The great part about being a writer is you don’t have to write in a particular space. If you’ve got a computer or a pencil and paper, you can write! I do have a desk where I can write. It’s special since it was handmade in Indonesia while I lived there. But often I find myself writing wherever I am. It could be on the sidelines of the soccer pitch, my car, library, backyard, or a coffee shop. My motto is: write when you can. It doesn’t have to be the perfect spot. For my writing place, I love to surround myself with things that inspire and remind me of why I’m writing.
1. A picture of my sister and I in France. She is my muse.
2. The letters from kids who have shared what they loved about my books. I write for them!
3. My published books because they remind me that I’m not a complete hack!
You’ll often find me writing with candles to evoke a mood. Plus since scents can pull you into a moment or a memory, it’s a good signal to my brain to get me back into the world of my story.
I also love to listen to music while I write. When I’m drafting, I play on my i-Pod playlist that I create specifically for the book I’m working on. Usually it’s instrumental like a movie soundtrack. It really helps block out noise at home, but more importantly, it draws me into the world I’m creating.
I can’t forget to mention my writer’s stash! You’ll probably find Peppermint Patties and a cup of coffee at my side. Trust me, these make deadlines bearable.
Check out my video for a full tour of my writing space here.
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Christina Farley is the author of the bestselling Gilded series, a YA contemporary fantasy series, and the middle grade novel, The Princess & The Page. Gilded was nominated for Korea’s Morning Calm award, Ohio’s Buckeye award, and Tome’s It List. It also was hailed in Epic Read’s anticipated reads, PriceStyle’s recommended summer reads, Book Riot’s favorite myth inspired reads, and BuzzFeed’s 21 amazing series they’ll miss. She is a certified teacher holding a master’s degree in education and has taught writing workshops worldwide.
