Any Quote by David Levithan
“There's no such thing as a perfect person, so it makes no sense to write a perfect person. I don't know any author who'd try. And we write characters, not representations of groups.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Art of Writing Characters, 2015
Perfect people are unattainable, so writers should focus on flawed, realistic characters rather than idealized figures.
In simple terms: No one is perfect; write realistic characters.
Key Takeaway
Embrace imperfection in character creation.
Themes
writing
character development
realism
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
literary
inspirational
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- screenwriting
- creative workshops
Key Concepts
human nature
authenticity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can flaws make a character more engaging?
- What aspects of humanity should be highlighted?
A Different Perspective
Perfect characters can feel flat and unrelatable.
