: Re: How long can a first novel be? I am writing my first novel, which has gathered about 150000 words. I guess it will be around 170-180k words when it is finished. Assuming that it will loose

2 books deals are not common; better develop the present book into a trilogy. Each book should be 80-100K words. I know you are almost done, but you can add various subplots to lengthen the story.

For now, only concentrate on the first book, find an end point, weave in subplots and flesh it. Only after polishing and publishing, continue developing books 2 and 3.

Another way to go is to stay with a single novel is by mercilessly editing and pruning your story to under 100 000 words, some novels have been greatly improved from extreme editing.

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