It is sturdy and I love that it comes with a pen, pen holder and closing strap. Also plenty of pagesFits well in my hip pocket. Nice to have a pen right with the notebook.These are handy and attractive little notebooks. I keep one in my purse and one in my car for whenever I need to take notes, grocery lists, or reminders for myself. They are attractive and sturdy. The pages are lined and have a space to record the date. There is a pen attached to each, and they are held closed by and elastic band. Very useful!Just what I needed for my religion cclass to use as a prayer book.Just got the box of six of these adorable notebooks. I’ve been buying poppin for years, but this is going to be even better - it even has a pen and two lovely ribbon bookmarks. My only criticism: you can’t buy a set with a variety of colors, which was something I loved about poppin. This notebook comes in such great colors, I’d love a mixed set.They were for my youngest daughter. She likes to send messages. She loved them.These were the perfect size for our students. Loved that they came in our program color. Excellent little notebooks! Loved them so much we bought more :)Nice product. Great price!