Unfortunately it is not so easy to write a good, exciting, spell binding
novel as most people would think. It takes a lot of time (Sometimes
years, although some professional writers are often writing three books at once,
(or trying to) completing each one in about six months). It takes a lot of skill
to keep the reader "hooked." (Well, hopefully there will be millions
of readers!). While your story may gel nicely the text may often need several
revisions to make it realistic and believable. Some subjects require very careful
handling, such as sex and religious beliefs to name but two. (Too much
gratuitous sex in the first few pages will put the reader off; and sexual
actions which seem unrealistic will leave the reader cold and distracted).
But, if you can write a good novel it could make you a lot of money; and
provide a way of life that is extremely pleasant. Also, once you are
established, you can write anywhere
in the world.