Books Quote by John Connolly
““Before she came ill, David's mother would often tell him that stories were alive. They weren't alive in the way that people were alive, or even dogs or cats. (...) Stories were different, though: they came alive in the telling. Without a human voice to read them aloud, or a pair of wide eyes following them by torch light beneath a blanket, they had no real existence in our world. (...) They lay dormant, hoping for the chance to emerge. Once someone started to read them, they could begin to change. They could take root in the imagination and transform the reader. Stories wanted to be read, David's mother would whisper. They needed it. It was the reason they forced themselves from their world into ours. They wanted us to give them life.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Book of Lost Things by John Connolly, 2006
Stories gain life only when shared; they influence imagination and transform both teller and listener.
In simple terms: Stories need a voice to become alive.
Key Takeaway
Share stories to empower imagination.
Themes
creativity
storytelling
imagination
Mood
reflective
inspired
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- teaching
- family bedtime
- public speaking
- writing workshops
Key Concepts
narrative power
collective memory
transformative art
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you bring stories to life?
- What impact does a told story have on you?
A Different Perspective
Silent stories remain inert without an audience.
