Character Quote by Eric Jerome Dickey
“I'm just trying to write a good story, strictly from imagination. People just think it's random, they don't see the rewriting, phrasing of characters, choosing the words, bringing the world to light in which the characters live in. That creates an illusion that this is real.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Author Talk, 2015, null
Writing fiction demands deliberate craft, not random chance; the author shapes characters, language, and setting to create a vivid illusion of reality.
In simple terms: Storytelling is purposeful, not random.
Key Takeaway
Focus on intentional choices in narrative.
Themes
creativity
craft
illusion
Mood
reflective
inspired
Type
literary
educational
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- screenplay drafting
- role‑playing games
Key Concepts
Narrative structure
character development
world‑building
Questions to Reflect On
- How does awareness of craft change your reading?
- What techniques make a fictional world feel real?
A Different Perspective
The illusion can mislead readers about the effort involved.
