The 2020 Books for Writers Gift List
By Books for Writers
By Books for Writers
Every year I publish a list of books to give the writers in your life. This is the 2020 batch: books to encourage or motivate, and self-care for writers.
The Writer's Process: Getting Your Brain in Gear
Anne H Janzer
$14.99There isn't one correct way to write, but there are ways that you can make the process work well for you. Understanding them can be both validating and freeing.
Bored and Brilliant: How Spacing Out Can Unlock Your Most Productive and Creative Self
Manoush Zomorodi
$18.00 $16.56When's the last time you gave yourself permission to be bored? Boredom and creativity go hand-in-hand.
Do Nothing: How to Break Away from Overworking, Overdoing, and Underliving
Celeste Headlee
$25.00 $23.00If you're feeling driven by your to-do lists and always deferring more meaningful moments, you may need to read this book.
The Gifts of Imperfection: 10th Anniversary Edition: Features a New Foreword and Brand-New Tools
Brené Brown
$25.00 $23.00This book has been out for a while, but I only got around to it recently, at what turned out to be the perfect moment: while I was revising the manuscript for my latest book. It's full of calming, anchoring wisdom.
Brag Better: Master the Art of Fearless Self-Promotion
Meredith Fineman
$27.00 $24.84This one is for the person in your life who is not willing to toot their own horn—perhaps you?
Get the Word Out
Anne Janzer
$16.98 $15.62This is a classic; give it to anyone who wants to step into a thought leadership role in their industry
Purposeful: Are You a Manager or a Movement Starter?
Jennifer Dulski
$27.00Although framed for a business audience, this book is chock full of lessons for anyone who wants to start something bigger than themselves.
Championing Science: Communicating Your Ideas to Decision Makers
Roger D. Aines and Amy L. Aines
$29.95If there’s a scientist in your life, they have the double burden of contributing to science and effectively championing it to the world at large. Make sure that they have this book at hand.
Write On, Sisters!: Voice, Courage, and Claiming Your Place at the Table
Brooke Warner
$16.95 $15.59Brooke Warner's book is particularly valuable for women who want to write a memoir
The Someday (is not a day in the week) Journal: A daily journal to help you build the life you want today
Sam Horn
$27.99If you know someone who has been putting off an important, life-changing project, send them to this lovely and inspiring book.
Writing to Change the World: An Inspiring Guide for Transforming the World with Words
Mary Pipher
$17.00 $15.64From the author of Reviving Ophelia, this book has a journalistic slant, and would be great for the potential writer/activists in your life.