup is absolutely necessary. I learned that the hard way unfortunately.

Depending on your preference, here are some ideas that might not only save us from the heartache of losing our life’s work but may actually be more convenient. Who knows? It may even increase productivity.

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Still Penguins Seldom Waddle
Writers’ Blokke

Working mom who uses her curiosity to fuel the curiosities of others ~ Writes mostly history and true crime