There was a time when I wouldn't quit on a book series, no matter how difficult I struggled through it. If I'd Started the first book, maybe even the second, I felt obligated to see the entire thing through. I'd struggle through tedious plots, formulaic character growth, and prose that no longer excited me—all because I'd already invested time and effort. Quitting would be a failure. It was akin to admitting that I spent hours, even days, on something that didn't pay off in the end. But as...

There was once an inexplicable comfort in the sight of familiar handwriting–a love letter penned with care, or a simple note from a friend. Each ‘i’ dotted with a splotch of ink, slightly off center yet beautifully imperfect, revealing a small piece of its author. These letters captured emotions in a way that transcends mere words, offering a lasting connection with the author and reader.

Annotations are more than just marks and notes on a page–they are a bridge between the reader and the deeper meaning of the text. Each bo...