Whether it was easy to write a novel in ancient times or in modern times depended on the purpose of the novel and the audience. If one wanted to write a novel about historical events, historical figures, traditional culture, etc., then the historical background of ancient times might be more interesting. Because ancient historical events and characters were very rich, they could be used as the background and material of the novel, and ancient society and culture could also provide many interesting details and plots for the novel. On the other hand, if one wanted to write a novel about modern life, social phenomena, technological progress, etc., then a modern setting might be more attractive to readers. Because modern society and culture are more modern and diverse, there are many aspects that can be explored and described, and there are also many ready-made materials and plots that can be used. The difficulty of writing a novel also depended on the theme, plot, character description, and other aspects of the novel. Different stories and backgrounds would have different writing difficulties.