Five Star Gift Ideas

When selecting a birthday gift for your friend who loves both writing and motorcycles, it's a great idea to find something that combines these passions. Here are several thoughtful gift ideas that could resonate deeply with your friend:

1. **Custom Leather Journal**: Consider a beautifully crafted leather journal that features a motorcycle design engraved or embossed on the cover. Personalize it further by adding your friend's initials or a thoughtful quote about adventure and freedom, turning it into a cherished keepsake for jotting down thoughts and stories inspired by their rides.

2. **Motorcycle Ride Diary**: Gift your friend a ride diary specifically designed for motorcyclists. These diaries often include sections for detailing specific trips, recording routes, jotting down standout memories from their journeys, and space for attached photos or small mementos picked up on the road.

3. **Motorcycle-Themed Writing Accessories**: Pair the journal with high-quality writing accessories themed around motorcycles. This could include pens styled with motorcycle elements or motorcycle-shaped paper clips. Adding little details that reflect their dual interests can make these everyday tools special.

4. **Inspiring Books**: Find a book that blends their love of writing and motorcycles. "Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance" by Robert M. Pirsig is a classic choice, offering deep philosophical insights connected with a motorcycle journey narrative. Alternatively, look for a collection of essays or short stories that explore themes of travel and adventure by motorbike.

5. **Writing Retreat/Workshop**: If your budget allows, consider booking a spot for your friend in a writing retreat that takes place in a scenic location ideal for motorcycle rides. There are writing workshops and retreats specifically designed for those who seek inspiration from the open road, which could be a perfect fit.

6. **Decorative Motorcycle Bookends**: If your friend has a home library or enjoys collecting books, a pair of stylish motorcycle-themed bookends could serve both as a functional and decorative piece, celebrating their passion for motorcycles.

7. **Motorcycle Magazine Subscription**: A subscription to a motorcycle magazine that includes articles about travel, gear, and bike reviews can keep them informed and inspired for future rides. Pair it with a notebook where they can jot down any new ideas or inspiration gleaned from the articles.

These ideas aim to foster your friend's love for both writing and the thrill of the ride, while also showing thoughtfulness in tailoring a gift to their individual interests.

Or you can get her/him a star map with the date when she/he was born.

Alice Dickinson says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“I made a map for my mums birthday and she absolutely loved it. Definitely buying another one soon, probably for another family member or friend”