Inspiring Creativity Since 1783 It s Simply soft! The Daler-Rowney Simply Hardbound sketchbook features unlined medium grain paper ideal for any dry technique such as pen or pencil. It has a hard-black matte cover + is durable for on the go artist. The soft white acid-free pages are the perfect canvas for traditional tools like pencils and ink. Fill these blank pages with unique designs and creative illustrations or let your imagination run wild with silly doodles and fun ideas. This 80 page book is your blank canvas - track your progress and watch your drawing skills improve from start to finish.