Well I think it is, otherwise I wouldn't still be so interested in such a large story. I tend to keep a story or idea simple if the person isn't worth using so much brainpower for. XD I realize that's mean but it's not like I tell them they're not worth it. >_>
Yeah, I don't usually shoot for a length. If I do, I won't make it but more often than not I overshoot it. I just wrote a biography for a character that was like,a damn book and felt really bad for my partner for having to read it. ;XD