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An Editor’s Advent Calendar: 21 December

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Are you struggling to think of gift ideas for the editorial professional in your life? Or are you a freelancer looking to drop some heavy hints about the presents you’d appreciate? Maybe you just fancy treating yourself in the run-up to Christmas – and what’s wrong with that? Even if the commercialism of Christmas leaves you cold, I hope you’ll find some inspiration here.

​Seasonal gifts for editorial freelancers

21 December: Office tech

Depending on the freelancer’s office set-up and working habits, there are plenty of office accessories that could come in useful. A new keyboard or mouse can work wonders, and a second (or third, or fourth) monitor makes such a difference. Freelancers who use video, Skype or screencasting need additional equipment – a good-quality webcam, perhaps, and a suitable headset. Technology offers so many options, but it moves on quickly, so it’s important to choose carefully.