Faces Quote by Maureen Johnson
“Just then, my phone started ringing. The ring must have been damaged by the water as well, so now it had a high, keening note - kind of the sound I imagine a mermaid might make if you punched her in the face.”
About This Quote
Source Short Story: Surreal Phone Ring, 2014
A ringing phone sounds like a mermaid’s scream after being punched.
In simple terms: Phone rings like a mermaid’s scream.
Key Takeaway
Embrace absurdity to spark imagination.
Themes
creativity
surrealism
humor
sound
Mood
playful
imaginative
Type
literary
artistic
When to use this quote
- writing prompts
- storytelling
- creative workshops
- sound design
Key Concepts
literary technique
imaginative writing
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the sound symbolize?
- How can absurdity enhance storytelling?
A Different Perspective
Absurdity may distract from narrative.
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