Around Quote by George Mastras
“I started writing prose before I started writing television. Then 'Breaking Bad' came around, and to me, writing 'Breaking Bad' is like writing a novel each season. So it's been very creatively satisfying writing for the show.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Hollywood Reporter, 2018
Writing a TV series can be as demanding and rewarding as crafting a novel, requiring sustained creative depth each season.
In simple terms: TV writing can feel like novel writing.
Key Takeaway
Treat each season as a novel.
Themes
creativity
craft
television
Mood
enthusiastic
analytical
Type
inspirational
practical
When to use this quote
- showrunning
- script development
- creative burnout
Key Concepts
Narrative structure
episodic storytelling
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you keep stories fresh each season?
- What novel techniques translate to TV?
A Different Perspective
Series constraints may limit narrative freedom.
