“Some writers like to work in other places like coffee shops, but I can’t – I’d end up people-watching. And if I were at a bookstore, I’d be reading. Sometimes I have some music on, but usually I like it quiet.” -Julie Kagawa
I haven’t had a good writing session at a coffee shop in a long time. My question for you is, when you write, do you prefer to be alone, or do you think you do better in public spaces like coffee shops or libraries? I like it all, but getting work done in a coffee shop feels good for me. But it only feels good if I get some work done. If I don’t feel like I was productive, I get buyer’s remorse. Well, let me think about that. Maybe productive is not the right idea. It’s not always about writing thousands of words. Sometimes it’s making a valuable connection with a fellow writer or artist, or just gathering a collection of thoughts, or even getting a Pinterest mood board started.