Beats Quote by David Henry Hwang
“It's the stories that make my heart beat faster ...those are the ones to write about”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New York Times, 2010
Compelling stories energize us and inspire writing about them.
In simple terms: Stories that excite us should be written.
Write about what moves you emotionally.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- screenwriting
- blogging
- teaching writing
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What story has made your heart race?
- How do you balance excitement with craft?
Focusing only on excitement may neglect depth.