Today’s question is: How important is research to you when writing a book? What have you researched for you current manuscript?
Research is not limited to non-fiction a lot is required to ensure historical elements are correct and even geographical aspects in some cases. While writing my steampunk novel, I have looked into a lot of mechanical elements, such as steam-powered and clockwork mechanisms. We may not use a lot of the research but it gives us a better foundation to work with.
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Last weeks question: Some writers create a bubble around themselves until they’re finished with their project – how true is that in your case?
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Once I am in the story I do not hear external noises. In fact I’ve had family come and nudge me to get my attention.
I keep a notebook next to my bed so I can scribble any midnight ideas. Otherwise, I need complete silence while sitting at my computer and writing. I even go so far as wearing earplugs to muffle extraneous noise.