About Whimsy Dream Reads

I've loved reading ever since I was a kid, but somewhere between growing up, becoming a mom, and the busyness of everyday life, I drifted away from it.

When I finally found my way back to books, it felt like finding a piece of myself again. Reading became my little escape, a quiet place where I could slow down, breathe, and disappear into another world for a while.

But after finishing a book, I noticed something.

A few weeks later, I could remember loving the story... but I couldn't always remember why.

The beautiful quotes, the heartbreaking moments, the scenes that made me laugh out loud or cry would slowly fade. I wanted a way to hold onto those feelings.

That's when I discovered annotating.

As I began marking favorite quotes, emotional scenes, funny moments, and unforgettable chapters, reading became so much more than simply finishing a book. It became a conversation between me and the story. Every sticky tab represented a memory, an emotion, or a moment I never wanted to forget.

When I opened those books again, I wasn't just rereading them, I was reliving them.

I've also always struggled with retaining information. Whether it was in school or simply remembering the details of a book I loved, I've always had to work a little harder. I know I'm not alone. Many readers, whether they have ADHD, dyslexia, another learning difference, or simply a busy mind, experience the same thing.

Annotating completely changed that for me.

It helped me stay present while I was reading, remember stories more clearly, and reflect on what I'd learned long after I'd finished the last page.

One day, I decided to make my own annotation bookmark.

The first one worked... but it wasn't exactly beautiful.

So, I kept redesigning it until it became something that felt just as magical as the books I loved. Before long, people started asking where I got it, and that's when the idea for Whimsy Dream Reads was born.

I realized this little bookmark wasn't just helping me; it could help other readers too.

Every bookmark is thoughtfully designed to make annotating feel simple, beautiful, and enjoyable. My hope is that it helps you slow down, connect more deeply with the stories you read, and create memories you'll treasure every time you open your books again.

Thank you for being here and for supporting my little dream. It truly means the world to me.

With love,

Meli
Founder of Whimsy Dream Reads 🤍