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What’s The Big Idea For Your Novel?

And is it enough to keep your readers on board?

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David McIlroy
Sep 28, 2023
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“Big ideas are little ideas that no-one killed too soon.” ~ Seth Godin

Every novel starts with one Big Idea.

It’s the hook that snags the reader once they pluck your book from the shelf, or click on the cover on Amazon. It’s the sweet little crumb that brings them back for the whole cake.

One irresistible premise. One star at the centre of your narrative solar system.

But how do you know if your Big Idea has legs? How can you be sure you’ll like it enough to finish bringing it to life, never mind have your readers pay to crack open its pages?

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