tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4734590638266769310.post2541728606877659360..comments2023-09-16T09:33:11.757-04:00Comments on Diary of an Eccentric: Writing and Writing Spaces, Part One--A Dialogue With Serena of SAVVY VERSE & WIT and a Giveaway!Annahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08046635675540466183noreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4734590638266769310.post-75349577273733399822008-09-28T20:08:00.000-04:002008-09-28T20:08:00.000-04:00Hi Evan! Thanks so much for stopping by and joini...Hi Evan! Thanks so much for stopping by and joining the discussion. Unfortunately, the contest has ended, but I appreciate you sharing!<BR/><BR/>I, too, love pen and paper. I collect notebooks because I go through so many!Annahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08046635675540466183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4734590638266769310.post-74875635158290995802008-09-26T21:40:00.000-04:002008-09-26T21:40:00.000-04:00Has your contest ended yet?If not, I prefer pen an...Has your contest ended yet?<BR/>If not, I prefer pen and paper so you can see your progress on your book.<BR/><BR/>+Evan S.<BR/>whosyerbuddie(at)yahoo(dot)comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4734590638266769310.post-34037069074559851262008-09-26T13:20:00.000-04:002008-09-26T13:20:00.000-04:00Hi Dawn! Thanks for stopping by! It's been great...Hi Dawn! Thanks for stopping by! It's been great reading about everyone's different routines. I hear you about the interruptions...they drive me mad!Annahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08046635675540466183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4734590638266769310.post-22503157706271102092008-09-26T06:59:00.000-04:002008-09-26T06:59:00.000-04:00Anna and Serena - I enjoyed reading this interview...Anna and Serena - I enjoyed reading this interview/conversation ... we all have different routines!<BR/><BR/>I can write with background noise, lots of it, but I hate to be interrupted directly, it totally throws me off!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4734590638266769310.post-43331942403454421732008-09-22T13:56:00.000-04:002008-09-22T13:56:00.000-04:00Thanks everyone for sharing a bit about your writi...Thanks everyone for sharing a bit about your writing processes. I've really enjoyed reading all your comments! And for those of you stopping by my blog for the first time, thanks so much, and I hope you'll come back some time!Annahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08046635675540466183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4734590638266769310.post-66346346888719577142008-09-21T16:11:00.000-04:002008-09-21T16:11:00.000-04:00I don't really consider myself a writer although I...I don't really consider myself a writer although I do write and I teach writing to 3rd graders. To get in a writing mood, I immerse myself in thought on the topic I want to write about. Sometimes the words just come and, other times, they don't. Like I tell my students though, there is always something to write about no matter how mundane it may seem.<BR/><BR/>Lately, my writing space is my computer when I'm home and my overhead or chart paper when I'm at school.<BR/><BR/>(You don't need to enter me in your contest -- I just wanted to share!) :)Lady Bloggerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08980764011259222552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4734590638266769310.post-84132673482796208322008-09-21T14:21:00.000-04:002008-09-21T14:21:00.000-04:00I posted about your Q&A HERE.No need to enter ...I posted about your Q&A <A HREF="http://blog.literarily.com/2008/09/21/sunday-salon.aspx" REL="nofollow">HERE</A>.<BR/><BR/>No need to enter me in the contest. My TBR pile is so out of control. I just loved the questions and wanted to participate!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4734590638266769310.post-78373827351267980072008-09-20T16:01:00.000-04:002008-09-20T16:01:00.000-04:00I'm finding that I like the computer writing bette...I'm finding that I like the computer writing better than the notebook writing. Though sometimes, the notebook writing is great too.<BR/><BR/>I need music or noise. If it's music, it's better if it's instrumental, or else I end up singing along, which means my brain forgets about writing.<BR/><BR/>Also, my biggest problem is I can't seem to write if there's people around me... or the possibility of someone hanging over my shoulder. At my house, this is ALWAYS a possibility.