A list of the best gifts for writers that aren’t your average present.
I guess you realize Christmas is fast approaching. Are you having problems finding the best gift for writers for the one in your life? Or maybe you’re looking for the perfect birthday gift.
No two writers are the same, so the gift you pick should be unique as well. Just any old gift card won’t do, so you’re probably looking for unique gifts for writers, right? You want a literary gift to show your favorite writer that you put a lot of thought into his or her gift.
Whether your writer friend suffers from writer’s block (writer’s block is the worst), they want something to make the writing process easier, or is looking to hone their writing craft, there is something for every writer on this list.
Join me on this blog post of cool gifts for writers for any occasion. This post was really fun to create, and I hope you find something great to give your favorite writer.
1. You Are a Badass, and You Are a Badass at Making Money-2 Book Collection
Now I know what you’re thinking. Writers are generally book lovers, but books are common gifts, right? Oh, but this one is not.
Jen Sincero writes about being a starving writer and how it took her years to realize she was the one stopping herself from making ridiculous amounts of money. And the whole starving writer thing happens to MANY people, including possibly your favorite writer friend.
You are a Badass at Making Money, and You are a Badass focus on how to be a better you and gives you tips to break the mindset keeping you poor. That mindset is keeping you from being the badass you’re truly supposed to be and prevents many writers from advancing their writing career!
Her humor is refreshing, and she’s not pretentious. Anyone can relate to her story, and it inspires you to live your best life. Check out the book reviews you’ll see it makes a great gift for anyone who is a book lover.
Related: 22 Amazing Books on Freelancing You Need to Read
2. Shakespearean Insults Mug
This gift is probably my favorite on this list. It’s hilarious, and most writers will appreciate this type of humor. This Shakespearean Insults Mug isn’t just any coffee mug and will leave a smile on her face every time she drinks coffee or her favorite beverage from it ( I know some writers prefer tea).
Your writer will also think of you every time she uses it! Now she’ll have plenty of fun insults to sling at you. Thou art a boil! This writer’s mug will surely be a hit this holiday season.
3. Novel Teas
What goes better with a mug than tea? Well, besides coffee, that is. If the special writer in your life is a tea aficionado, then Novel Teas is the perfect accompaniment to the Shakespearean Insults mug.
Each English teabag is individually tagged with famous literary quotes from all over the world, and it may help your favorite writer overcome writer’s block or at least feel good doing it!
4. Fingerless Writing Gloves
If your favorite writer hasn’t read How to Be a Badass at Making Money and she’s keeping the heat set back to save money (or she’s cold-natured), these fingerless writing gloves are the perfect gift!
They come in different designs, but this one is for the writer who loves Edgar Allan Poe and will keep her warm during the writing process. Any avid reader in your home will probably like them too. Fingerless gloves are certainly a unique gift for creative writers.
5. Custom Wax Seal
Now I think that this wax seal set is cool. For those who still like to communicate with old-school snail mail, it’s a cute idea. This Mceal Wax Seal Stamp has an old-world look that will make a great gift for many writers. Many couples use a wax seal for their wedding invitations. It appeals to the romantic in all of us.
6. Quotation Mark Stud Earrings
These Chapter One and The End earrings are a neat and thoughtful gift for your favorite wordsmith. They appeal to a majority of people but are unique enough that none of her friends will have a pair.
They come with a silver, gunmetal, antique bronze, or antique copper finish and aren’t too large to wear. People who buy them love them because they are handmade and one of a kind while looking very professional. Check out the other beautiful earrings in LittleGemGirl’s shop.
7. The Living Well Planner
What writer with a million writing projects in the works wouldn’t love a planner? There are two planners that I really love because they really help you map out goals and achieve them.
Plus, they come with fun stickers, and everyone loves stickers! Well, most people, anyway. My two faves are Erin Condren and Ruth Soukup’s Living Well Spending Less planner. These two planners are unique and fun to use.
The Erin Condren planners allow you to customize them, and they have tons of design choices. Ruth’s planner is the one I use now. There aren’t as many cover designs, but this planner fits my needs and is quite robust with setting goals.
