Book and Quill
minecraft:writable_bookThe Book and Quill is a craftable item that lets players write and edit text across up to 100 pages in Java Edition. Once signed, it becomes a written book that can no longer be edited, and it can be displayed on lecterns for others to read. It is a fully renewable resource made from common farming and mob-drop materials.
FAQ
How do I make a Book and Quill?
Combine a Book, an Ink Sac, and a Feather in any arrangement on a crafting table. Books come from paper, ink sacs from squids, and feathers from chickens.
What happens when I sign a book?
Signing it lets you name it for free and permanently prevents further edits, turning it into a fixed written book with an author and title.
Can I copy written books with a Book and Quill?
Yes. Crafting one with a written book produces a "Copy of Original" or "Copy of Copy," though copies of copies cannot be duplicated further as an anti-spam measure.
What's the page and character limit?
Java Edition allows up to 1,023 characters per page across 100 pages, while Bedrock Edition caps at 256 characters per page across 50 pages.