History has a way of repeating itself, and here I am facing the same creative challenge that derailed my first novel attempt nearly a decade ago. Back then, my project collapsed under its own weight—an ambitious story that grew too large and complex to sustain. The difference now? I have AI as a developmental partner, and I’m approaching the scope issue with more strategic thinking.
What began as a single novel about the Impossible Scenario has evolved into something much larger. The concepts at the heart of this story demand more space than a single book can provide. Rather than forcing everything into one overwhelming narrative, I’ve made the decision to develop this as a trilogy. This approach will allow each major idea to unfold naturally, giving readers time to absorb the complexity without feeling buried under exposition.
The challenge lies in pacing and execution. I can’t afford to spend years perfecting the first installment while the subsequent books remain unwritten. After years of development work on this mystery thriller, I’m acutely aware that I need tangible results. The pressure to produce something concrete grows stronger with each passing month.
However, AI has transformed my writing process in ways I couldn’t have imagined during my first attempt. The speed of development has increased dramatically, allowing me to explore ideas, refine plot structures, and solve narrative problems more efficiently than ever before. This technological advantage gives me confidence that I can meet my ambitious timeline.
My goal is to complete the first draft by spring 2026. It’s an aggressive schedule, but with the right tools and a clear structural plan, it feels achievable. The key will be maintaining momentum while ensuring each book in the trilogy can stand on its own while contributing to the larger narrative arc.
Sometimes the story tells you what it needs to be, rather than what you initially planned. In this case, the Impossible Scenario has made its requirements clear: it needs room to breathe, time to develop, and space to surprise both the writer and the reader. A trilogy it shall be.
