Only bad writers think that their work is really good.
Anne EnrightRead
Write whatever way you like. Fiction is made of words on a page; reality is made of something else. It doesn't matter how "real" your story is, or how "made up": what matters is its necessity.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes that the essence of a story lies in its importance rather than its realism or fictional nature.
Anne Enright highlights the unique nature of fiction, asserting that its value is not determined by how closely it mirrors reality, but by its ability to convey necessary truths and emotions. The quote invites writers to embrace their creativity without being constrained by realism, suggesting that the impact of a narrative is what truly matters.
Themes
FictionRealityStorytellingCreativityNecessity
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used during a writing workshop to inspire creativity among participants.
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