Few writers know the power of a good writing setup. Yes, you need a keyboard and a mouse, but many professionals also use binder clips, sponges, tissue boxes—you name it. Cost-conscious writers could even make do with an old coffee can or research paper that’s been flattened out. However, there are times when you’ll want to take it to the next level and get your hands on some professional gear for your desk at work or in the home office. Following are brief descriptions of products that can help you get “there” with your words. Use this list to inspire your own workspace furnishings, or pass along this information to one of your clients who’s looking to upgrade his or her writing rendezvous. Best for: The serious writer in need of multiple monitors. Rundown: This stand lets you connect up to 3 monitors—and if you don’t need three screens, you can use the extra space for paper storage. The adjustable height also means this rack can work on desks of varying heights, while the gas-spring base allows you to tilt it up at an angle for easier reading on multiple screens. Price: $536.98 from Amazon.com. Best for: The old-schooler who’s tired of trackpads and wants a keyboard back in his or her life. Rundown: We all know that a good keyboard is a must in the writing world, but the Macally USB Ultimate Keyboard is a throwback in the best sense of the term. It’s not wireless, it doesn’t require batteries, it doesn’t have built-in trackpads or lighting options—it just feels like an old-school computer keyboard with scissor keys and feels like typing on an iMac G3 . Price: $59 from Amazon.com Best for: The writer who’s sick of the clutter of pens, highlighters and writing utensils on hand. Rundown: The Levenger Circa Writing System is a workspace that keeps things organized and, more important, keeps you from going overboard with all your various planners and notebooks. You can arrange as many as 30 Circa notebooks as you like as well as any number of writing accessories such as pencils, pens and markers. Each section is held together by a metal clasp that lets you open it up to access your supplies, or keeps everything tightly closed when you want privacy. Price: $119.95 from Amazon.com. Best for: The serious writer that takes his or her work seriously and wants a functional and highly portable writing system that can handle and protect any projects and materials easily and securely. Note: Please make sure you follow the directions with the cases when placing your notebooks inside of them—it makes a big difference in how they perform over time. Rundown: This hard-sided, waterproof notebook case is designed to protect all your writing instruments (Pens, pencils, markers etc.) from water damage while also being slim enough to fit into a briefcase or backpack without being too bulky for its own good. 8eeb4e9f32 57
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