Character Quote by Barbara Park
“All of my characters are less than perfect.”
About This Quote
Characters are intentionally flawed, reflecting human imperfection and making stories relatable.
In simple terms: Characters are imperfect.
Embrace flaws as part of storytelling.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- screenwriting
- character workshops
- teaching literature
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do flaws drive plot and theme?
- What balance of flaw and virtue is most compelling?
Perfect characters can feel unrealistic.