Many writers believe they need a quiet, perfectly set-up space to write their book. But this idea can actually hold writers back. In this episode of Inside Creative Writing, Brad Reed challenges the myth of the perfect writing place and explains why successful writers learn to work anywhere.

Traditional advice tells writers to create a dedicated, distraction-free environment to build a routine. While this can be helpful, life is often unpredictable, and waiting for the right conditions can lead to procrastination disguised as preparation.

Brad shares his own experience with this struggle, referencing Steven Pressfield’s concept of Resistance from The War of Art. He explains how he convinced himself that he couldn’t do his best work unless everything was perfect—only to realize that this mindset was preventing him from writing at all.

Instead of waiting for perfect conditions, Brad made two major changes to his writing process:

1. He switched to Google Docs so he could access his work from any device, anywhere.
2. He bought a cheap Chromebook that allowed him to write on the go, whether in a car, at a coffee shop, or even on the beach.

By adapting to different environments, he found himself writing more frequently and breaking through creative roadblocks.

• Use cloud-based tools to access your manuscript wherever you are.
• Stop waiting for long, uninterrupted blocks of time—write in short bursts instead.
• Try writing in different locations to spark creativity and increase output.
• Change your mindset—writing doesn’t require perfect conditions, just commitment.
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If you’ve been struggling to find the perfect writing spot, this episode will help you rethink your approach.