Writers are often told, “It should be as long as it needs to be,” but that well meaning advice can leave first time authors wandering in the dark. How can you know what a book “needs” before you’ve written it, and what happens when you ignore the expectations of readers and the realities of publishing? In this episode, we’re breaking down why constraints are not the enemy of creativity—they’re the guiderails that help you move forward with confidence. We’ll explore how to think about target book length and share five practical tips for keeping word count in mind while drafting.
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0:00-Intro
11:31 Industry's Conventions
16:45 Ranges by genre
23:43 The Benefits of Helpful Constraints
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