Frequently Asked Questions

Does the CD only help fiction writers or will it help me with my non-fiction project too?

The CD will boost creativity, motivation, and productivity regardless of whether you are writing fiction or non-fiction. Whether you're writing a novel, screenplay, short story, magazine article, poem, play, or research paper, the Writer's Mind CD can help.

How many tracks are included on the CD?

The CD contains two tracks. Listen to Track 1, Inspiration, whenever you want to boost your creativity. Use it for stimulating new ideas, brainstorming, story plotting, character development, and more. Inspiration will help you eliminate writer’s block. Listen to Track 2, The Writing Zone, whenever you want to boost your motivation, enhance your concentration, or increase your productivity. Use it to get into the writing zone and to keep yourself focused and on track.

How does the audio technology work?

The Writer's Mind CD uses harmonically layered brainwave audio technology to trigger specific brain states and patterns when listened to via headphones. These brain states help to enhance creativity, motivation and concentration, and bring about many other positive benefits. The technology also synchronizes the left and right hemispheres of the brain, allowing you to access the creative right brain and the productive left brain at the same time. To learn more about the science behind the technology, please visit the How It Works section of our web site.

Do I need any special equipment to listen to your audio technology?

You'll need headphones or earphones in order for the brainwave technology to have an effect, but any headphones or earphones with a frequency range of 20Hz–20,000Hz or better will work just fine. If you do not already own headphones or earphones, most inexpensive headphones or earphones (under $20/pair) can reproduce a range of 20Hz–20,000Hz or better, so you won't need to purchase expensive equipment in order for the CD to be effective. Inexpensive headphones and earphones capable of handling a broad range are available in large retail stores such as Best Buy or Wal-Mart and through many online retailers such as Amazon.com.

Can I play the audio tracks on my MP3 player instead of playing them in my stereo or portable CD player?

We don't recommend converting the audio tracks to MP3 format because the compression process can interfere with the brainwave technology on the CD, but you can convert the tracks to WAV or AIFF format and play them on your portable player in that format instead. When an audio track is converted to a format like MP3 or WMA, the audio is compressed to make the resulting file smaller. During that compression process, certain frequencies and bits of audio data are clipped and some of the quality is lost. When converting normal music tracks, the missing data isn't as noticeable to the listener, but with tracks that contain such precise binaural frequencies, any missing data can cause a noticeable difference in the brainwave effects. You can convert the CD tracks to WAV format, AIFF format, Apple Lossless format, or any other format that isn't compressed, and the files will be slightly larger than MP3 files but the audio quality will be retained and you won't lose any of the effectiveness.

Why do you use the sound of rain on the CD?

The sounds of rain are used to mask the sound of the binaural frequencies and to provide the most pleasant listening experience possible. In addition, studies throughout the past few decades have proven that masking binaural tones with a form of white noise such as rain enhances the effectiveness of the tones.

Are there any other sounds or voices on the CD?

There are no vocals or subliminal tracks on the CD. The CD contains only the frequencies that make up the brainwave technology, and the binaural frequencies are set at a level just below the sound of the rain.

Can I listen to a sound sample before I purchase the CD?

Please visit our Sound Sample page to listen to a brief sample of the CD.

Which credit cards or payment methods do you accept?

We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and PayPal.

Do you ship to customers living outside the U.S.?

Yes, we ship to countries around the world.

When will my order be shipped?

Orders are shipped within two business days or less.

What is the cost for shipping?

We ship via the U.S. Postal Service, and the shipping rate depends on which shipping method you select. The shipping rates for one Writer's Mind CD are:

• Standard Mail (U.S. only): $3.95
• Priority Mail (U.S. only): $5.95
• Standard International Mail (outside U.S.): $6.95
• Global Priority Mail (outside U.S.): $12.95

Do you offer wholesale discounts for bulk orders?

We offer a wholesale discount for orders of 20 units or more, with additional discounts for larger quantities. For wholesale information and pricing, please contact us.

Will you share my contact information with other companies?

We will never sell your contact information or share it with other companies. Your contact information will always be kept strictly confidential.

What is your refund policy?

Due to CD copying and piracy issues, we can only offer a refund on unopened CDs. To request a refund for an unopened CD, please contact us for a Return Authorization Number within 30 days of placing your order.