Book Quote by Daniel Abraham
““The characters and events in this book are fictitious.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet, Daniel Abraham, 2015
The disclaimer clarifies that characters and events are fictional, separating narrative from reality.
In simple terms: Fictional disclaimer separates story from real life.
Key Takeaway
Remember it’s a story.
Themes
fiction
authorial intent
literary devices
ethics
Mood
informative
neutral
Type
literary
educational
When to use this quote
- book reviews
- teaching literature
- media criticism
- publishing contracts
Key Concepts
meta‑narrative
creative freedom
reader awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- How does knowing it’s fictional affect your reading?
- Why are such disclaimers important?
A Different Perspective
Readers may still conflate fiction with fact.
