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Behinds Quote by Etgar Keret

“When I write, I never know the endings. What I think works in [my] stories is the fact that when I write, I really want to find out what is going on-I'm writing for myself as a reader. It's like when you dream a dream. I want to know what's behind the door. If I navigate, it's from a place that's…” quote by Etgar Keret
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“When I write, I never know the endings. What I think works in [my] stories is the fact that when I write, I really want to find out what is going on-I'm writing for myself as a reader. It's like when you dream a dream. I want to know what's behind the door. If I navigate, it's from a place that's totally intuitive.”

Etgar Keret

About This Quote

Source Interview: Writing Process, 2015

The writer embraces uncertainty, treating each story as a personal journey where the ending unfolds naturally, driven by intuition and a desire to discover hidden meanings.

In simple terms: Writing is an intuitive exploration without preset conclusions.

Key Takeaway

Trust your intuition and let the story reveal itself.

Themes

creativity uncertainty intuition

Mood

curious hopeful

Type

literary personal

When to use this quote

  • drafting
  • journaling
  • mind‑mapping
  • creative retreats

Key Concepts

narrative discovery self‑reflection dreamlike imagination

Questions to Reflect On

  • What methods help you capture intuitive insights?
  • How do you decide when a story is complete?
A Different Perspective

Relying solely on intuition can lead to unfocused narratives.

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