Best Gifts for Writers

Thoughtful gifts never go out of style, and for writers, they act as a neon sign of love and support.

Being a writer is challenging. We shut ourselves away to write, wondering if we’re good enough, trusting in a destination we can’t quite see yet. It can be a lonely road, and so when someone gives us a gift centered around our passion, we can’t help but feel loved and valued.

Here’s my list of the best gifts for writers (a few links are affiliate ones, but they’re all things we use/love).

Free Gifts for Writers

Want to show your support without spending a dime? You can! We have a great list of free books, courses, helpful downloads, and more. Pass this link on to your writer friend (and check it out for yourself, too!)

Gifts for Writers Under $10

We all love a bargain! Try these terrific gifts…some of our favorite things!

• A Writers Helping Writers Thesaurus Guide (eBook or PDF). These popular bestsellers are only $6.99US each.
• Fun, sassy, and motivational writing stickers for your notebooks or laptop! ($1-4 US)
• Bath bombs. A night in the tub with a nice cocktail & book? Sign me up. ($10 US)
• “Someone Out There Needs Your Writing” Motivational Block. The message every writer needs to hear! ($8.99 US)

Gifts for Writers Around $20

• Candles for writers. I like this “Smells Like a Bestseller in the Making” one (about $20 US)
• A Personalized Book Embosser “From the Library of” (on sale for less than $10 US right now, woot!)
• The Emotion Thesaurus: A Writer’s Guide to Character Expression, paperback ($20 US – note, this is our most popular volume and is frequently gifted)
• A Lego typewriter with flowers. Seriously, can’t you imagine this on a writer’s desk? ($24 US)
• Any book from Amazon’s Top 50 Authorship Reference Bestsellers List. Read the reviews…you can’t go wrong! (Under $20 US)
• A Soft-Glow Book Light. I’m a sucker for mood lighting. ($20 US)

Gifts for Writers Around $50

• Great Literary Insults poster (I have this in my office!) (about $28 US)
• A wearable Blanket Hoodie for Writers. Oh-so-cozy! ($36 US)
• Read Banned Books Christmas Sweater (around $50 US)
• Memory Foam Seat Cushion (I have this…a life saver. just under $50 US)
• Book Nook Bookend Kit (too many to choose from – $30-60 US)

Gifts for Writers around $100

Okay, you seriously love this person, and I thank you for it! Try these on for size:

• A Picture Book Manuscript Review (This is a tremendous gift any picture book writer would love–Mindy has worked with many agents in contests over the years and is an expert in PBs! $100-$160 US packages available)
• A One Stop for Writers Annual Subscription for yourself. A powerful creative toolkit unlike any other, including access to our entire description thesaurus database, for $105 US. A steal!
• Future Bestselling Author Necklace (about $80 US–such a thoughtful gift!)
• A Writers Helping Writers Digital Gift Card to use toward books, workshops, webinars, and more (available in denominations from $6.99 – $100). You can send it to your recipient’s email automatically on the day of your choosing!

What are you hoping Santa will bring you this year? Or do you have a favorite gift you like to give writers? Let me know in the comments!