At the beginning of every month I create a fresh start for my writing and creative projects. I have a little brainstorm, reset my task board, and take note of all the relevant stats for the previous month. Click the link to see the video that shares how I go about doing it so I’m inspired and motiv
Garden View Writing Desk Position a natural wood desk by large windows in your she shed to create an inspirational setting with a beautiful garden view. It’s the perfect spot for writing or getting lost in a book, surrounded by nature.
From tiny writing desks to giant painting studios, the only thing all of these creative studios have in common is that they inspired their successful inhabitants to create greatness.
Check out these inspiring photos of famous authors & their writing desks. See where the greats wrote their famous books and stories.
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In Virginia Woolf’s A Room of One’s Own, Woolf states that women must have a room of their own if they are to write fiction. For any woman to write anything, fiction or non-fiction, she must have her own space.
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Work spaces for writers take many forms. Update as of 19 March 2020: My workspace looks different now. We came back home from our big adventure, and I had my little home office back for a while. With all the COVID-19 stuff going on in the world, my husband was allowed to bring his work ... Read more
The room is the view. I spent quite a lot of my childhood happily looking out of windows: the coming and going of birds, and the weather seemed to be some kind of event, and now when I am not writing I look out of the window in much the same way
Writing Spaces - Creating the perfect writing environment is essential for unlocking your inner wordsmith and unleashing your creativity.
Create an inspiring writing space to support your writing practice. When you have a writing space you love you will be more productive.
Author Jared A. Brock gathers photos and inspirational quotes by more than 150 world-famous writers including Hemingway, Dickens, Orwell, and Shakespeare.
The "American Gods" and "Good Omens" scribe and showrunner has two spaces in upstate New York at which he creates his content.
Create an inspiring writing space to support your writing practice. When you have a writing space you love you will be more productive.
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A few days ago, unable to write because of a head cold and feeling a bit blue because my son had just left on a trip to Asia, I decided to sort out and declutter my office. This was a well overdue project and I shared the process on my Instagram Stories. I received so many lovely messages about th
It's the spur of a barn, and only three years ago stars shone between the pantiles while the floor was ankle-deep in guano
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When I hear the phrase “writing hut” or “backyard shed” my imagination practically squeals with delight. A small, intimate space furnished with the essentials. Low impact, high inspiration. This is probably why I love going to North Dakota and why I want to pull a Pollan and build my own little house.
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Author Jared A. Brock gathers photos and inspirational quotes by more than 150 world-famous writers including Hemingway, Dickens, Orwell, and Shakespeare.
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Annie Proulx is 80 years old and still not sure where she belongs. Standing in the atrium of her home in the Snoqualmie Valley, the Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist eyes a photograph of the cottage …
This is a video where I share the five writing notebooks I am using this month.
Ever wondered where Pablo Picasso, John Lennon, or other creative individuals channeled their inspiration into works of art? See their workspaces now!
Gwyneth Lewis is a world-renowned poet and author, and was Wales' first National Poet. Gwyneth has written the first of our second series of Writers' Rooms, where we look into the private work spaces of Wales' top writers. My husband accuses me of making ‘nests’ all round the house for writing. Each one is usually
I have a confession. My “workspace” since I moved out of my parent house has been the couch. Sure, a lot of people work on the couch, but what makes this more embarrassing is that I have a perfectly fine desk I could work on. Working on the couch has been incredibly distracting for me (due to television, the dog, conversation, etc.), so I wanted to make my own writing/blogging haven that would immediately put me in work mode when I sat at it. My perfectly fine desk though had become the catch-all spot for all of the clutter in the house. *cue horror music* In order to create my writing and blogging workspace, I had to do 7 steps to whip it into shape. By following along with my journey, you will be able to easily create your own amazing writing and blogging workspace too! Step 1: Clear the Trash For me, my desk was covered in trash and items that shouldn’t have been there in the first place. I had a lot of random sheets of paper (thanks to the ole fiancé) which honestly just needed to be thrown away. There were bubble mailers from Amazon packages, plastic, clothing tags. It’s