Is it Long Enough?

How big is big?Let’s get down to brass tacks right here, right now: How long should a chapterbe?
Simple—Long enough to get the job done.
[Insert your own clever double-entendre here.  I’ll wait.]
Even in our digital age of e-readers that automatically maintain your spot (excellent) chapters still have a purpose.  They give your author a point to sigh in exhaustion and relief, and celebrate with a well-deserved Scotch.  They also provide a (hopefully) natural break in the action fo...