There are pages dedicated to your yearly goals, and then each month has several pages that help you set small goals that bring you closer to achieving your big goals for the year.
What I love is you can create a writing routine and add it to your planner. You can even use it to brain dump in to get those creative juices flowing.
8. Typewriter Key Monogram Necklace
EvaGiftedHands sells these cute necklaces on Etsy. A customized gift shows you put a lot of thought into it, and this is a great present that will make your writer’s friends jealous. Of course, hardly anyone uses typewriters anymore,
But that doesn’t matter because most of us associate writers with a typewriter keyboard. They tend to go hand in hand.
The necklaces are handmade from a typewriter keyboard with a lobster claw closure, and people are raving about them. This is one of my favorite literary gifts she’ll love.
This artist has thousands of positive reviews on Etsy for well-made products and fantastic service. EvaGiftedHands has other fabulous gifts to consider as well, so you may want to stock up on birthday, Mother’s Day, and Christmas presents for the writer in your life.
9. The Gift of a Domain Name and Web Hosting
Now you need to be careful when buying a domain name for the writer in your life. It’s probably one of those gifts that won’t be a surprise because they’ll need to have input on a domain they want to use as a blog or freelance writing website.
But a domain name and web hosting make this list of the best presents for writers because it’s incredibly important if your favorite writer doesn’t have a professional website and blog yet or if she wants to change hers.
You can purchase hosting as well. Bluehost offers hosting for as low as $2.95, and they’re one of the most popular services. The Bluehost web hosting package also comes with a free domain name for a year and a free SSL certificate. (The SSL certificate is expensive.
If you try to add it later, it can be quite pricey.) It’s a practical gift but also one that shows your favorite writer that you support her.
SiteGround is another great web host that offers the same things as Bluehost. The biggest difference between the two is that Siteground is faster, which is better for SEO.
Namehero is another great web hosting company that’s almost as cheap as Bluehost but is an even better hosting company. Many seasoned bloggers are recommending Namehero now.
Bluehost is perfectly fine for beginner bloggers because it offers the best price on web hosting. SiteGround and Namehero are even better, and I personally would go with the two later.
Related: 12 Gift Ideas for Aspiring Writers
10. Desk Organizer
If your writer’s desk looks like mine (like a bomb dropped on it), then a desk organizer is a great gift for her writer’s desk. But don’t just get any desk organizer. This rose gold organizer is beautiful and timeless. and perfect for her writing space.
While it may not inspire creativity, it provides a touch of glamour while keeping everything where the writer in your life can find it. An organized desk saves time and increases productivity, so she’ll get that writing project done faster.
Every writer needs an office or dedicated space to work on projects, so a desk organizer makes one of the best gifts for writers. An organized space increases efficiency and productivity.
11. Books About Writing
Now no list of the best gifts for writers would be complete without a good book about writing. I don’t know a single writer who doesn’t like to read, so books make great gifts. In fact, if someone claims to be a writer but doesn’t like to read, that’s suspicious.
Books about writing are one of the best gifts for writers on any occasion, like this Stephen King one, On Writing. Choose ones related to the work she does, and you’ll be helping her hone her craft. The writer in your life will be thrilled to improve her skills and have something to read at night before she goes to bed.
12. Mightier Pen
We’ve all heard the saying, “The pen is mightier than the sword,” and this Mightier Pen pin is something cute to pin on a jacket or blouse. You can even pin it to a book bag or satchel. This pin is handmade and comes in a few different colors that are feminine and pretty.
The writer in your life will love this pin because it truly makes a statement and solidifies his or her position as a writer or even a writing coach. Heck, get two different colors and so they can wear them with different outfits. You’ll see that the reviews illustrate that people who got this unique present are thrilled.
13. Waterproof Notepad
I don’t know about you, but creative inspiration usually hits me at the most inconvenient times (can we say shower Gods!)
As a writer, I keep a notepad by my bed or use my phone to enter blog posts or story ideas as they come to me. That can be anywhere, anytime, even in the shower.
Whoever thought of the waterproof notebook is a genius. Everyone mulls over things in the shower, and no list of the best gifts for writers would be complete without a waterproof notebook. It’s the only alone time some people get. Now when the writer in your life gets an idea in the shower, she’ll have a place to write it down for later.
