I have nothing but good things to say about this journal.  The black matte cover is beautiful with imprints of the titles of famous books on it.  The size is just right for carrying in your shoulder bag or briefcase.  In the front of the journal there are pages to muse about the great books you've read, what you thought of them, memorable quotes, anything you'd like to write in order to refresh your memory when you look back at this journal.  Bibliophiles will love it!  The paper is smooth, and top quality.  In the back there are lots of stickers so that you can personalize your journal, and a mini accordian file to stash notes or receipts pertaining to your book buying habits.  There are three separate ribbon dividers attached to the journal for bookmarking and a very nice hard plastic bookmark with the names of famous novels on it.  I almost forgot the elastic band around it that helps you keep everything from falling out of it.  I'm sure I'll have mine for years to come.