Write Your Story with Ally Fallon How to Know If Your Book Is Worth Writing
Nov 18, 2025
Doubt is a common hurdle for aspiring writers wondering if their ideas are good enough. The host shares personal insights on the importance of nurturing ideas before dismissing them, comparing them to tender animals needing time to develop. She discusses her own experiences with setbacks and insecurity, emphasizing that outside opinions shouldn't dictate the value of a book concept. Ultimately, she encourages embracing growth through writing and suggests dialogue with your idea instead of seeking validation from others.
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Use Structured Timeframes To Finish
- Offer yourself generous permission and space to write without forcing the outcome.
- Use structured, paced programs (like Ally's course) to finish a manuscript on a realistic timeline.
A Year Off Sparked Realignment
- Ally took a year off coaching to grieve, recalibrate, and be present with family after major losses.
- That pause helped her realign and later inspired bringing back her course in a new format.
Doubt Persists Despite Experience
- Doubt about an idea is universal, even for experienced publishing professionals.
- Experience doesn't remove the recurring question: is this idea interesting to anyone else?
