Here are some links that I like or cover topics relating to writing instruments.

Here is a link to a fellow pen artist that I share ideas with on a regular basis.

His name is  Dario Octaviano. He is also a member of the International

Association of Penturners.

http://www.aoturnings.com/

This link for for Roger Garrett who also turns pens and is also a member of the

 International Association of Penturners.  Roger also turns Batons and and other

items such as ornamental birdhouses.

http://sun.iwu.edu/~rgarrett/

Hobbit House - This is a great resource on exotic woods from all over the wood.  The site has a lot of pictures and useful information.