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I can only speak from my very limited experience of writing my first novel, which is a Work in Progress right now.

Although I've created stories in my head for years and years (all character-based, very short, soon forgotten, and never very involved with regards to plot and development), I never actually sat down to write a book until a theme hit me. I then created characters and a plot to match that theme (well, to be frank, I think the characters found ME and told me their plot, but that's a whole 'nother ball of wax). Since I don't have any other experiences to draw from, I can only say Theme First, then everything else follows. I don't think that's the way it *has* to me, mind you, but it's the way it has been for me, at least up to now. Guess we'll see what the future holds.

Very interesting topic! Can't wait to read other responses

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