Ashes Quote by Miriam Toews
“I learned another thing, which is that just because someone is eating the ashes of your protagonist doesn't mean you stop telling the story.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Women Talking, 2018
Even when a story is attacked, continue narrating it.
In simple terms: Keep telling the story despite attacks.
Key Takeaway
Persist in storytelling.
Themes
resilience
creativity
defiance
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
literary
inspirational
When to use this quote
- literary criticism
- social media backlash
- censorship
Key Concepts
narrative power
authorial voice
Questions to Reflect On
- What story are you hesitant to share?
- How do you stay true to your narrative?
A Different Perspective
Fear of criticism can silence important narratives.
