Elizabeth
Elizabeth asked Jim Lynch:

How do you know when you have a good idea? One thats worth writing about for years?

Jim Lynch Great question. I'm not sure how to answer it. The truth is I don't know until I actually try to write a book whether it will work or not, whether the idea is strong enough to not only sustain my interest but to get richer and stronger with each draft. I trust my instincts on what sort of book I would like to read next, and then I set out to craft that book. It's a gamble that can be both exasperating and thrilling. Good luck.

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