You can read the first chapter of my novella, Dark Academia, here.

In this vlog I decorate my desk dark academia style, and finish off the first draft of my novella:

(Watch on Youtube)

Gift Ideas for Dark Academia Lovers

1. Fountain Pens – Pelikan fountain pens are a lovely choice (preferably in browns and black)
2. Dip Pens – like the ones from Sepia Accessories (see vlog above)
3. Ink – a bottle of ink from an established brand, with a beautiful bottle. Consider Montblanc, Pelikan Edelstein or Pilot Iroshizuku (watch the vlog above for more ideas).
4. A typewriter – pay attention to the keyboard!
5. Leather goods – Galen Leather makes some lovely heirloom leather goods such as folios, notebook covers, and pen cases.
6. Antique stationery – ask for rocker blotters, inkwells, letter openers, candlesticks and magnifying glasses. Brass and wood are best.
7. A vintage tea or coffee cup – porcelain, if possible, and in muted colours.