NaNoWriMo Series: Writing Tip #4

As students, we are conditioned to write at a desk among our peers. We've become accustomed to seeing great writers with "the best" office and "the best" desk set up by the window with "the best" chair. But not all of us have that luxury. Shoot, even as I write this, I'm sitting on my couch using one of those plastic lap tables you find in Bullseye's Playground. My point is to maneuver around your house to see where you are most comfortable and the most productive. It doesn't really matter where you choose to write, but there are a few things that you should consider before really committing to a space. Here are some questions to ask yourself to help you get started:

1. What time of day do I love to write?

2. What is the most ideal space that I can imagine for me to write?

3. Is this spot inside my house or do I need to go somewhere else like a cafe or a library?

4. Is this a spot where I can focus for at least 30-90 minutes at a time?

5. Can I get to this spot every day or consistently enough for my personal writing schedule?

If you want to learn more NaNoWriMo tips, check out the 30 Days of Tips that will unfold this month. Can't wait? Then check out my mini-course on The Basics of Storytelling that's available for $1. I look forward to seeing you in whatever form I appear. Until next time.

About the Author

Crystal Cabrae is a storyteller who specializes in writing dystopian, romantic, and adventurous worlds for animation and fantastical fiction. She is a proud graduate of Full Sail University, AMDA, and New World School of the Arts. Her six years of acting training in New York and Miami gives her a unique perspective when approaching her characters. She has a passion for sharing how to create stories with the world and inspiring the storyteller that lives within all of us. Follow her on IG or Pinterest to know the latest.