Oh, I just tend to believe in things when I'm writing…
“Oh, I just tend to believe in things when I'm writing them. For instance, when I was writing 'Doctor Dee,' I believed in magic. And when I wrote 'Hawksmoor' I believed in psychic geography. But as soon as I type the last full stop, I'm back to being a complete blank again.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Belief in fictional worlds fuels creativity, but confidence fades after completion.
In simple terms: Belief fuels writing, then wanes.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the creative flow.
Themes
creativity
belief
writing process
Mood
introspective
creative
Type
literary
psychological
When to use this quote
- drafting novels
- post‑writing reflection
- creative blocks
Key Concepts
psychology of imagination
authorial identity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you transition from creation to critique?
- What sustains your belief during drafts?
A Different Perspective
Confidence may return with reflection.