Books Quote by Penny Reid
““started reading a really good book by a new-to-me author who wrote alternate reality versions of Brontë novels and spent the next few weeks immersed in her backlist. I dated her fictional heroes instead in an unapologetic phase of serial book-boyfriend polygamy.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast interview with Penny Reid, 2023
Explores the joy of discovering new authors and immersing in their alternate reality takes, while humorously describing romantic fantasies about fictional characters.
In simple terms: Finding excitement in fresh stories and playful imagination.
Key Takeaway
Embrace new reads and let imagination run wild.
Themes
reading
imagination
fantasy
literature
humor
Mood
playful
enthusiastic
Type
personal
humorous
When to use this quote
- book clubs
- creative writing workshops
- personal reading challenges
- online fan communities
Key Concepts
alternate reality fiction
author discovery
serial dating
literary fandom
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance fantasy with real life?
- What draws you to alternate reality retellings?
A Different Perspective
May overlook real relationships while indulging in fictional ones.
