I have a general writing playlist that serves me very well, and then a couple of others for specific things: one for writing middle grade, one for writing love scenes (my nemesis!), and one for writing cosy fantasy. They make a huge difference!
Plus, as a fantasy writer, no one in my world is listening to real songs, but I have written lyrics for a couple to add some musical flavour to my worlds!
Good article. Just out of curiosity, when did 'writer's block' become Ponder Point? I like it, and it better conveys what's actually happening with the author without sounding negative.
I can’t write without music playing. Depending on what I am working on, I’ve got “noir jazz” and “tavern music” and “epic soundtrack” playlists lined up…
I have a general writing playlist that serves me very well, and then a couple of others for specific things: one for writing middle grade, one for writing love scenes (my nemesis!), and one for writing cosy fantasy. They make a huge difference!
Plus, as a fantasy writer, no one in my world is listening to real songs, but I have written lyrics for a couple to add some musical flavour to my worlds!
That’s amazing; your characters didn’t have songs so you CREATED some for them!
And indeed, all those tasks require a different ambience.
Yay for playlists!
Good article. Just out of curiosity, when did 'writer's block' become Ponder Point? I like it, and it better conveys what's actually happening with the author without sounding negative.
Here’s my post on writer’s block for my full explanation btw: https://tlclarkauthor.substack.com/p/writers-block
Thak You!
The Ponder Point is my own special take on it - I found it helped me change perspective on writer’s block, and plough through :)
I’m glad it resonates with you too.
That more positive, easier to manage outlook is indeed the key.
<3
I can’t write without music playing. Depending on what I am working on, I’ve got “noir jazz” and “tavern music” and “epic soundtrack” playlists lined up…
Awesome selection <3 I have to confess, I did have a medieval tavern playlist going too :)
Music is so powerful.