Get your write on: Our favorite notebooks for brainstorming

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Even though I use my computer, iPad and iPhone for most of my business and photography needs, I still enjoy using a pen and notebook. I love to keep at least one notebook with me at all times. I am constantly writing down my to-do lists, inspirational ideas and general notes about things I want to remember. Whether I am shopping at Target or browsing online, I can’t seem to help but buy another one. These are some of my favorite picks for fun, stylish and smart notebooks.

The Simplified Journal by Emily Ley

I am a huge fan of anything created by Emily Ley. Her simple and yet efficient designs keep my thoughts organized and day running smooth. This notebook is in a journal format and is perfect for keeping track of your thoughts by day. Designed for 100 days, each daily section includes multiple places and prompts to record your big ideas, notes and lists. One of my favorite features is that it lies flat when it is open. Her notebooks and planners are often sold out so if you have to wait for the next round of in-stock items, make sure to check out her free printable library too. $32

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Believe in Beautiful Work One Subject Spiral Notebook

If you are looking for just a simple lined notebook, Poppin has a great selection. My favorites are the heavy duty spiral bound notebooks. They have hard and soft color notebooks, notebook sets and customized notebooks. Multiple colors and designs are available in each style. With such a great price, I never have a problem filling my online shopping cart. Starting at $5

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Mod

Mod notebooks are the perfect way to combine your handwritten notes with digital! Once you have used your Mod notebook, simply send it to Mod and within 5 days, they create a digital copy for you and send you your original notebook back. A free pre-paid shipping label is included with your notebook. You can also sync your pages to Dropbox, Evernote and OneNote. I love knowing that I have another copy on my handwritten notes in the cloud if I ever need them. When you sign up for their email list, you can save 15%. $29

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Moleskine Smart Notebook

I can’t write a post about notebooks and not mention Moleskine. The classic notebooks have now have taken it up a notch. If you are an Adobe Creative Cloud subscriber, you can download the Moleskine app from the Apple Store and use it to capture your notes in this notebook. It syncs easily to the Creative Cloud and makes your notes available no matter where you are. $32.95

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Urban Outfitters Oh Snap Stitched Journal

This adorable lined notebook has a stitched cotton fabric cover and snaps closed. Being on the go a lot, I love how easy it is to tuck away in my purse without the pages opening and getting folded. If you are looking for a pretty place to keep your notes, this notebook is perfect. $24

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Rachel Nielsen

Rachel Nielsen is a full time wedding photographer based in Salt Lake City, Utah. She is inspired by gorgeous light and can be easily bribed with a large Diet Coke. She loves shooting outdoors and can never resist a dramatic sky. She is a Clickin Mom's mentor and instructor of Click Photo School’s "Mastering Manual Exposure". She's been in business since 2010.

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