Christmas Gifts for the Aspiring Writer

 You need to buy a gift for a writer.  But what do you buy them?  You have no idea what to get them!  It is not like you own a publishing house so that you could get all their works into the bookstores around the world. 

Breathe easy.  There are plenty of things out there for writers that would be great for Christmas.  Check out these items.

Alright, in today's world most writers have chunked the typewriter and the pen and paper for the wonderful (though at times frustrating) computer. The words are composed and made available to the whole world within minutes. So why would you consider getting a writer a journal? It is the heart of a writer.

A writer can use a journal for notetaking. A true writer has moments of inspiration. They can appear at anytime and anywhere. When that happens the urge to get it on paper so that it is not lost for eternity consumes the writer. They have to see it in writing. With a handy journal they will be able to open up the pages and get their precious thoughts recorded. A journal in the purse, next to the bed, on the desk, on the end table, in the bathroom, and even in the car. Wherever inspiration occurs, a writer will have their journal handy.

During a trip, a thought crosses the writer's mind that becomes the seed of the next great American novel. With a cherished journal handy, those thoughts are not lost.

Choose a journal to represent the personality of the writer. Each writer is unique and the journal should reflect that. Choose a journal with a flowery pattern for the person with spring in their pen.  How about one with an antique look about it for those that love old books?  Choose a leather pouch journal for one who loves history.  It will make them feel like Lewis and Clark.

There is a journal for every writer just waiting for them.  Shop for that special journal that has their personality in it and wrap it up for Christmas.

Every writer needs a pen. The pen is the instrument of getting thoughts onto paper. What would a writer be with a journal and no pen? A literary soldier without its sword.

Just as there is a unique journal for each writer, there is a pen that represents their personality. Many people prefer the classic look and feel of the fountain pen. This beautiful instrument leaves a bold yet delicate signature that many writers love. The wonderful thing about the fountain pen today is that there are many price ranges that can fit any budget.

Then there is the ballpoint and the roller pens which give a smooth line and are the more modern pens. If the writer is not into the fountain pens, these pens might be up their alley. You can find them in the traditional colors of black and blue, but do not be surprised to find a multitude of colors for the writer that is not traditional. Neon colors, gold, silver, and the colors of the rainbow can be found in these writing tools. 

The wild writer, the romantic writer, the mystery writer, the children's writer, the poet, and the novelist will find the gift of a pen special to them.  The styles that match their writing style is there waiting for them.

Combine the gift of a pen with that of a specially chosen journal and you could make the writer in your life cry.  Since there are a ton of pens out there in various styles and colors, do not let that intimate you.  Check out the reviews and even ask around what other authors use and their opinions. 

The writer has their journal to record their thoughts. They have a pen to get the thoughts to the journal. But how do they carry them around? With a writer's backpack.

Check out getting the writer in your life a backpack. You'll find ones made out of cloth with cute sayings and declaring their writing passion. The writer will love to open their Christmas package and see a backpack just for them and their writing.

In addition to the cloth choices you can find some really wonderful leather backpacks. If your writer likes old looking pieces, check out some of these leather backpack that have a weathered look about them. A few even come ready to carry not only the journal and pen but that ever precious laptop.

Backpacks are great especially for the writer on the go.  Are they running to class, work, or travelling about the countryside?  The backpack might be the answer for gift giving. 

 When a writer is ready to produce words of wisdom they need the right mood.  Each writer is different and therefore each mood is unique.  Check out what music gets the writer's pen flowing. 

Does your writer like to relax and write with sounds of nature?  Get them a CD with seashore sounds or the sound of gentle rain.

Does your writer like classical music?  There are hundreds of choices for relaxing and stirring classical pieces.

Does the muse arise from instrumental music or sounds of harps and pipes?  Get them the gift of music and wait to enjoy the results of their pleasant labor.

If quiet and relaxation gets the writer in the mood, look into getting them the gift of relaxation. A water fountain with the gentle sound of rippling water will wash away the daily stress and clear the mind. What else would a writer need?

You have the choice of various styles designed with trees, flowers, rocks, and pots. A few even have lights and designs to enhance the experiment.  There are many choices for you to look through and see what matches up with the creative writer in your life.

The writer is sitting down to inspiration.  What could make the experience better?  How about a cup of hot tea, hot chocolate, or coffee?  That would top it off perfectly.

Give a gift of tea with the many selections of tea boxes.  Your writer will have a multitude of choices to help relax them and inspire them.

Do they love chocolate?  How about hot chocolate?  Gourmet chocolate would make a great gift for the writer who needs that burst of chocolate heaven.

How about the writer who needs constant caffeine?  Give them coffee and keep their creative juices flowing. 

They will appreciate the gesture of love as they sip on their favorite drink and pour out pure art.