Fiction Quote by Kathryn Mattingly
““As a fiction writer I am not always sure where reality ends and non reality begins, when sane thoughts become less than sane, or what is imagination versus undiscovered truth, but ultimately, it is my job to make you as unsure as I am.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast with Kathryn Mattingly, 2022
The writer blurs the line between reality and imagination, challenging readers to question what is real and what is imagined.
In simple terms: Writers mix reality and imagination to create uncertainty.
Embrace ambiguity in storytelling.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- creative workshops
- literary analysis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you decide when to reveal truth?
- What role does uncertainty play in engagement?
Readers may feel confused if the line is too blurred.