Gifts for Writers, Authors, and Word Nerds
S Kaeth has curated a list perfect for the writer on your list! From inspiration to tools of the trade, here are some of S Kaeth’s favorite holiday gifts.
Words Make Art Hoodie
Shop: Inked in Gray Press
This is the most comfy hoodie I have ever worn! I adore it, and it definitely gets me in the mood to write (or read!) It’s the perfect weight, and it’s so soft. There’s nothing like pulling up the hood and curling up in the corner of the library somewhere and writing more words.
Scrivener
Shop: Literature and Latte
I use Scrivener for all my writing because I can easily move scenes or chapters around as needed. It also keeps all my worldbuilding stuff right there, easily handy, so when I need to look something up, I’m less likely to lose my train of thought in the search.
Autocrit
Shop: Autocrit
AutoCrit is similar to ProWritingAid, in that it is a line editing tool primarily. I opted for it over PWA because it gives suggestions based on genre and similar authors, as well (which PWA has since added). It’s fantastic for catching areas where I can add more detail, as well repeated words or phrases and other readability things.
The Emotion Thesaurus
Shop: Amazon and Major Retailers
I find myself prone to using the same phrases or body parts for emotions, whether they be external (body language) or internal (visceral reactions). This book is amazing at helping me find more varied ways to show what my characters are feeling!
Tot
Shop: Amazon & Major Retailers
Quick and easy notes program. It’s just a simple way to jot down ideas that occur to you, but with nothing flashy, with a simple interface so that it doesn’t get in your way while at the same time being usable across the Apple ecosystem (sadly, it’s Apple only). You can write down your writing idea/inspiration on your Apple watch or iPhone, and then move on to the next real life thing pulling at you—no need to grab your computer (though it also works on iPad and Mac). This is not a writer-specific tool but it might be nice!
About S Kaeth
Ever since a college professor told S. Kaeth she’d have to eventually focus on just one thing, she’s been dead set on proving him wrong.
On life’s adventures, she traded outdoor ecology, tourism, and animal encounters for mammal training about the same time she got serious about her writing craft. You can find her teaching herself languages and lesser-known fiber crafts, hiking, or playing Capoeira when she’s not practicing the fine art of weaving a tale.
S Kaeth is the founder of IndieStoryGeek and one of the cofounders of the Indie Ink Awards.
Find S Kaeth on her website, Mastadon, Goodreads, and Amazon.
