If you're a new author, I'm hosting a free challenge - 5 Days To Plot Your First Novel. It runs 5-9 October 2020 and will be a lot of fun. If you'd like to take part, go to www.PlotYourNovel.com and sign up :)


What's this episode about?

When you're starting out on your writing journey you might be wondering what the right chapter length is. If you are, let me reassure you that this is something you don't need to worry about! Your chapters will be as long as you feel they need to be.

This episode looks at when it's good to use short chapter lengths, short chapter lengths or no chapters at all. Varying your chapter-length allows you to play with pace, especially at the end of the book as a way to build tension.

Learn to trust your writer's instincts. You know when a chapter-length is too short, too long or just right.

Links mentioned in the episode:

• Reedsy table of books
• Books by Gabriel García Márquez
• Marilynne Robinson
• To The White Sea, James Dickey
• At Swim-Two-Birds, Flann O'Brien
• 3 Easy Steps To Start Writing Your Novel

Associated Blog Post:
https://emmadhesi.com/chapterlength