Writing a novel can be an intimidating prospect, so here is a tool that will help you start on the right foot: The Initial Minor Villain Table. How do you get some sizzling conflict cooking from the very first page? With an initial villain, of course! The nature of your initial villain will determine much else about the setting and starting condition of your main character, simplifying the writing process greatly. If that sounds good, and I'm sure it does, grab your favorite random number generator and get ready to roll!
1 Barbarian warlord
2 Mean teacher
3 Slave overseer
4 Arrogant young master
5 Bad boy vampire
6 Father
7 Hooded figure
8 Megacorporation security chief
9 Rival athlete
10 Lieutenant questioning his orders
11 Thief
12 Clumsy maid
Now you're on your way, Mr. President!
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