My writing is deeply affected by what I see and hear. In fact, I discovered during October I could actually write a short story every day or two given a compelling image.
With a little thought I remember several stories that were inspired and informed by songs, such as Jimi Hendrix's 'Watchtower.' I've even written some (hidden) fan fiction related to the television series 'Firefly.'
What I can't do is write while listening to radio or even in the same room with a cajoling, tempting, playing television. My mind wants to sing the song or watch the images. Ah, and the beautiful, flickering, challenging graphics of computer games - totally addictive.
Clearly the challenge is to avoid the distractions, however much my desires seek them out. I need someplace to hide, apparently; someplace with locks, maybe some bars, possibly an armed guard.
Egad, my perfect writing place is prison?
Heh!
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