Lyricist's Notebook (RP Minis) Paperback – September 8, 2004

My new pup ate the first one... seriously! So when it came time to replace this one I looked at many different options, for no other reason than to see what else was on the market. (First one was gifted to me). Most others that you’ll find are 5x8’s, which frankly IMO are just too small for laying our lyrics. Only drawback, but this is common to almost all, is that the perfect binding prevents it from laying flat until you wear it in. Otherwise, this is perfectly laid out, organized and inspiring. I bought two to replace my chewed up one, bc I plan to fill them both and wanted to make sure I had them in the off chance they go out of print. Enjoy! You won’t regret getting this one.

I've been writing lyrics and notes in various notebooks that I use for multiple purposes so I liked the idea of having one just for lyrics. This notebook is a nice size, easy to carry with me on the go (in my work bag or in hand). The cover design is unique and fun. At the top of each left side page is a place for the Date & Location, Title, and Inspiration. The rest of the page and the following, right-hand page are lined for writing. Nothing fancy, but useful. At the bottom of each left-hand page is a quote from a musician/songwriter. I like that kind of thing in general, but I was little shocked when I first opened the notebook, the first quote I read was from Lou Reed and it included an F-bomb. I know that many people wouldn't be bothered by that, but I'd prefer not to have that kind of language on something I'm using for creative purposes. I had planned to send one of these to a friend of mine who writes contemporary Christian songs, for fun, so I'm really glad I got one for myself first and noticed that quote because, even though I knew the quotes were secular in nature, I wouldn't want to send him something like that.Anyhow, for the price, it's a fun, neat little book to contain your musings. I can't vouch for the "clean-ness" of the other quotes because I haven't looked through them all, but if that matters to you, beware of at last that one quote.

I'm really very pleased with this notebook. It's a great size, though a bit large to keep in a guitar case, it will fit very nicely into a gig bag, backpack or purse. I don't think I'd really want it any smaller as it would be too hard to write in. It's nicely arranged with one side of the page for writing down some quick notes, such as the date, title and what inspired the lyrics and the other side is for the "finished" version. It also has guitar chord boxes long the top of the pages, though I don't know that I'll use them, as I like to write chords above the lyrics, but a nice touch none the less. I also like the quotes at the bottom of the pages, a nice bit of inspiration. The only thing that might have made this a little better would be if it was in a sprial form. But that in no way detracts from this nice, little book that I know will get a lot of use!

I actually would've preferred if this book came in a hardcover because I fear the thin paper cover will not withstand an artist's abuse. Another reviewer mentioned swear words in the quotes, I haven't seen anything and I've scoured every page of this notebook. Maybe that was the case in previous releases, but in the 2014 addition there's no such thing. I think this notebook is perfect for guitar students who are learning to write songs and are experimenting with some original pieces. The blank guitar chord charts that adorn each page are perfect for beginners. I would recommend it for my students, I just worry how well it will hold up.

This format is well thought out. I don't think I could design a better template for writing. Would love to see this available as filler for for a three ring binder.

Love the concept, design, and content of this book. It's really great. However, as other reviewers noted, the glued binding is a poor design. The binding IS going to become a problem with use. The paperback book only stays open (kinda) if you fold the pages against the binding. It really should be spiral bound to be as functional as it should be. That said, the design is awesome - the inspirations inside are great. The publisher just might want to make some improvements on the functional features of it.I also wish there were more pages, because the 5" x 7" book is going to use up more pages than a larger one would, so you are going to run out of room fairly quickly.

Two problems with the book. 1) The notebook is smaller then a college ruled notebook. When writing lyrics, you may write variations of the lyrics which take up a lot of space. Using a college ruled notebook, I may use up to three pages of modifications of the lyrics. This book I'll end up using four pages for all my notes. The book has to be larger in size. 2) Needs to be spiral bound. It's a nice book, but to small to use the way they have it designed ( One page for a work sheet, one page for the completed song) Perhaps they should have talked with songwriters when putting this notebook together.

Ran across this Lyricist notebook and ordered several. I keep a copy in my bag to jot down ideas. I like the Design and the motivational sayings in the book.Matthew Teacher seems to know what musicians/songwriters need as tools. His Lyricist Notebook and Musicians notebook have been a "go to" for mein recent months. I try to keep a few on my bookshelf as backups.

I wish it was hard back. If you put it in your back the cover will rip off.

Product arrived quickly and was just what was needed - would recommend.

Excellent- a very useful book