Writers Are More Prolific When They Cluster

But a new study that is forthcoming in the Journal of Urban Economics finds evidence of clustering of writers in 18th- and 19th-century London, a period well before the onset of today’s knowledge and creative economy. Furthermore, being part of the London cluster increased the likelihood of an author having their work published in any given year by 24 percent. Mitchell writes:    Due to the geographic concentration of creative industries, authors in London likely had access to stronger and more advantageous social networks, in terms of increased connections with their peers (other authors), individuals with influence within the publishing industry (agents, publishers, critics), and those who are a part of the intellectual and cultural elite (artists, musicians, wealthy patrons).

Source: www.citylab.com