14. The Storymatic Game
This game is a fun way to spark inspiration for any writer, so it’s one of the best Christmas gifts. Writer Brian Mooney created Storymatic for a fiction workshop at the Marlboro College in Vermont. Eventually, he started using it with the high school students he taught.
To create a story, draw two gold-colored cards to reveal the characteristics of your story’s heroine or hero. Then the copper cards provide the motivation or situation that moves your tale along.
These little cards may jumpstart your inspiration and help you beat any writer’s block. What better way to inspire creativity than a game like Storymatic? It’s the perfect present for her writer’s toolbox.
15. Immortal Perfumes-Dead Writers Perfume
I love history, and I love books, and nothing smells better than antique books and leather. That’s precisely what the Dead Writers Perfume smells like.
The smell is reminiscent of sitting in an old chair, reading a story written by a long-dead author. It contains notes of vanilla, tobacco, black tea, heliotrope, musk, clove, and vetiver. It will make your favorite writer want to curl up with a cup of her favorite tea or coffee and a good book.
16. Antique Fountain Pen-Shakespeare Earrings
Even though the trusty fountain pen hasn’t been used as the only writing implements in centuries, it’s still another universal symbol of the writer. Like antique books and typewriters, fountain pens go hand in hand with writers and their projects. These cute fountain pen earrings definitely make one of the best gifts for the writer in your life.
These beautiful earrings are crafted from antique fountain pen nibs from the 1800s, which makes them even more special and rare. Whether you love books, you’re a teacher, a writer, or treasure antiques, these earrings are the perfect gift to add to your wish list.
I even have them in my cart right now because they had me sold at antiques. What an amazing gift for Christmas, birthdays, and other holidays.
17. Accoutrements Famous Writer Action Figures
Who needs Superman or Aquaman when you have Charles Dickens, Edgar Allan Poe, or Jane Austen? After all, there’s a writer behind every hero, so these famous writer action figures are a fun gift.
These renowned literary geniuses penned the stories we love today and that will be remembered for centuries to come. Perhaps your writer will be the next famous author to join the likes of other modern writers such as Stephen King, J.K. Rowling, Nora Roberts, James Patterson, and many more.
18. Library of Congress Catalog Notecard Set
Going along with the theme of our list of gifts, this nifty Library of Congress Catalog Notecard Set will thrill your writer. It’s a neat way to organize her storylines and plots, which is a reproduction of the old cards utilized to organize library classics. It’s a great addition to any office or library in your home.
19. Les Miserables Book Clutch
Novel Creations clutches are seriously cute and are one of the most creative ideas for presents this year. These clutches are in the shape of classic novels, and you can choose the style of handles and buttons that you want. They’re dainty and pretty, and the outside looks like the hardcover of an antique book. You can even add a pocket that holds credit cards.
The purse measures 9 inches by 6 inches with a 3-inch bottom. The pages have been removed and replaced with a black cotton fabric lining. While the picture above illustrates Victor Hugo’s Les Miserables, the shop owner offers other titles, too, like The Great Gatsby, so you can pick one of your writer’s favorite books. It’s truly a rare gift that people who buy adore and will make any writer happy.
20. Cookbooks Inspired by Literary Classics
Does the writer in your life also know her way around a kitchen? Then a cookbook inspired by her favorite novels would be the perfect gift for a writer who loves to cook.
There’s the Outlander Kitchen: The Official Outlander Companion Cookbook, A Feast of Ice and Fire, The Little House Cookbook, The Unofficial Harry Potter Cookbook, and more.
21. First Lines Literature Mug
Another mug! You can never have too many coffee (or tea) mugs, especially if you’re a writer or word nerd, as most either drink tea, coffee, or both. This mug has the first lines from some of literature’s greats. From Anna Karenina to Slaughterhouse-Five – Any writer would love to take a break or wind down with this mug.
22. The Unemployed Philosophers Guild Shot Glasses
More drinkware! Except these shot glasses are for when you need something a little stronger than coffee. Each set includes six 2 oz. colorful shot glasses.
