Some writers would have you believe that writing is a solitary occupation. You imagine some scrawny writer in a drafty old building crafting his or her masterpiece. Nope - not like that at all. Before I got the laptop my writing was only done at home and I think suffered as a result but now the cord is cut and I can write anywhere I damn well please - although the middle of the freeway is a definite no-no.
In the last few months Girl Ink and I have been writing in coffee shops but there are rules. First don't go for the small places, if the place only has five seats they are going to notice if you stay a long time. Second always buy something, coffee is good but maybe a cake as well. Third don't make a nuisance of yourself no loud braying laughter, risque jokes etc you want to be the invisible writer.
Our Favourites
Divas - good coffee and cupcakes. Dome can provide some really juicy material because the people on the other side of it sound so close they could be whispering in your ear. Nice patio in the Summer. Wi-fi
Mestizo Coffee - food is good, loads of comfy chairs, wi-fi, music isn't too distracting just don't sit right under the speakers.
Nostalgia - good coffee, mini's cupcakes! plenty of room to spread out and of course wi-fi.
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