Our selection of unique gifts for journalists: journalism gifts such as a reporter's notebook, a mechanical pencil and a laptop stand. See our range of gifts perfect for the person in your life who loves reporting the news.
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1Rhodia No.16 dot pad, black
The No.16 dot pad has 80 sheets of 80g acid-free paper with pale dots every 5mm, handy for notes, lists and planning. The sheets tear off cleanly along a micro-perforated top, and the cover folds right back.
Pros
80g acid-free paper.
Micro-perforated sheets tear out cleanly.
Cons
A stapled pad, so it won't lie flat like a notebook.
Dot grid only.
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2Moleskine Classic notebook, large, ruled
Moleskine's Classic notebook has a hard black cover, rounded corners and an elastic band to keep it shut. This is the large 13 by 21cm ruled version, with ivory acid-free paper, a ribbon bookmark and a pocket in the back.
Pros
Elastic closure and ribbon bookmark.
Expandable pocket in the back.
Cons
Lined pages only.
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3Leuchtturm1917 A5 dotted notebook
Bullet journal fans love the Leuchtturm1917 because it's set up for planning. The pages are numbered, there's a blank contents page at the front, two ribbon markers, a back pocket and stickers for labelling the spine. The dotted grid suits lists, sketches and writing alike.
Pros
Numbered pages and contents page.
Two ribbon markers.
Dotted grid suits anything.
Cons
Fountain pen ink can show through the 80gsm paper.
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4Pentel GraphGear 1000 mechanical pencil, 0.5mm
A metal-bodied drafting pencil whose tip retracts into the barrel, so it can go in a pocket or bag with the paper. It refills with 0.5mm lead.
Pros
Retracting tip for carrying around.
Cons
Some solvers prefer a wooden pencil.
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5IF Bookaroo pen pouch, navy
This elasticated pouch slips over an A5 book or notebook and holds two pens or three pencils, so it goes well with a reading journal. The navy pouch has a faux-leather finish. It’s sold as the holder only, without any stationery.
Pros
Holds two pens or three pencils on an A5 book.
Pairs well with a reading journal.
Cons
Sized for A5 books only.
Pens and pencils sold separately.
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6Rain Design mStand laptop stand
Hunching over a laptop all day is hard on the neck. The mStand lifts and tilts the laptop closer to eye level, so they can pair it with a separate keyboard and mouse. It's a single piece of aluminium that matches a MacBook and helps keep it cool, with a hole at the back to tidy cables.
Pros
Better posture at the desk.
Solid aluminium, built to last.
Helps the laptop stay cool.
Cons
Fixed height, so it doesn't adjust.
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7AeroPress Go travel coffee press
The AeroPress Go makes a cup of coffee in about two minutes, and the whole press packs inside its own mug. It comes with paper filters, a stirrer, a scoop and a lid for the cup. The mug is shatterproof, which helps when it's rattling around in a kit bag.
Pros
Packs inside its own mug.
Brews in about two minutes.
Cons
Makes one cup at a time.
Paper filters will need replacing.
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8Amazon Kindle Scribe 64GB e-reader and notebook
A large e-reader with a pen for handwritten notes in books and notebooks. The 11 inch screen is paper-like.
Pros
Writes notes with a pen.
Large paper-like screen.
Cons
Costs more than a normal Kindle.
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What to buy someone who loves reporting
The best gifts for journalists are notebooks, pens and kit that travels. A reporter writes fast and often, so choose paper that takes quick notes and a pen that does not smudge. A laptop stand and a travel coffee maker help on long days. Check whether they take notes by hand or on a laptop.
How we picked these gifts for journalists
We picked each product for what journalists enjoy and because it makes sense as a present. The order is our own choice. The pros and cons come from published product details, not customer reviews.
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