Sophie Wan is a Bay Area native who is now battling the winters in Philadelphia. She graduated from UC Berkeley and spends far too much time drafting emails and drinking tea. Women of Good Fortune is her debut novel.
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What does your writing space look like?
My writing space is honestly kind of a mess. I have a small desk with a monitor and a laptop stand, and I usually have a bunch of miscellaneous items like lip balm, multicolored pens, whatever book I'm currently reading, and incomplete homework scattered everywhere. But I always make space for my 1L water bottle and my mug for morning tea. Writing this is making me feel like I should clean it up.
If you could spend a day with another popular author (living or dead), who would you choose and why?
I would hang out with Meg Cabot! I read all her books growing up and was a huge Princess Diaries fan. I think we'd have a fantastic time chatting and laughing.
How do you celebrate when you finish your book?
I hit up my TBR pile and enjoy the relief of reading something that is not my own work.
Is there something you do/have while writing that helps your process? (Music, snacks, etc.)
Having hot water within reaching distance is key. I also think putting on music without vocals helps me with my focus.
What book are you currently reading?
The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese. It's a thick one, but I'm enjoying every minute.