No one knows the true origins of the Unemployed Philosophers Guild. Some say it dates to Athens in the last half of the 4th century BCE. Others say it originated in 1211 when Pope Innocent III censured publications.
Regardless of its origins, taking some shots of your favorite alcoholic beverage may relieve some stress or enhance your creativity. Just make sure to do the editing AFTER you’re sober.
*Note – If those shot glasses aren’t available, check out The Unemployed Philosophers Guide store. It has all kinds of funny things that may make the perfect present.
23. Humorous Writers Clock
You can use this gift, along with many others on this list, to find some humor in life. Each hour on this writer’s clock gives you a task like edit, drink heavily, cry, consider a new career, and more.
She can place this Writers Clock on the wall near her writing desk in her writing space and look at it every time she needs help figuring out what to do next. She may be tempted to leave it stopped on a couple of these time slots.
24. What Do You Meme
I originally had the What Do You Meme New Yorker Caption Game – perfect for writers, but apparently, they don’t sell it anymore! It was one of those unique, great gifts for writers that she will remember forever.
But What Do You Meme is a funny game in general, so check out the core game here. Compete with your friends and family to create the funniest memes. The winner is picked by a rotating judge to be fair.
What Do You Meme is a great adult party game that maybe older kids could enjoy too, and it makes an ideal gift for most writers who love to entertain friends.
25. Editing Software
Editing software is one of the best gifts for an aspiring author or writer because it’s a necessity. It’s even better for established writers or authors.
There are several on the market. I’ve used both Grammarly and AutoCrit, and they’re both solid choices that are especially helpful to use before sending client work or submitting pitches to literary agents and magazines.
I use Grammarly for my freelance writing projects and have used AutoCrit in the past as a novel editing software. Other editing or writing software includes ProWritingAid and SmartEdit.
Becoming a writer is both a calling and a gift in itself, but I encourage writers to use writing tools or automation that can make their lives easier. Grammarly is, hands down, my favorite writing software.
Not everyone can do it, so show your favorite writer some love by getting her this gift. It’s also one of the best gifts for aspiring writers.
Other Writing Gifts to Consider
I also wanted to give you a grab bag of sorts with gift ideas if you want to consider some other options for the best gifts for authors and writers.
- A book of short stories or classic literature
- Anything to assist the writing process
- A monthly or yearly subscription to her favorite literary magazines or writing magazine
- Any writing tools like her favorite pens, pen holder, a Rocket Smart notebook (so cool and one of the best tech gifts for writers), etc. that help your favorite writer’s work.
- Blue light-blocking glasses ( I am getting these exact blue light-blocking glasses to help my vision and prevent migraines)
- A lap desk (this lap desk was a must for me after a major surgery)
- A gift certificate or card to her favorite coffee shop or bookstore may be just the thing she wants
- A t-shirt for writers like this one that says I’m a writer; I dream while awake.
- A journal or something to help her think of new ideas for stories or articles (or record once she thinks of new ideas)
- An ergonomic wrist rest pad or mouse pad
Final Thoughts on the Best Gifts for Writers
I hope this list of thoughtful gifts has given you some great ideas for finding the best presents for writers. Many of these are great inexpensive gifts for writers that they’ll absolutely love.
Now you can buy her something a little more creative than a notepad and pens. Although a notebook and pens are always useful, she’ll appreciate the extra thought you put into finding the perfect gift,
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Awesome list of gifts. Me being a mom blogger for almost 2 years will love to have these. Anything that will make my work table look pretty is great.
Thanks Nadia! I think working in an office that looks pretty makes it much easier to get more things done.
I’ve never heard of fingerless writing gloves, but it would help when my hands can’t be under a blanket because I’m writing. Thank you!
Yes, if you are cold-natured they are great. You can keep warm and still write.
Omgggggg i love the list. Everyone knows how addicted to mugs I am and those look soooo cool “gotta get myself some”
Thanks for the list i will get myself few for sure.
HAHAHAHA I know right! Those mugs are perfect for a writer who doesn’t just want a notebook and paper.
Love these gifts for writer friends in general! The Shakespearean Insults and Storymatic Game are perfect!
