How do you write?

[serria]

Technically, I mean. What kind of computer do you use? Or do you write freehand/some other way? Do you use any special programs? Microsoft Word, or something like Write or Die? Do you care about the font you use?

I'm one of those cliche aspiring authors who bought a Netbook. I heard that's kind of a stereotype, but mine really has been perfect for me. My normal laptop is too big to carry around, and the Netbook fits in my handbag and has a 7+ hour long battery life. I purposefully don't have any other programs except for Open Office on it, and it isn't hooked up to the Internet so I can't be distracted.

I use Open Office because it's free, and my Netbook didn't come with Microsoft Word. Actually, I've done a lot of writing just on Wordpad because it loads so quickly, haha.

Comments

[siofrabunnies]

I looked into Scrivener a while ago. The only thing stopping me from getting it was the cost (I never plan on publishing, so I was waiting until I did grad school to justify it). Having one document to link all the different parts is indispensable, and I can't wait until I can justify buying it.

[inkdust]

Oh yeah, it would be so helpful for grad school too. I hope that's soon for you!

[siofrabunnies]

Not remotely, unfortunately. There's a lot standing in my way. I hope to eventually, but I'm keeping up my studies on my own in the meantime. I just needed a big break from academic stress.

[inkdust]

That I understand.