A Writer’s Space
A writer’s space is that particular area occupied by the writer to tease out the muse. It does not necessarily have to be a room per se, but that is what most writers aspire to and of course, the ideal would be to have a room with a view (ocean or mountains optional). The most important thing is that it feels like a space you can write in and your mind reflexively identifies it as such. The space can be a spare bedroom, at the kitchen table or in the corner of a local café. Regardless of where it is, it is where the writing gets done.
Here are some things that are necessary for a writer’s space:
- Desk or table and chair (obviously) must be comfortable, because the muse will exit right centre if you are thinking about your aching back.
- Desktop or laptop computer.
- Pen and paper–for taking down notes as you go along or writing your first draft in longhand–yes, some of us still do.
- A dictionary, thesaurus, and elements of style are necessary requirements. I do not think that you can be a proper writer without them.
- Bum glue to keep your butt in the chair and get the writing done.
The following are optional:
- A great view that inspires but does not distract.
- Favorite quotes or personal photos to motivate you.
- Music to inspire or relax. You can even create a playlist for each work-in-progress, which is not only a lot of fun, but sets the tone for your writing.
- Writing reference books for a quick look to see how it is done.
But most of all, your writing space should be comfortable, individual to you as a writer and the place where you sit down with the muse.
What are some of the things you would like to have in your dream writing space?