I totally love the insults mug too. It’s hilarious. Glad you liked the gift ideas.
LOVE the Bluehost idea! Ever since I started blogging, my fiance gifts me things I need for my blog so receiving a domain as a gift, would be sooo helpful for anyone wanting to pursue blogging ♥
Awwww what a good fiance! I think it totally shows he supports you which is important as a blogger. So, many significant others just don’t get it.
What a fun list!
Going to definitely be a go-to for me when I am searching for writer gift ideas!
That’s great! I’m giving this list to my mom because she likes to buy unique presents for me each year.
Oh my goodness do I need that waterproof notepad!!! I always come up with my best ideas in the shower and had no idea this existed! Going on my list today since my birthday is next week.
Oh, Happy Early Birthday! I had never heard of those notebooks either and since we often brainstorm in the shower it’s a good tool!
Such great and thoughtful ideas. I love the clock, fingerless writing gloves and quotation mark earrings❤️Thank you for sharing!
You’re welcome. I’m glad you found some of the items cool.
What a wonderful list of unique gift ideas! As a blogger, I know many writers and reporters who would be delighted by any of these items. They make great gifts for avid readers, too. Thanks for the inspiration!
You’re welcome! I wanted to make sure that people had unique gift options to choose from!
So many unique ideas on this list! Personally I would love some editing software or a planner! I’m so disorganized and find it hard to stick to a schedule!
Another great idea is a writing prompt book. A friend gifted me one once. Each page has short sentences/questions to prompt your writing. I still use it and find it really handy… especially when I have writers block!
I do love writing prompts! They can be so much fun too. I wanted to pick unique and useful gifts for writers and fun of course.
Love this list! I have both of Jen Sincero’s books and they are great.The desk organizer is also so pretty! Maybe I should gift myself with the Stephen King book lol. Read just good things about it! Thank you 🙂
Oh yes! As a mom you deserve to treat yourself! I’m glad you liked the list. I wanted some different things on it!
Oh my goodness do I need that waterproof notepad!!! I always come up with my best ideas in the shower and had no idea this existed!
I LOVE these. Now to convince the family…
HAHA!! Right?! Print it out and leave it randomly around the house. I know a friend that did that with her engagement ring. Thanks for checking out the list!
Normally these gift lists never impress me. Almost always I scroll through thinking nope, nope, nope. This list is different. Maybe because I like writing but I think you really included some great suggestions.
Thank you! That is the highest compliment. I totally want to find unique gifts and not boring ones. Of course, I think us writers are actually fairly easy to buy for.
I absolutely love the typewriter pendants! Actually, I love all of the gifts. My kids wouldn’t go wrong with any of them. Thank you, nicely done!
Thanks! I love all of these gives too but I think the typewriter key necklaces are unique.
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This is a fantastic collection ! So many different products and with the various pricing, I am sure to find something for the book writer and book readers in my life! My favorite is the Library Notecard set !!!!
Awwwwww thank you and those notecards are awesome, right? But one of my favorites is that purse!! A unique gift that writers and readers would love!
The fingerless gloves remind me I started knitting a pair awhile ago I need to finish. I was going to write, I wasn’t a writer, but then I remembered hey I write posts for my blog, that makes me a writer too! Haha. The typewriter key monogram necklace is such a cool, interesting, gift idea.
Hey glad I reminded you to finish your gloves! HAHA and you are definitely a writer if you blog!
Wow. So many useful and fun gifts for writers. My favorite has to be the shot glasses. But, you have listed a ton of great ideas with reasonable price tags. I am adding a few to my Christmas List.
Awwwww great! I’m glad you liked them. I love the shot glasses too! They’d be perfect for parties.
What great and unique ideas! I really love the quotation earrings!
They’re too cute, right? I love them too as well as the Shakespeare earrings.
I love the jewelry ideas!!! Very cool. Awesome roundup, thanks for sharing!
I know, the jewelery was super cute and unique. I’m glad you liked the post. Thanks for reading.
Hey Heather,
That’s a really helpful information that you have shared in this post.
All the best!
Thank you so much for taking the time to read it!