10 Gift Ideas for the Writer in Your Life

Hello, my fellow gift givers,

And we know what that means. It’s time to buy presents, which can be stressful, especially if you don’t know where to start. So making it a little easier, I have come up with a list of 10 gifts the writer in your life will love.

1. Stone Papper Notebooks Notebooks are a staple of any writer’s toolbox. Now if you would like to make it a little more special, why note get them a stone paper notebook. The pages are waterproof, which is great even you prefer taking notes outside or are more on the clumsy side. The notebook ensures your notes are protected from any tea, coffee, or rain damage.

2. Pens Now a notebook is no use without a pen to write with. Some people might think that pens are a cop out a gift for a writer. Yet I have still not met one who doesn’t love a good bit of stationary. If you want to make it more special, investigate some fancy or refillable. My sister has got me great pens for many occasions, and I love them all.

3. Writers Dice/Story Cubes Story dice are a great way to fend off the writer’s block or even provide some fun prompts. They come in many types, so you can pick out the right set for the writer in your life. Regardless of which set you use, the writing dice are a good way to grease the creative cogs.

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4. Writing/Literary Magazine subscription Literary and Writing a magazines great gift, they can read works from other writers in their genera as well as learn some tips and tricks on a monthly basis. It’s a gift that keeps on giving. I received one of these for a gift one year and I looked forward to them coming through the post. There is also a significant source of fining new writing outlets as well.

(Image taken from The Natinal Writing Centre)

5. Writing Software A useful gift which I’m sure many a writer would appreciate. There are hundreds of different softwares out there for various types of writers and what every they struggle with. ProWritinAid Is a great tool for self-editing. Or if they need a software which is more supportive during the novel writing process, why note buy them a subscription to Dabble or Scrivener? For scrip writers, getting them a subscription for Final Draft.

6. Murder Board When I mean a murder board, I mean a white/corkboard somewhere where your writer can visualise and map out their story. If you're a writer, don’t have a space like that, yet this could be a great gift to give them.  

7. Dictaphone Not all writers like taking physical notes, some prefer talking through a scene. And the best way not to lose any of your notes is if you recorded them. You can get pretty decent Dictaphone for around £16, but you can also get a transcribing Dictaphone which can make you access your notes as soon as you upload it to your computer.

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8. Writing Talisman A little good look charm hurt no one. An artist Nona I met at comic con twice has a lovely collection of talismans for various creative pursuits. Assentially you could make anything a writing talisman for your writer. It's a cute little way tolet them know you support them.

(image taken from nona)

9, Book Vouchers If you are a writer, chances are you are a reader, and an avid one at that. Maybe you can’t always find a book they don’t already have, so why not get them a voucher? They can use it in any book they like, even some craft books which can be on the pricier side.

(image taken from Natinol Book Tokens)

10. Writing Carepackage If you are looking for something a little more personalised, why note but together a writer’s care package? Get a box and fill it with little treats and goodies for when your writer turns in to goblin mode and wants to finish their draft. Some teas, or hot chocolate and nice snacks they can nibble on. Don’t forget the stress ball. Stress balls are excellent gifts.  

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I hope this list helped spark some Christmas inspiration, but don’t forget. The writer in your life will love anything that you get them, as long as it was gifted with thought. Enjoy the festive months and the time spent with family and friends.

The Overly Anxious Writer