Always Quote by Aminatta Forna
“I was always at heart a novelist and wanted to tell a bigger story, so I wanted to create people who told other kinds of truths than literal truths.”
About This Quote
A writer seeks to craft characters who reveal deeper, non‑literal truths, expanding the narrative beyond surface facts.
In simple terms: Create characters that express deeper truths beyond literal facts.
Key Takeaway
Use storytelling to explore hidden meanings.
Themes
creativity
truth
storytelling
Mood
inspirational
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- screenwriting
- personal essays
- teaching writing
Key Concepts
narrative depth
character development
Questions to Reflect On
- What non‑literal truths can a character embody?
- How do you balance fact and metaphor?
A Different Perspective
Literal truth may limit imagination.
