Essential Things I have at My Desk

Hello!

I like to write at my desk, but there are a few important things I keep on hand all the time.

A Clean Space

I figured out pretty quickly that having a clean desk is very helpful to being productive. Plus, this helps my desk from getting super cluttered.

Notebooks

I usually have at least one notebook filled with story outlines. I try to take this with me most everywhere I go so if I have extra time I can do some outlining or character development. When the notebook gets completely filled up, I put it in a drawer with other filled notebooks and then I get a new one.

Pens and Pencils

I outline and do character development by hand, so having pencils and pens on hand is very important. I like to use mechanical pencils because they don’t have to be sharpened all the time like normal pencils. I have a rather large collection of gel pens, which are fun to write with too.

Puzzles

I constantly have a puzzle laid out on the floor or on a table. When I need a break from writing, I like to work on a puzzle. It’s a great way to clear my head.

Music

Sometimes I like to listen to music while writing. I listen to instrumental music so the words don’t distract me from my writing. I really like listening to the How To Train Your Dragon soundtrack.

Other Places

I enjoy going to the local coffee shop or the library to write too. I’ve also been known to bring a notebook with me when I go camping. In the evenings I like to sit in a hammock and either read or scribble furiously in a notebook.

Until next time!

-Hannah

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