Choices Quote by Anna Boden

When a character does something appalling but you still want to root for them, I find that the most exciting challenge to play, if…

— David Walton

Without having an emotional connection or some relatability to the characters, there's really nothing to root for, in some respect.

— David Nutter

Maybe I'm perverse, but the question of "rooting" for a character, or setting out to write a character for whom other people will root,…

— James Lasdun

I always let the characters guide the stories. They really let me know what they want to say and what action they want to…

— Ellen Schreiber

Give the reader at least one character he or she can root for.

— Kurt Vonnegut

I find flawed characters much more interesting than perfect ones and enjoy the challenge of making readers root for them in spite of their…

— Emily Giffin

My love is to tell a story but I like stories that evolve from character, from the nature of the individuals involved.

— David McCullough

You want to tell a great story. You want these characters to become part of people's lives. And then, hopefully, that generates discussion.

— Todd Lieberman

My stories are character driven.

— Terry McMillan

I never would rule out a great character or a great story. I don't care what the forum is. If I get to tell…

— Katherine Heigl

I'm interested in telling stories about characters that are interesting and who are challenging in some way, one that will make you think about…

— Dee Rees

I tend to root for characters who have a lot of negative qualities, but what's driving them forward is their passion. They're on a…

— Laurie Metcalf