: Re: Writing a novel which has the same structure and a particular theme in each chapter I'm writing a novel that will have 9 chapters. Most of the chapters have the same structure: The main

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There is nothing wrong with choosing such a structure. By the end of the second or third chapter, the reader may appreciate the regularity.

There will be some challenges. I assume the changes which occur in the world will serve some overarching narrative. You must advance this narrative within each chapter somehow. Intermingling the events from inside and outside the hole effectively will likely be challenging. On the other hand, if you choose to make this a completely episodic story with no greater plot, then you must convey this to the reader early. You must prepare the reader for your endgame.

Any structure is like a set of handcuffs. It limits your choices. The ability to tell a compelling story within that structure is all that matters. Ideally, you already have a plan to handle plot resolution within the confines you've chosen. Either way, your early readers can provide feedback on what they found confusing or lacking.

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