Thinking of giving your favourite writer a gift? Or is it time to treat yourself? It’s never too late or early, and you don’t need a special occasion to give or enjoy a thoughtful token—especially if helps motivate you or someone you care about.
Check out these gift ideas:
Journals are always a hit with writers because they’re a staple most of us use every day. From high-end leather covers and fancy filigree, to customizable journals and notebooks, there’s no shortage of options to help you record your plans, unscramble your thoughts and organize your writing time.
If your reference bookshelf needs some additions with new perspectives, here are my top picks for nonfiction books for writers:
The War of Art – to deal with procrastination
The Synonym Finder – to broaden your vocabulary
The Successful Author Mindset – to banish all types of fear, manage expectations and create a writing strategy
The Novel Marker’s Handbook – for a no-fluff guide to constructing your first novel.
Looking for an engaging fiction book or two to curl up with while you’re on holiday or vacation? Here’s what I’d choose: The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry for a deep, emotional dive, The Governess Affair for the quirky romance lover in your life, or The Perils of Morning Coffee for a quick and fun read.
If you’re on a tight budget, bookmarks are affordable, creative and show your favourite writer that they’re in your thoughts. Tap into your inner school kid and with a few basic supplies you can create personalized bookmarks with paper clips, paint chips, or by using origami. Check out this page for more ideas.
Not feeling crafty? How about some writing software that helps writers simplify the book-writing process?
If you have the budget, a writing retreat or conference may just be the mental break you need. Because they’re typically held in serene locations, they allow you to focus solely on your writing while meeting new and likeminded writers who can help you reconnect with your creative genius. There are too many out there to list; do an online search to shortlist those that will best suit your needs.
Colouring books have gained traction in recent years and become an inspiring, meditative and de-stressing outlet for adults. But don’t be fooled—they’re not your mama’s colouring book. Highly detailed and intricately designed, they come in different themes such as the 90s, mandalas, nautical, tattoos, food and more.
You can find unique and handmade journals, bookshelves and jewelry for writers on Etsy; funky bags, stationery and mugs at my latest find: Fly Paper.
What’s on your wish list of gifts?