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“There's only one set of books I've written that I knew was going to be more than one book at the beginning, and those are the 'Missing Link' books.” quote by Kate Thompson
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“There's only one set of books I've written that I knew was going to be more than one book at the beginning, and those are the 'Missing Link' books.”

Kate Thompson

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

She notes that only the Missing Link series was intended as a multi‑book saga from the start.

In simple terms: Planned a series from the beginning.

Key Takeaway

Plan sequels early for cohesive storytelling.

Themes

planning series writing authorial intent long‑form narrative continuity

Mood

strategic forward‑thinking

Type

literary serial

When to use this quote

  • book proposals
  • series contracts
  • editor meetings
  • fan community engagement
  • marketing plans

Key Concepts

serial storytelling authorial foresight narrative planning

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why plan a series versus a standalone?
  • How do you keep a long narrative fresh?
A Different Perspective

Series may pressure future books to meet expectations.

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