Painting is marvelous; it makes you happier and more patient. Afterwards you do not have black fingers as with writing, but blue and red ones.
Hermann HesseRead
My #1 job as a thriller author is to give readers the best white-knuckle thrill ride I am capable of. I am first and foremost in the entertainment business. If that suspenseful ride is also terrifying because it hits really close to home, then I am once again doing what I am supposed to do as a thriller author.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The author prioritizes creating intense and engaging experiences for readers through thrilling narratives.
In this quote, Brad Thor emphasizes that his primary responsibility as a thriller author is to craft gripping stories that immerse readers and evoke strong emotions. He views storytelling as an entertainment endeavor, where the thrill and suspense not only entertain but also resonate deeply with the audience, reflecting their fears and realities.
Themes
ThrillerEntertainmentSuspenseStorytellingAuthorship
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote in a writing workshop to inspire aspiring authors about the importance of engaging storytelling.
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