Book Quote by Jacqueline Woodson
“Because I write realistic fiction, I generally don't think about fixing anyone - I just think about how I want to feel at the end of the book - And I try to write toward that feeling.”
About This Quote
Writing aims to evoke a specific feeling in the reader, not to fix characters; the narrative follows that emotional goal.
In simple terms: Write to create feeling, not solve problems.
Key Takeaway
Focus on emotional impact.
Themes
creative writing
empathy
storytelling
Mood
introspective
creative
Type
instructional
inspirational
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- short stories
- workshops
Key Concepts
literary craft
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What feeling do you want to evoke?
- How does emotion guide your plot?
A Different Perspective
Prioritizing feeling may overlook plot coherence.
