I have always struggled when wanting to make notes in most bibles because very few, if any, really "lay flat" even when advertised to do so. The Spiral Bible eliminates both problems! It TRULY lays flat and has more than ample room to make notes! There has been an "adjustment" to the "multi-book" concept. But, overall, it makes me look forward to diving into my study of God's Word! And no more "bleeding through" pages when I highlight passages!