really embarrassing how much trash I let accumulate. My desk did a complete 180 to a functional writer’s haven the moment I removed all this trash. If you are in a similar situation as me, take this time to clear the trash and throw away anything that isn’t functional. You will be amazed at the difference. I know I was. Step 2: Declutter Items After clearing the trash off my desk, I was left with a lot of papers that needed to go elsewhere. I also had items that needed to go where they belong. I took the time to sit down with these items and put them where they were supposed to go or found them new homes. This finally left me with a clear desk. If your desk is full of clutter, your mind will be full of clutter which is not what you want when writing. The decluttering step is really important to make a functional workplace. I encourage you to really take your time with this step and ask yourself, “Does this really need to live here?” Step 3: Consolidate and Organize Similar Items Together I had tons of envelopes, paper, and office supplies everywhere (I’m a stationary supplies junkie), so I decided to consolidate my items for a clutter-free space. I put all of my envelopes together in the same box. I also rounded up all of my thumbtacks and paper clips and put them together. I also took this time to ask myself, “Does this really need to live here,” and ended up organizing some items together in drawers away from my desk. To help with the clutter on your desk, make sure you organize similar items together. Not only will it make it easier to find things when you need them, but it will also organize your mind when your items look visually appealing. Step 4: Deep Clean Your Space Cleaning was the easiest part of the process to create my writer’s haven. I took a duster and wiped down everything to give me a clean slate. I also swept under my desk since I hadn't seen that area in a while. To start off fresh in a new space, cleaning is essential. Make sure your space is clean, so in the next step, you can decorate without dodging dust bunnies or cookie crumbs. Step 5: Set the Mood I love ambient lighting, so I knew I needed fairy lights around my desk. My favorite time to write is at night, in the dark, with my desk lit in low light. I already had a strand of fairy lights not being used in my home, so I repurposed them here. I also wanted my space to be inspirational and cute, so I moved around some decor pieces I had in my home. The key here is to renovate your space with pieces you already have. You don’t have to spend a lot of money to “set the mood” for your workspace. Pick a vibe you want to feel when you sit to work, then search your own home to create this mood. I believe lighting is essential, so if you are going to spend money, choose a good lighting piece. Step 6: Make Important Items Accessible I like having a mouse and sticky notes close by, so these were the first items I made sure were accessible in my space. I do all of my writing on my laptop now, so I decided to remove my desktop computer in order to make the perfect nook for my laptop. It was a hard decision, but vital to making everything accessible and work friendly. Take a moment to think of the essential things you need in order to write properly. Immediately add them to your space and make sure you can grab them easily. Having a writer’s haven, means having a safe zone for all of your essential items to be productive. Step 7: Enjoy Your New Space I am now taking the time to work in my new space and I can tell you that I’m in love. Even though my fiancé is watching TV in the living room, I can easily focus now, rather than being tempted to watch NCIS. I can’t wait to continue getting hard at work in my new workspace. Once you do all this work, make sure to take the time to enjoy your workspace. I’m sure the longer you sit there, the more you will enjoy it. Happy writing in your new workspace!
Step into a cozy realm of writerly inspiration this 'Author Aesthetic' blog. Immerse yourself in moody vibes and aesthetic imagery, fueling your fantasy fiction journey. Unleash your creativity in this dreamy writing corner curated for authors seeking a perfect blend of ambiance and imagination. Exp
There are several important attributes for a well-designed writer’s nook or studio, the most important consideration is creating a place for uninterrupted time to think, write and edit.
I began, like many writers, with a small table in a corner of a bedroom, and have graduated to this spacious and comfortable study on the ground floor of my house in leafy Edgbaston, Birmingham.
Discover important ingredients, ideas, and tools to help you tell your stories even in situations that may not be the best places to write.
Work spaces for writers take many forms. Update as of 19 March 2020: My workspace looks different now. We came back home from our big adventure, and I had my little home office back for a while. With all the COVID-19 stuff going on in the world, my husband was allowed to bring his work ... Read more
Step into a cozy realm of writerly inspiration this 'Author Aesthetic' blog. Immerse yourself in moody vibes and aesthetic imagery, fueling your fantasy fiction journey. Unleash your creativity in this dreamy writing corner curated for authors seeking a perfect blend of ambiance and imagination. Exp
