creativity – A.C. Dillon

Codename WTZ: The Music

I can’t write without music. I know, zero surprise. But I can’t. The first step in my writing process (after the initial idea, of course) is building a writing playlist. For those who don’t work this way, it may seem like a diversion. “Shouldn’t you be outlining? Developing character studies? Doing research?” Yes, yes IContinue reading “Codename WTZ: The Music”

Behind The Book: How One Great Song By Arkells Revealed A Character’s Backstory

Over time, I’ll be sharing the soundtrack for Waiting For A Star To Fall, and how each song inspired or enhanced the creation of the novel. Impatient? Full Spotify playlist is here. Star was the book where Canadian bands somehow knew just what I needed. While July Talk found a way to kickstart my Muse,Continue reading “Behind The Book: How One Great Song By Arkells Revealed A Character’s Backstory”

Behind The Book: How An Uncompromising Rock Band From Toronto Revived A Comatose Muse

Over time, I’ll be sharing the soundtrack for Waiting For A Star To Fall, and how each song inspired or enhanced the creation of the novel. Impatient? Full Spotify playlist is here. 2013 was the year of emptiness. Every writer will tell you that Writer’s Block is a very real phenomenon, one that often strikesContinue reading “Behind The Book: How An Uncompromising Rock Band From Toronto Revived A Comatose Muse”