Meet the Monolith

Big notebook for
big ideas.

A 7.25" × 10" hardcover with 216 pages of 100gsm acid-free paper that lays flat. Dot grid, indentation rule, or both.
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★ 4.8 from 430 verified reviews

More Than The Average Notebook. Literally.

When designing the Monolith, we focused on features that would create the most enjoyable writing experience. Besides being larger than most notebooks, the Monolith boasts more horizontal space so you have more room to write comfortably.

The Notebook People Are Talking About

★ 4.8 from 430 verified Monolith reviews · 1,585 Kickstarter backers

The Details

Large Format

Lay Flat Design

100 GSM Paper

Dense Hardcover

216 Pages

See What Other Creatives Are Saying

4.8★ from 430 verified Monolith reviews.

  • I have been buying monoliths as my regular work notebook for about six years now and I’ve filled up about twenty of them. They are by far the most comfortable and versatile notebook I‘ve ever used.

    — Jeremy W., Monolith owner · Monolith

  • This may be the best journal I’ve ever used. Built like a Sherman tank, amazing paper. When I’m using it I don’t want to stop writing.

    — Steve, Monolith owner · Monolith

  • The dot grid on the left pages is perfect for making UML and architecture diagrams that actually look neat, nice, and organized, since you can align things to the grid.
    The indentation rule on the right pages is perfect for pseudocode, and also for making outlines; I use it to take notes before and during engineering meetings.

    — Matthew J., Software engineer · Monolith

  • I’ve been using C&Q Monolith notebooks for years. Over the years, I have used Black & Red, Moleskin, Leuchtturm1917, and cheap imitations, and this is my favorite.

    — Oliver S., Monolith owner · Monolith

  • I've always known that I'm a blend of left and right brain, but the fact that this notebook felt immediately like home seems to confirm this suspicion.

    — Neel R., Monolith owner · Monolith

  • Something about adding handwriting to my digital life is very pleasing. It allows reflection , focus on the act of writing and pulling one’s thoughts together in analog form. It is simply a pleasurable break from the madness of digital.

    — Brian W., Monolith owner · Monolith

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Customizable Layout

Two modes, one spread

1. Select Your Page Layouts

Choose between dot grid for both pages, indentation rule for both pages, or dot grid (left) and indentation rule (right).

2. Designed For Creativity

Dot grids and indentation rule create structure when you need it while still giving you plenty of space for creativity.

3. Designed For Comfort

Larger than most notebooks and made with more horizontal space, it offers a premium writing experience.
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Monolith

430 reviews

A BIG notebook for your BIG ideas, the Monolith gives you plenty of space to work with.

$32.00

A customizable notebook for all your big ideas.
Color
Layout
  • Big 7.25" × 10" canvas with extra horizontal room for diagrams and long-form notes
  • 216 pages of 100gsm acid-free, fine-grain paper
  • Lays flat, so you can write across either page
  • Stitched-in bookmark keeps your place
  • Choose Dot Grid / Indentation Rule, Indentation Rule on both pages, or Dot Grid on both pages
  • Free US shipping $45+
  • Happiness Guarantee
  • Secure checkout · Shop Pay installments

Happiness Guarantee

Have an issue? We'll handle it. Email support@codeandquill.com and we'll make it right.

Questions, answered

Will my fountain pen bleed through?

Our 100gsm acid-free paper handles gel, ballpoint, fineliners and most fountain-pen inks with little or no bleed. Very wet inks, broad nibs and alcohol markers (Copic, Sharpie) can show through. Reviewers use Lamy, TWSBI, Pilot and Micron pens happily.
What is the Indentation Rule?

Lined pages with faint vertical tick marks. They make it easy to indent code, outlines and nested lists. The lines are 1/4" (6.4 mm) apart, and the dot grid is 5 mm.
Does it really lay flat?

Yes. Our notebooks are bound to open flat, so you can write across either page without fighting the spine.
Do your notebooks have a pocket or elastic band?

No, by design: no elastic to fight and no pocket bulge, just a flatter, cleaner writing surface. Want a pen on board? Add the Adhesive Pen Loop.

Bookmarks vary by notebook (the Monolith has a stitched-in bookmark), so check the Specs on each product page.
How fast is shipping?

Free US shipping on orders $45+. Standard 3–8 days, Expedited 1–4 days, 2-Day available. International ships flat-rate.