<BR/><BR/>The other problem is I need a nice big stretch of time ahead of me... I have a hard time sitting down to write something if I only have a few minutes to spare. That's why the writing thing is always pushed to the back burner.Sueyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02926501219758538615noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4734590638266769310.post-46193425079130661992008-09-20T14:52:00.000-04:002008-09-20T14:52:00.000-04:00It's funny... when I write a novel I do it on my a...It's funny... when I write a novel I do it on my ancient laptop that needs to be plugged in or the battery will get completely drained when I boot up. :) So when I write novels I have to fiddle around with the internet for 30 minutes and re-read the last few paragraphs before I can jump in. Short stories can be written longhand in a yellow notepad or on the ancient laptop. Book Reviews for publication are usually written on the ancient laptop. Book Reviews for my blog are usually written on my office computer before I post them. <BR/><BR/>Ideally, I'd be able to write in the morning before everyone has woken up or in the afternoon at home where I can hear the birds sing. These days I have a dog that is an early riser so as soon as an eyelid comes open he's staring at me, ready to start his day. And if I were at home in the afternoon I'd probably be unemployed since I work a 40 hour job full time. hehe<BR/><BR/>amber at amberstults.comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4734590638266769310.post-3898414011030528722008-09-20T12:42:00.000-04:002008-09-20T12:42:00.000-04:00Anna, I really enjoyed the interview, reading abou...Anna, I really enjoyed the interview, reading about how you and Serena write. <BR/><BR/>The banter between you two is great. I really admire long-lasting female friendships. <BR/><BR/>In a world where people move around so much, it can be difficult to maintain those. Kudos to you and Serena!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4734590638266769310.post-77606542068667045922008-09-20T09:56:00.000-04:002008-09-20T09:56:00.000-04:00I don't know that my moods affect my writing so mu...I don't know that my moods affect my writing so much as my writing affects my moods. I have found that when I do creative writing, and write about a villain I will get upset. I get so into the characters that it's like they are real to me. I actually got into an argument once with my husband because I was so cranky after writing about a character who was a misogynistic jerk. <BR/><BR/>akreese (at) hotmail (dot) comAlycehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10919057159829023714noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4734590638266769310.post-16579674571466098502008-09-20T07:40:00.000-04:002008-09-20T07:40:00.000-04:00Thanks for the giveaway! I've already commented on...Thanks for the giveaway! I've already commented on Serena's blog.<BR/><BR/>I definitely prefer using the computer rather than the pen and paper-less messy. My ideal spot is anywhere quiet and de-cluttered. I can't think well with noise or distractions!<BR/><BR/>stonefox@pobox.comStonefoxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01315274338937631860noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4734590638266769310.post-5517595972775226852008-09-20T03:44:00.000-04:002008-09-20T03:44:00.000-04:00Wonderful interview, Serena. :)I definitely prefer...Wonderful interview, Serena. :)<BR/><BR/>I definitely prefer pen and paper for some things, but there are others where it's nice and convenient to use the computer.<BR/><BR/>RebekahCRebekahChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15420724279608026815noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4734590638266769310.post-34287160619591649642008-09-20T00:15:00.000-04:002008-09-20T00:15:00.000-04:00I like writing on a computer much more because wit...I like writing on a computer much more because with pen and paper I never can seem to go fast enough and then I forget things-I like to get it all out with the computer and then go back and tune it up :)<BR/><BR/>-LucileBook Sp(l)othttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11658223129688528833noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4734590638266769310.post-15525542523104387802008-09-19T21:26:00.000-04:002008-09-19T21:26:00.000-04:00Jeannie, thanks so much for taking the time to blo...Jeannie, thanks so much for taking the time to blog about our posts and giveaway. I really appreciate it! You're wonderful! And your ideal writing space sounds heavenly!Annahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08046635675540466183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4734590638266769310.post-47918195448984679592008-09-19T21:22:00.000-04:002008-09-19T21:22:00.000-04:00Hi Sandy! Thanks for entering! Isn't it neat whe...Hi Sandy! Thanks for entering! Isn't it neat when ideas strike us at odd times? My problem is I never have a paper or pen on me when they do! I'm glad I'm not the only one who prefers pen and paper. I've never tried writing in the bathtub...I'm so clumsy, I know I'd drop my notebook in!!<BR/><BR/>Thanks for sharing!Annahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08046635675540466183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4734590638266769310.post-89445849132327325852008-09-19T20:27:00.000-04:002008-09-19T20:27:00.000-04:00How about you, dear readers? How do you mentally p...How about you, dear readers? How do you mentally prepare yourself to write?<BR/>I don't, its usually when I am the most unprepared that ideas and thoughts roll. I usually get alot of ideas in the most unusual places like when my head is underwater in the tub, strange I know but thats how it is.