Beginning Quote by Haruki Murakami
““September 1973, that's where this novel begins. That's the entrance. We'll just hope there's an exit. If there isn't one, there wouldn't be any point in writing anything.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Unknown Title, 1973 (fiction)
The narrator reflects on starting a story without knowing its resolution, questioning purpose.
In simple terms: Starting a story without knowing the ending.
Accept uncertainty in creative work.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- writing a novel
- starting a project
- embracing ambiguity
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives you to begin without a clear end?
- How do you find meaning in the process?
May cause frustration without direction.