Something I've grown to appreciate over the years is having a good notebook. I'm not talking about the spiral kind used in schools. On many occasions I've had the need to take notes during an interview or just write down some ideas. Even though most people may have a smart phone or tablet with them, there's something about the act of writing stuff down.
Moleskine is a brand of high quality notebooks. They also make other products but they have unleashed one that will catch your attention, the Batman Limited Edition Collection. They will have four different themed cover designs with metallic detail. There will be a fifth design with original illustrations from THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS.
They come in two different sizes--pocket and large. I was able to get a copy of a pocket version. What's really cool is that, yes, it fits into your back pocket. It has 192 pages with dimensions of 3.5" x 5.5". The large version has 240 pages with dimensions of 5" x 8.25". The price for the pocket is $18.95 and the large is $24.00.
The hardcover is nice and sturdy. The pages have a nice feel to them too. Not too thin. It also has one of those elastic things to keep the book closed or simply to save your place.
You also have the option of ruled or plain paper.
Another extra is a limited edition set of Batman stickers in a pocket inside the back cover.
As for the different versions, here's some shots from Moleskine:
Moleskine even made a video to show the notebooks off.
Even though I do have the one notebook, I'm tempted to get some more. Maybe I'm just a sucker when I hear "limited edition" and the fact that they will be gone eventually. I would have a hard time choosing which other one I'd want.
If you're familiar with Moleskine notebooks, you know what to expect. If you're feeling any creative urges lying inside, I do think the act of actually writing instead of typing on a phone or tablet allows your creative juices to flow more. You have to admit, they look pretty cool too. If you get commissions from comic artists at conventions, this could be something cool to use as well.
You can order one for yourself at shop.moleskine.com (in the US) and store.moleskine.com in EMEA. They'll also be available in Moleskine stores worldwide. Let me know which design you dig the most.
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