About Quote by Mark Lawrence
“Everyone likes a bit of variety. I'm sure none of my readers only want to read about anti-heroes or villainous protagonists any more than they only want to read about square-jawed heroes doing the right thing. I just write characters than entertain me and hope they'll be ones that other people want to read about, too.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast with Mark Lawrence, 2023
The author writes characters that personally interest him, hoping they will also appeal to readers, rather than targeting specific archetypes.
In simple terms: Write what you love, hoping others will like it too.
Key Takeaway
Follow personal passion in creation.
Themes
creativity
audience
character development
Mood
thoughtful
optimistic
Type
advice
reflective
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- character brainstorming
- self‑reflection
- reader engagement
Key Concepts
personal motivation
market awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance personal interest with audience expectations?
- What criteria decide a character’s appeal?
A Different Perspective
May not guarantee commercial success if personal taste differs from market demand.
