35 Best Gifts for Writers, According to Professional Writers

Writing can be agony — every writer knows this. (People who claim writing is easy are not to be trusted.) But writing is a lot easier and more enjoyable when you have the right tools, the right environment and the right headspace for creativity and productivity.

To find out which gifts are on a writer's wish lists, we asked writing professionals across different fields to recommend essentials and not-so-essentials they use every day — or really want this year. The journalists, reporters and authors we spoke to (including some of Good Housekeeping's own editors) suggested everything from the best pens and notebooks to coffee gifts, tech gifts and wellness gifts for relaxing both during and after a long day at their keyboard. This collection of the best gifts for writers also includes affordable gifts, productivity tools and a number of top-tested products by the Good Housekeeping Institute.

Keep in mind what kind of writer you're gift-hunting for. While journalists and reporters might appreciate calendars, planners and notebooks they can carry with them when devices are too bulky or invasive, grad students and long-form writers need the right set-up and tools to work for days on end at home. (And while some love tech tools, others might prefer to keep things to pen and paper).

No matter their passion, there's a gift for them.

For more Christmas ideas, check out the Good Housekeeping 2021 Holiday Guide for holiday decor ideas, Christmas games and activities, holiday recipes and popular gift ideas.