Books Quote by Haruki Murakami
“I think people who share my dreams can enjoy reading my novels. And that's a wonderful thing. I said that myths are like a reservoir of stories, and if I can act as a similar kind of "reservoir," albeit a modest one, that would make me very happy.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: “The Art of Fiction,” The New Yorker, 2015
He believes sharing dreams through stories creates a communal reservoir of meaning, enriching both writer and reader.
In simple terms: Sharing dreams through stories builds a shared reservoir of meaning.
Key Takeaway
Write stories that reflect shared dreams.
Themes
creativity
connection
storytelling
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- literary workshops
- book clubs
- author talks
- online forums
Key Concepts
reservoir metaphor
collective imagination
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you make personal dreams relatable?
- What stories have built your own reservoir?
A Different Perspective
May alienate readers who lack similar dreams.
