Holiday Gift Guide for Book Lovers and Writers

Introducing the first annual 916 Ink Literary Holiday Gift Guide for the book lover, writer, or “word nerd” in your life, young or old!

Whether you are looking for Christmas, Hanukkah, Solstice, Kwanzaa, New Year’s, a birthday - we’ve curated a selection of literary gifts for all ages and interests.

Psssst - In the Sacramento area? Come shop 916 Ink books and merch in person! We’ll be at the Small Business Saturday popup at Oak Park Brewing Company (3514 Broadway), Saturday November 27, 11 am - 3 pm.


FOR KIDS

Change Sings, by Amanda Gorman

“As a young girl leads a cast of characters on a musical journey, they learn that they have the power to make changes--big or small--in the world, in their communities, and in most importantly, in themselves.”

Story Cubes

Pocket-sized creative story generator

“A Writer Is Someone Who Writes” Gift Set

To inspire your favorite young writer! Includes a zipper pouch, mini notebook, pen, sticker, and coloring book / prompts.

Puppet-Making Kit

Great for hours of creative story play!


FOR TEENS

Library Card Socks

A blast from the past! These socks from Out of Print will never be overdue.

Dragon Bookends

Great for a fantasy lover, or browse the 120 other styles available.

Take the Yes! Writing Kit for Teens

This kit includes a deck of 30 prompt cards written by teens, for teens, as well as a book of sample literature, in a 916 Ink canvas tote bag.


FOR ADULTS

Use Your Words Totebag

Whether filled with their latest book haul or overflowing with produce from the farmer’s market, they’ll tote-ally love this.

The Library Candle

Nothing like the smell of old books in the morning!

Tequila Mockingbird

Literary-inspired cocktails!

Recipes from the World of Tolkien

Elevenses anyone?

Storyteller Mug

Pair with their favorite coffee or tea, and it’s the coziest gift for writing times.

Creative Block, Prompts for Adults

Over 100 curated breakthrough suggestions from artists, neuroscientists, mindfulness and creativity experts —all designed to get you into a new headspace, and back to your craft.


BOOKS!

Finally, OF COURSE we must mention some of our favorite local places to snag a good book. If you’re inspired by the Icelandic tradition of exchanging books on Christmas Eve, or just know that your loved ones love to read, you can’t go wrong with gifting a book. Many of these Sacramento shops deliver nationwide, as well.