Taking Notes in Books

The podcast episode discusses the practice of taking notes in books. The host shares his personal experience and provides tips for both fiction and nonfiction books. He suggests purchasing hardcover books for easier note-taking, using a preferred pen or pencil, and underlining ideas that are new or different from one's current beliefs. The host also recommends using a system of stars to highlight important ideas, writing recaps of chapters in fiction books, and writing character notes for complex novels. For nonfiction books, he suggests writing down the one thing you want to change in your life based on what you learned. Additionally, the host offers suggestions for taking notes in borrowed books, such as using a camera to capture important passages and creating a digital note card system. Overall, the episode emphasizes the benefits of engaging with the author and creating a personal interaction through note-taking.