Welcome back to another Open Book Blog Hop!

Today’s topic is: Do you have any rituals, quirks, or superstitions when it comes to working?

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I wouldn’t say I have any specific rituals or superstitions when it comes to writing. I don’t have a favourite pen, or lucky underwear, or specific way of organising my writing space. I just have to be in the right frame of mind for it. If I’m too tired, that’s no good. And I actually have to want to write. If I’m only doing it because I feel I have to, that’s not going to do me any favours at all.

One requirement for me though is it can’t be silent. I know for many silence is a must. But for me, silence can be as distracting as having the TV on – also a no go for me. Music is something I like when writing, especially if it sets the scene or mood. But some kind of background noise is a must. It’s probably why I enjoy writing in spaces like coffee shops. But that really is as close to a ritual as I get!