This month, I’ve been discussing how to get ready to write a novel and forgot to ask the most basic questions–why do you want to write a novel?

There are no wrong answers, except that one where you want to write a novel because you think you’ll get to be rich and famous after publishing one book. Most writers never get wealthy or even write fiction as their full time job. It’s second job or a hobby they do in their spare time.

Now that that myth is dispelled, I’ll tell you my reason. I was born a writer. I have to write. Like exercise, I feel better when I do. If I had never published a single story, I would still be a writer. Writing novels seems to be the best form to tell the stories I want to share.

Now it’s your turn. I’d love to know your reason!