Always Quote by Donal Logue
“My characters are always utterly sympathetic to me, if that makes any sense.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: TV Talk Show, 2021
The speaker feels their fictional characters are overly empathetic toward themselves, indicating a self‑centered perspective.
In simple terms: Characters overly identify with the writer.
Key Takeaway
Balance self‑interest with objectivity.
Themes
creativity
self‑reflection
character development
Mood
analytical
creative
Type
literary
psychological
When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- story editing
- peer review
Key Concepts
narrative bias
ego
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you give characters independent agency?
- What techniques broaden perspective?
A Different Perspective
Self‑identification can limit narrative depth.
