Music is integral to cultures around the world. And, as many authors will attest, it can be equally important to writing. For me, it’s almost necessary to developing my stories and even characters. When I listen to a song, scenes, character moments, and background info unfurl in my head. Sometimes, certain songs become so entwined with one of my books that once I’m finished writing it, I can’t stand to listen to the song anymore. I’ve moved on with the story in my mind by then, and certain songs only take the story backwards for me. (I know, it’s bizarre.) That […]