Shopping for the perfect gift for the writer in your family

It’s that time of year again, Christmas. You’re probably trying to figure out what to gift your friends and loved ones this year, especially the writer in the family. I think choosing the right gift for a budding writer or writer can be a bit of a mind blower. After all, how much more than paper, pen, and computer does a writer need? Well, you’d be surprised.

First of all, almost all writers are avid readers, so a good book is always appreciated. Second, depending on the type of writing the writer you know does, it can trigger many creative gifts that you can give them. For example, if you know a copywriter, perhaps a small gift basket containing the latest book by an accomplished copywriter, plus a variety of other things, such as colored markers, a large pen, and a small pocket notebook. I know as a copywriter it would be a great gift.

However, if you have a writer whose focus is writing novels as mystery novels, you might consider putting together a gift basket containing several new mystery novels from various writers, plus other writing-related supplies. The point is, when shopping for the writer in your family, skip the fru, fru, and lacy stuff and give him something related to his kind of writing that can be used and cherished for a long time. keep it simple It doesn’t have to be a big, elaborate gift basket. Just be sure to include items that not only stimulate their imagination, but give them new insights into a particular style of writing, and also help make writing easier.

It just takes a little planning and a list of gift basket items. You can even visit your local bookstore for basket-filling ideas and suggestions. It will definitely be worth the trip and is sure to put a smile on the face of the writer receiving the gift. You can bet that it will be one of his most precious gifts. Who knows, they might even write you a touching thank you note that you’ll appreciate.

Copyright 2006 Lorraine Costa

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