Five Star Gift Ideas

For your son who enjoys writing and publishing a blog or online magazine, there are numerous thoughtful and meaningful gift ideas to consider. Here are a few suggestions that could enhance his passion and help him develop his skills further:

1. Premium Blogging Platform Subscription: Invest in a premium subscription for a blogging platform, such as WordPress or Squarespace. This will provide him with access to advanced features, customizable themes, and additional plugins to make his blog more professional and aesthetically pleasing.

2. Writing Workshop or Course: Help him enhance his writing skills by enrolling him in a writing workshop or an online writing course. These classes can provide valuable insights, feedback, and techniques to improve his storytelling abilities and expand his writer's toolbox.

3. Personalized Stationery: Consider purchasing high-quality personalized stationery for him. This can include customized notepads, notebooks, or journals with his name or initials embossed on them. It will not only inspire him to write but also add a personal touch to his writing process.

4. Professional Editing and Proofreading Services: Hiring a professional editor or proofreader to review your son's blog posts or online magazine articles can significantly enhance their overall quality. This kind of professional assistance will help him refine his writing style and catch any errors or inconsistencies in his work.

5. Writing Prompts or Story Cubes: Stimulate his creativity by gifting him a set of writing prompts or story cubes. These tools can serve as creative triggers and help him overcome writer's block by providing interesting ideas and concepts to explore in his writing.

6. Inspiration Board or Vision Board: Encourage his creative vision by giving him an inspiration or vision board. He can use this to pin up quotes, images, and articles that inspire him or relate to the themes he writes about. This visual representation of his ideas and aspirations can help him stay motivated and focused on his writing goals.

7. Books on Writing: Expand his knowledge by gifting him books on the art and craft of writing. There are excellent resources available, such as "On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft" by Stephen King or "Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life" by Anne Lamott. These books will provide valuable insights and techniques from experienced writers.

8. Portable Writing Tools: Consider getting him a portable keyboard or a digital notepad that he can carry anywhere to jot down ideas and thoughts on the go. This will ensure that he never misses an opportunity to capture his creativity, no matter where he is.

Remember to personalize your gift based on his specific interests and preferences. Supporting his passion for writing and publishing will not only show him your love and encouragement but also help him grow as a writer.

Or you can get him a star map with an important date you share.

Madeline Moran Weiler says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“The map was absolutely beautiful! My grandson was thrilled with it (it was a Christmas gift) and has already asked me if I would consider getting another one for him as a graduation gift in a couple of years.”