Been Quote by Darren Boyd
“I think the idea of creating a character from scratch, one that has not been done in a novel or an existing story, is immensely exciting, terrifying and ultimately rewarding.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Guardian, 2019
Creating an entirely new character is thrilling yet frightening, but the reward outweighs the fear.
In simple terms: New characters are exciting and scary.
Key Takeaway
Take risks in creative work.
Themes
creativity
risk
reward
Mood
enthusiastic
inspired
Type
creative
motivational
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- game design
- role‑playing
- storytelling
Key Concepts
character development
innovation
Questions to Reflect On
- What new character would you create?
- How do you manage creative fear?
A Different Perspective
Fear can stall the process.