<BR/><BR/> Do you have any writing routines? No, but do carry a pen and paper everywhere and have notepads everywhere for thoughts and ideas.<BR/>Do you prefer pen and paper, or would you rather sit in front of the computer? Pen and paper<BR/>Have you written in odd places? Sitting up in the bathtub, after surgery in the recovery room...so yes strange places.MOMFOREVERANDEVERhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00238159946247403494noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4734590638266769310.post-719773360282142362008-09-19T20:24:00.000-04:002008-09-19T20:24:00.000-04:00My ideal writing space is usually the bedroom with...My ideal writing space is usually the bedroom with the sun coming up.MOMFOREVERANDEVERhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00238159946247403494noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4734590638266769310.post-25057914104936574702008-09-19T15:24:00.000-04:002008-09-19T15:24:00.000-04:00I left you an award. :)I left you an award. :)Triciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09701299201863734003noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4734590638266769310.post-14484054406768149492008-09-19T14:20:00.000-04:002008-09-19T14:20:00.000-04:00I linked both yours and Serena's blogs to my blog ...I linked both yours and Serena's blogs to my blog post and answered your questions there:<BR/><BR/>http://beherewhenican.blogspot.com/2008/09/inside-writers-mind.html<BR/><BR/>My ideal writing space would contain a overstuffed chair, a cool breeze from an open window, and Chopin's Waltz for Piano in A Flat Major playing in the background.<BR/><BR/>What a fantastic way to encourage people to write. Thanks to you both! <BR/><BR/>themiyamas at hotmail dot comJeanniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15118103744959559899noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4734590638266769310.post-25198884241992075042008-09-19T12:04:00.000-04:002008-09-19T12:04:00.000-04:00Hi Teabird!I like your idea of a warm-up journal o...Hi Teabird!<BR/><BR/>I like your idea of a warm-up journal or letter! I might try that one!<BR/><BR/>Thanks for entering, and we're glad you enjoyed the interview!Annahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08046635675540466183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4734590638266769310.post-9533861607535569072008-09-19T11:50:00.000-04:002008-09-19T11:50:00.000-04:00I prepare myself to write by writing - in my journ...I prepare myself to write by writing - in my journal, or a letter to a friend - always by hand with a fountain pen. Then I write. The journal or letter-writing is like stretching and warming up before exercise!<BR/>My favorite place to write is the cafe at Barnes & Noble - the music is perfect and ambient, I love the cinnamon scones, the large tea lasts me for a couple of hours (or I get another one). Best of all: I'm anonymous. No one asks me questions beyond "shall I leave space for milk?" It's the only place/time when I'm free of being questioned, and it frees me to focus and write.<BR/>Ideally, I'd write in my little home office - but it's so cluttered, and my husband asks me questions, and I get distracted by the chipmunks on the deck...<BR/><BR/>I loved your interview!<BR/><BR/>teabird 17 at yahoo dot comteabirdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01789062795176641187noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4734590638266769310.post-6400797333269521052008-09-19T10:17:00.000-04:002008-09-19T10:17:00.000-04:00This was a good article I think! Let's hope there...This was a good article I think! Let's hope there are more interested parties out there who want to share their writing processes with us.Serenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04745809545249574387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4734590638266769310.post-71098782318778358552008-09-19T09:03:00.000-04:002008-09-19T09:03:00.000-04:00Hi Kristi!Thanks for entering! Cobalt blue and su...Hi Kristi!<BR/><BR/>Thanks for entering! Cobalt blue and sunshine yellow sounds like a great combination. I love how yellow just brightens up a room, and if I ever manage to set aside a dedicated space in my home for writing, it would be yellow for sure!<BR/><BR/>Good luck with your picture books!!Annahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08046635675540466183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4734590638266769310.post-9702018914683848032008-09-19T08:52:00.000-04:002008-09-19T08:52:00.000-04:00I'm a children's book illustrator by trade, but I'...I'm a children's book illustrator by trade, but I've been trying my hand at writing picture books. Since I would also illustrate the book, I try to write and visually see the illustrations together in my head. I prefer to type on my computer with my sketchbook nearby. I've tried writing in coffee shops and other places, but I think my ideal writing space is truly my studio/office. I painted the walls cobalt blue and sunshine yellow, and I have art hanging up that I adore. It's my creative spot.<BR/><BR/>Thanks for hosting this giveaway!Kristi Valianthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05997984098630895653noreply@blogger.com