The cover to this is soft, great for laying flat! Soft-touch and Water Resistant: Velvety smooth to the touch, this soft-touch cover feels like magic in your hands. Perfect Classic Size: 5.25" x 8.25" softcover notebook, ideal for portability and space. 144 lined pages Layflat and Build to Last: Durable, Smyth-sewn binding for long-lasting use.