It’s that time of year again–time to shop for your author! If you’re clueless about what to look for, here are fifteen great ideas that will thrill your writer and not make too sizable a dent in your bank account.
For your future best-selling author: a mug that states the obvious! This is under $20 so it might even be a stocking stuffer.
Book-related clothing: Out of Print can satisfy practically any book-related craving your author may have, from t-shirts to tote bags, socks to scarves. Prices vary, but most of it is reasonable.
What writer doesn’t love a great journal to write in? You can find journals in all price ranges, too. This one’s a good choice.
What about a “Go Away I’m Writing” tumbler? For around $25, your writer can sip in style!
You can’t go wrong with pens, either. What about a bag of Pilot FriXion Clickable Gel Pens? It’s under $20 and comes in a variety of colors.
This Etsy shop will put your author’s book cover on a keychain. What a pleasant surprise when they unwrap this gift, and it’s under $40.
And here’s a personalized silver pencil necklace for those fancy occasions. Your writer will love it. They’re running a little under $100 and remember to give them time to engrave the initials.
Scrivener makes a great gift if you don’t mind the lack of a wrapped package. This is wonderful writing software for around $60.
If you’re thinking about unique clothing, what about a tarot-inspired sweatshirt? For around $45, your writer can display this unique “The Writer” tarot card on a long-sleeved sweatshirt.
A housecleaning gift certificate can set you back $100…$250…or nothing? If you and your friends chip in some labor, you can gift your writer a few hours of cleaning so they can spend the time doing what they love.
If your writer posts as often as I do, a subscription to Canva Pro would be a great gift. It’s running around $120 and opens up a whole world of options.
You can’t go wrong with a comfy footrest. This one has memory foam and an ergonomic design to help ease back and leg pain from all that sitting. Plan on spending around $45 for a Comfi-Life.
What writer doesn’t need a good hot cuppa? With this Vobaga warmer, your writer can keep their favorite beverage piping hot no matter how long they’re slaving away at that computer. It’s on sale right now for around $30.
Noise canceling earbuds are another excellent gift, especially in a noisy home or cafe. These are running around $100, but you can get headphones or earbuds for a variety of prices.
And finally, you can’t go wrong with a book. This one’s by Jeff Goins, who has a great website too. It’s called You Are a Writer (So Start Acting Like One) and it’s running for under $20. You can find all sorts of writing textbooks though, at all sorts of prices.
