Notes from the Inkpot
Writing, teaching, creating - one ink-stained idea at a time.
A Million Stories in One: The Most Unexpected Christmas Gift for Creative Writers
Finding a Christmas gift for a writer is almost impossible. Another notebook won’t surprise them, and they already own every pen they need. What they really want isn’t stationery — it’s a spark. A doorway. A story waiting to begin.
This December, discover a gift that feels like a secret unearthed rather than something grabbed from a shelf. Digital writing boxes: immersive worlds built from fragments, clues, and forgotten documents, where nothing is explained and everything can become a story. A present that unfolds slowly, invites curiosity, and contains a million possibilities inside a single download.
If you’re searching for something rare, atmospheric, and unforgettable — a gift that feels like discovery — explore the four worlds waiting inside.
Why Creative Writing Boxes Aren’t Just for Kids (And Why You Might Need One Too)
Creative writing boxes aren’t just for kids—and the ones I’ve built were never meant to be. They’re for adults and older teens who want to reconnect with writing, rediscover their creativity, or get lost in a story built from fragments, mystery, and atmosphere. If you've ever needed a spark to write again, this might be it.