Talking Quote by Jarod Kintz
““There’s nobody worth talking about, so let’s not talk about it. Only let’s do it anyway. I’ll make it up and then make up later.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast on Creative Writing, 2023
He suggests improvising dialogue, even if it’s fabricated, to keep the narrative moving.
In simple terms: Make up dialogue to progress story.
Key Takeaway
Embrace improvisation in writing.
Themes
creativity
improvisation
dialogue
Mood
experimental
practical
Type
writing
creative
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- screenplay drafting
- storyboarding
- live performance
Key Concepts
narrative flow
spontaneity
Questions to Reflect On
- When is improvisation appropriate?
- How do you later refine improvised lines?
A Different Perspective
Fabricated dialogue may break realism.
