Writers Writing Place. Indoors Or Out? 17 Confess…

Write. Just Write. 

“Are you most comfortable when you write at home in private or out at a local coffee shop?“ That was the question asked in a public writers’ forum. Curious, I dived in to hear what other writers had to say. Here I share response from writers who feverishly chimed in.

1. I write anywhere as long as the place is quiet and/or nature is all around
2. At home, but if the inspiration comes anywhere else I will scratch down the basic idea and pursue it later
3. Home
4. I write only at home but read everywhere
5. I used to think I needed to be some place else in order to truly write but during quarantine, I have learned that I can write at home and be extremely productive
6. Anywhere so long as I get the inspiration to write
7. If I am alone then at home. But I’ve also found being out at the bookstore made it almost easier to write and finish a scene
8. Usually at a coffee shop. I can focus
9. Both. I write differently given the location
10. Driving at night when I am alone, I tend to talk to myself and come up with some good details. I record them with an audio file on my phone and plan on some day to get them all typed up so I can put them together
11. I write in the privacy of a spare room
12. Either, as long as its not too noisy
13. Home, unless I am at the library
14. In Public
15. A mix. I do miss the neighborhood coffee shops during this quarantine
16. I like to write at home. I sit at my computer with some thunderstorms on YouTube in my headphone and type away
17. Anywhere

What’s your preference? Do share. We would love to hear.

Cheers!

Author: Dr. Shelly

Dr. Shelly Cameron is a leadership strategist, author, and executive coach dedicated to helping individuals uncover their purpose, elevate their leadership potential, and achieve meaningful success. She is the creator of the GreenLight Leadership Framework. As the curator of SuccessfulLeaders.net, Dr. Shelly shares insights drawn from her extensive experience in organizational development, human resources, and personal growth. She is passionate about empowering professionals to navigate change, manage stress, and design fulfilling lives through intentional goal setting, self-discovery, and continuous learning. Dr. Shelly's research on Success Strategies was published in the JAABC Business Journal. She is also the author of several books, including works on leadership, success, and cultural intelligence. View all posts by Dr. Shelly