Cryptic crossword clue
Popular sci-fi writer keeps a thousand objects on desk 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word INKWELLS

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The straight part
We know that "objects on desk" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case objects on desk = inkwells.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does INKWELLS mean?

INKWELLS noun
  1. A container for ink, designed and usually positioned so that a person may conveniently dip a pen into it whenever a refill is needed.

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