There’s this great TED Talk from author Bren é Brown called “ Why Your Critics Aren’t The Ones Who Count. What is the best piece of writing advice you’ve heard or received? If you were forced to share your workspace but could share it with anyone of your choosing, who would it be?īesides my dog? No, what am I saying, it has to be my dog. Now, I do try to outline ahead of time to make sure I have a strong enough character arc and plot. I always thought of myself as a pantser, until I had real deadlines (i.e. How do you develop your story ideas? Do you use an outline, let the muse lead you, or another technique? That way I know when I can give myself permission to stop working.ĭo you write longhand, on a computer, or another way? I like having a specific word count or scene-specific goal in mind. What keeps you focused while you’re working? What is your drink and/or snack of choice while you’re working?Īpart from tea and coffee, mostly dark chocolate or Annie’s Bunny Grahams. Nothing when I’m outside, just the normal ambient sounds. I like to write in ‘blackout’ mode to minimize distractions, and I always set a word count goal for myself when I’m actively working on a project and not just tinkering. I always need either tea or coffee, even if it just hangs out collecting gnats and dog hair. Finally, tea or coffee, that is a must.ĭo you have any rituals in your work habits? If so, describe them. It kindles my thoughts and helps me feel connected to something bigger. My dog, Hera, is the most important part of any workspace. List three of your most favorite things in your workspace and why they are meaningful.
If I’m lucky I squeeze in some reading before bed.
I’ll go to work at the library next, and then come home and start writing again after dinner. Then it’s time for tea or coffee, watering the plants and settling into my writing space. I also work full-time as the Children’s Department Manager at a public library, so depending on my schedule, I get up early and walk my dog. There’s something about the fresh air and openness that really helps along the creative process. After I sold Skeleton Tree, I graduated to an official, squishy office chair, and I have since evolved to mostly writing outside. I wrote Skeleton Tree sitting cross-legged in a dog bed, while my dog, Hera, sat on the couch looking over my shoulder.
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