 | 30 Days Of Writing Questions 29. How often do you think about writing? Ever come across something IRL that reminds you of your story/characters? |
I'm an owl, no early morning bird. So, when my alarm goes off I give myself another 20 minutes snooze time. Not only to wake up properly, but also to remember and reflect my nightly pictures.
My dreams are always a wonderful source of inspiration and I want to preserve as much as possible in my dream diary.
Now, thinking about it, one reason for my nightly creativity might be those minutes before falling asleep, they are my most favorite time of the day to muse about books, movies and writing projects.
Then, with a brand new writing project in mind, a part of my online time is occupied with research.
You've also asked about 'something IRL that reminds me of my story/characters' ... well, as chance would have it the location of my new WIP requires a town, not too small, not too big, with a river, a castle and a monastery .... and voila: My hometown is the perfect role model. It's an interesting experience being in town with this new focus. Let's see how many impressions find their way into my 'real time writing'!
I'm a night owl too. Writing is generally the last thing I'm thinking about before I fall asleep and, when I can, I'll linger in bed in the morning thinking about my story. It's usually a nice way to start and end the day.
@M.J. Fifield: I guess, every author has her/his own habits ... but I totally agree with you, it's wonderful to have at least one good thought in the morning, considering the fact, that one (speaking my person) is hating mornings! ;-)
The best job I ever had was when I worked a night shift - from 11 p.m. until 7 a.m. I got to stay up late at night, but I still got to enjoy the early morning. And then I got to sleep all day. It was great!
I like staying up late at night, but I also like the early morning before anyone else is up in the summer time. In the winter I like to sleep in.:-)