Hi there!
 l am a writer. I am using Wakom tablet for handwriting instead of the keyboard and handwriting recognition software. It works great for me. 
l am also know about notetakers that allow  to write on paper and the system would record it also electronically.
 
The device is called Mobile NoteTaker; includes receiver and digital pen. 

Anyone seen, used such thing and can comment on it? 

Thanks and regards

Taly