Character Quote by Jacqueline Woodson
“When I'm writing flawed characters, I just think about my own flaws.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: “Writing Characters” with Jacqueline Woodson, 2018
Authors can deepen character authenticity by projecting personal imperfections onto fictional personas.
In simple terms: Use personal flaws to make characters real.
Key Takeaway
Write characters that mirror your own humanity.
Themes
creativity
self‑reflection
character development
Mood
introspective
inspirational
Type
literary
educational
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- screenwriting
- creative workshops
- personal journaling
Key Concepts
psychology
empathy
Questions to Reflect On
- Which personal flaw best informs your protagonist?
- How can you balance self‑injection with imagination?
A Different Perspective
Relying solely on self may limit diversity of perspectives.
