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On Wednesdays, our friends at YA Highway ask a reading or writing-related question. On Thursdays, we answer!


Kristan:

I don't have a writing playlist, and often don't listen to music when I'm working. I guess if I could choose, I would almost always prefer the sound of a light rainstorm outside.

Sarah:

I write to music often and create playlists for different characters; however, I don't always stick to them or share them because I get bored easily. So the best answer is just to tell you what I'm listening/writing to at the moment, which is Nick Mulvey. Specifically this song:


The best thing about writing to music is it creates a sort of nostalgia where I can hear a song and remember which stage I was in during the drafting process. And drafting is where I get the most satisfaction from writing. :)

Ingrid:

I don't listen to music while I write -- it tends to distract me -- but sometimes I'll listen to music before I write that I find inspiring. Actually, what is most fun is when someone else reads my stuff and then sends me a song, saying, "This reminds me of your character!" That is pretty cool.

You:

Join in the fun by leaving your answer in the comments here, at YA Highway, on your own blog, and/or on Twitter with the hashtag #roadtripwednesday.