Time to Write

I have been reading the posts from the new More Than Writers Blog and each one has made me think about myself as a writer. Today's post, Room to Write, really got me thinking. Tania Vaughan talks about not only having a room in which to write, but also making room to write. 

I have a fabulous office in which to write. I have a large desk, a super fast computer, myriad bookshelves and bright light. So my room in which to write is top of the range and good to go. That takes me to the next part of the equation which I call Time to Write. As far as I am concerned it is always time to write. Whatever the time of day, or wherever I am, it is always a good time to write something.

However, do I find time to write? That is another question altogether. Like many people my time is increasingly squeezed from every possible angle. I find myself saying yes to things rather than no. Now don't get me wrong, people are important and I will always find time for them. However, should this be at the expense of my writing. Also, book promotion, speaking engagements and taking random pictures of my books in Waterstones (as above), although exciting, take time away from writing. I have decided that I need to find time to spend with my writers self. What I do, and finding time to write, are important. They are important to me, and important to those waiting for book number two.

So, my fellow Bookaholic's my, promise to you, and me, is that I will now be scheduling time in my busy life to write like the demons of hell are behind me. For those of you waiting for the next book this will come as a great relief. I will also be finding time to read some great books. See you all back here in Bookaholic land soon. Until then keep writing and/or reading.