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Welcome to my Holiday Gift Guide!

Writers have many special needs, but it is not always easy for non-writers to know the perfect gift for the writer in their life. I have spent my entire professional life as a writer, working with other writers, and teaching writers. This lens will help you identify the perfect gift for the writer in your life -- whatever your price range.

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The Best Gifts For Writers

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Tools of the trade

Pens

Yes, modern writers compose on a computer, but sometimes you just need the feel of a pen in hand to compose and sometimes you need pen and paper to edit
Zebra Orbitz Gel Retractable 0.7mm Black Roller Ball Pen 12 Pack (41010)

Zebra Orbitz Gel Retractable 0.7mm Black Roller Ball Pen 12 Pack (41010)

Amazon Price: $7.31 (as of 05/29/2012)Buy Now

Writer's hand

Journal

Sometimes writers want a place to keep notes that is portable and sometimes they want the tactile experience of writing by hand. Whatever kind of writer they are -- they need a writing journal.
Rediform DaVinci Notebook, College Rule, 9.25 x 7.25 Inches, Cream, 150 Sheets per Pad (A8005)

Rediform DaVinci Notebook, College Rule, 9.25 x 7.25 Inches, Cream, 150 Sheets per Pad (A8005)

Amazon Price: $6.45 (as of 05/30/2012)Buy Now

Pencils

Paper

Writers go through a lot of paper -- printing out notes, drafts for editing, and backup copies
HP Multipurpose Copy/Laser/Inkjet Paper, 96 Brightness, 20 lb, Letter Size (8.5 x 11), 500 Sheets (11200-0)

HP Multipurpose Copy/Laser/Inkjet Paper, 96 Brightness, 20 lb, Letter Size (8.5 x 11), 500 Sheets (11200-0)

Amazon Price: $2.00 (as of 05/30/2012)Buy Now

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Inspiration

Music

Music can provide inspiration and motivation. I often listen to mood music of various sorts whether it is ethnic, classical, or soundtracks, that helps set the tone for the piece of writing that I am working on. I also use music to cover up background noise and distractions.
Apple iPod shuffle 2 GB Silver (4th Generation) NEWEST MODEL

Apple iPod shuffle 2 GB Silver (4th Generation) NEWEST MODEL

Amazon Price: $44.99 (as of 05/30/2012)Buy Now

Rudyard Kipling

An Incredible Library

You can't be a good writer without also reading -- a lot. You must study the competition and you must understand the context of your work which means reading your predecessors. Depending on your focus, you may also need to read for research purposes.
Kindle Keyboard 3G, Free 3G + Wi-Fi, 6

Kindle Keyboard 3G, Free 3G + Wi-Fi, 6" E Ink Display

Amazon Price: $189.00 (as of 05/30/2012)Buy Now

Writer Maya Angelou
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Advice

On Writing

A memoir of craft

One of my personal favorites and a book I frequently share with other writers
On Writing: 10th Anniversary Edition: A Memoir of the Craft

On Writing: 10th Anniversary Edition: A Memoir of the Craft

by: Stephen King

Amazon Price: $7.90 (as of 05/29/2012)Buy Now

Bird By Bird

Some instructions on writing and life

One of my personal favorites and a book I frequently share with other writers
Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life

Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life

by: Anne Lamott

Amazon Price: $5.99 (as of 05/30/2012)Buy Now

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Storage

Flash drive

For more storage and backup

Whether your writer uses multiple computers or not, every writer can always use more storage and will sleep easier at night with their files backed up
Kingston Digital 16 GB USB 2.0 Hi-speed Datatraveler Flash Drive DT101G2/16GBZ, Black

Kingston Digital 16 GB USB 2.0 Hi-speed Datatraveler Flash Drive DT101G2/16GBZ, Black

Amazon Price: $5.78 (as of 05/30/2012)Buy Now

External hard drive

To provide more storage and backup

Losing their work is one of a writer's worst nightmares. Give them the gift of security with backup.
Western Digital My Passport Essential 500 GB USB 2.0 Portable External Hard Drive

Western Digital My Passport Essential 500 GB USB 2.0 Portable External Hard Drive

Amazon Price: $149.99 (as of 05/30/2012)Buy Now

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Choices

Gift certificate

Let your writer decide whether they need inspiration, advice, storage, or tools of the trade.
Amazon.com $50 Gift Card (0109)

Amazon.com $50 Gift Card (0109)

Amazon Price: $50.00 (as of 05/30/2012)Buy Now

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Happy holidays!

  • Margo_Arrowsmith Dec 15, 2010 @ 6:35 am | delete
    One of the best books I ever read on writing is by Natalie Goldberg and it is called Writing Down the Bones.
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