EBJ - Annual Reading Goals

All this month, I'm talking about how to use Microsoft OneNote to create an electronic bullet journal. Visit the Office Warrior Connection's index page to a list of topics.

Annual Reading Goals
I keep a long list of recommendations and books I stumble across that I would like to read. Actually, I keep several lists. I have one in a paper notebook, one in Microsoft OneNote as a task item, one on Goodreads, one on Pinterest, and I'm sure there are more that are currently slipping mind.

I started a new one in my 2019 Bullet Journal in Microsoft OneNote for Reading Goals for this year. OneNote lets me keep all my notes organized and accessible because I can access a synced copy from any of my devices. If I'm on the road, I can use my phone. If I'm sitting in front of a computer and have an epiphany, I can jump into the app.

For this year's annual reading goal, I made a conscious decision to read more books with diversity, either diverse characters or authors with "own voices." Please feel free to share your recommendations. If you drop me one though, please tell me what you love about the story. I am English speaking only, so please include a link to an English translation if the author is writing in a native language other than mine.

Instructions: Annual Reading Goals

1. Create a new page in your electronic bullet journal called "Annual Reading Goals."
   If you have not created a journal yet and need instructions, check here.
   If you need assistance creating a new page, check here.
2. Add the titles below to your page (or select your own titles):
   Top File I really want to read this year
   Classics I know I should read
   Books I want to reread from my childhood
   Instructional books on writing or editing
   Diverse Authors/Stories
   Out of my wheelhouse
3. Create a checklist under each heading
   If you need help creating a new check list, check here.
4. Add some titles to your lists.
5. Get reading and check off the titles you read!

Download the Annual Reading Goals template
Template Instructions

Optional Steps
Keep in mind that a bullet journal has a primary goal of setting goals and establishing personal accountability, but it also is an historical reference. One way you could extend the history on a page like this would be to include a rating or review. As you check the book off, consider taking a quick note about what you loved or hated about the story, and giving it a review. You could even use the Star icon by selecting a symbol from the Insert > Symbols menu.
 
Adaptations
Have you customized my instructions to make your journal uniquely your own? I'd love to see or hear how! Please post your creation on your favorite social media platform and tag me or leave a comment with a link in the notes below!
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