Coleridge Quote by Elena Ferrante
“Those who write need that "willing suspension of disbelief ", as Coleridge called it.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Art of Writing, 2015
Writers must embrace a "willing suspension of disbelief" to create compelling narratives.
In simple terms: Writers need to let readers believe the impossible.
Cultivate narrative trust.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- storytelling workshops
- creative education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance realism and fantasy?
- What makes disbelief believable?
Overuse can lead to implausibility.