From Edie: Looking for last-minute Christmas gifts for writers? This practical wish list shares writer-approved gift ideas—from pens and notebooks to tech and cozy favorites.
Last-Minute Christmas Gift Ideas for Writers: A Practical Wish List Writers Will Loveby Ane Mulligan @AneMulligan
I'm working on my Christmas wish list for my husband. I'll leave copies of it in his TV watching chair, at his easel, on his desk, next to the toaster, and in the fridge, hoping he gets the hint. While this is not an exhaustive list, here are some gift ideas all writers will love.
Gifts for Writers
Pens: Gadgetry or plain, we're pushovers for new pens. My favorite are Tul (pronounced tool) carried in Office Depot or Walmart. There are inexpensive ones and ones that are in the medium range. I also love the new Sharpie gel pens.
Notepads: Writers always get new ideas and need a place to jot them down, lest they be forgotten. A small notebook for purse or pocket is always a great gift. All the better if they have a great quote or typewriter on them. Redbubble has some fun ones. Shutterfly.com has one you can put your writer's favorite quote on the cover.
Jewelry: For the gals, writerly earrings are fun. They can open all kinds of wonderful conversations, allowing you to promote your books. For the guys, a tie pin or key fob can do the same thing. Etsy has great ones. One caution if you are buying for another writer. While researching this post, I bought a pair of earrings for myself. I know. I know. I shouldn't have, but they're pen nibs, and I couldn't depend on my husband or son for them. Not that they don't get me things I love, but jewelry to them is … well … not normal.
Socks: Since we spend a lot of time at our desks, especially during the winter, warm, writerly socks are a great gift. Here's another pair. Just use your favorite search engine and search for "writer's socks."
Messenger Box: This is a cool gift for writing men. I found a nice one Wood Art Supply.
Traveling Toolbox: This is similar to the Messenger Box. Levenger has a writers travel toolbox, filled with the tools a writer needs. It's a bit pricey, though.
Coffee/tea mugs: A lot of places have them. Here's one from Zazzle. You can also make a personalized mug on GotPrint.Need inspiration?: a navigator's compass can be engraved with a quote.
T-shirts: These are always fun, and there are numerous writerly one out there. Google writer t-shirts and you'll find several places. As always, Etsy is a great place to search.
Technology: if you want to spend more money, there is always technology. I happen to be an Apple fan, and I have an Apple watch on the top of mine. I love when all my devices sync, so my calendar and reminders are on everything. Now, if I can only get my family to understand the thrid part of my tech-triangle is missing.
Here's a list of 7 places I researched for this post:
Pens: Gadgetry or plain, we're pushovers for new pens. My favorite are Tul (pronounced tool) carried in Office Depot or Walmart. There are inexpensive ones and ones that are in the medium range. I also love the new Sharpie gel pens.
Notepads: Writers always get new ideas and need a place to jot them down, lest they be forgotten. A small notebook for purse or pocket is always a great gift. All the better if they have a great quote or typewriter on them. Redbubble has some fun ones. Shutterfly.com has one you can put your writer's favorite quote on the cover.
Jewelry: For the gals, writerly earrings are fun. They can open all kinds of wonderful conversations, allowing you to promote your books. For the guys, a tie pin or key fob can do the same thing. Etsy has great ones. One caution if you are buying for another writer. While researching this post, I bought a pair of earrings for myself. I know. I know. I shouldn't have, but they're pen nibs, and I couldn't depend on my husband or son for them. Not that they don't get me things I love, but jewelry to them is … well … not normal.
Socks: Since we spend a lot of time at our desks, especially during the winter, warm, writerly socks are a great gift. Here's another pair. Just use your favorite search engine and search for "writer's socks."
Messenger Box: This is a cool gift for writing men. I found a nice one Wood Art Supply.
Traveling Toolbox: This is similar to the Messenger Box. Levenger has a writers travel toolbox, filled with the tools a writer needs. It's a bit pricey, though.
Coffee/tea mugs: A lot of places have them. Here's one from Zazzle. You can also make a personalized mug on GotPrint.Need inspiration?: a navigator's compass can be engraved with a quote.
T-shirts: These are always fun, and there are numerous writerly one out there. Google writer t-shirts and you'll find several places. As always, Etsy is a great place to search.
Technology: if you want to spend more money, there is always technology. I happen to be an Apple fan, and I have an Apple watch on the top of mine. I love when all my devices sync, so my calendar and reminders are on everything. Now, if I can only get my family to understand the thrid part of my tech-triangle is missing.
Here's a list of 7 places I researched for this post:
- Amazon
- Etsy
- Levenger
- Personalization Mall
- Redbubble
- Shutterfly
- Temu (From Edie, be careful when shopping on Temu, there are lots of spam, malware, and hidden tariff fees here)
- Writer's Digest
- Zazzle
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Ane Mulligan lives life from a director’s chair, both in theatre and at her desk creating novels. Entranced with story by age three, at five she saw PETER PAN onstage and was struck with a fever from which she never recovered—stage fever. One day, her passions collided, and an award-winning, bestselling novelist emerged. She believes chocolate and coffee are two of the four major food groups and lives in Sugar Hill, GA, with her artist husband and a rascally Rottweiler. Find Ane on her website, Amazon Author page, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, The Write Conversation, and Blue Ridge Conference Blog.
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