Bunnies Quote by Peter S. Prescott
“Two things a novelist can do with a hat: Talk through it or pull a rabbit from it.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Writing Craft, 1995
A writer can either use a hat as a narrative device or a source of surprise.
In simple terms: Writers have creative choices.
Experiment with unconventional tools.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- screenwriting
- stand‑up comedy
- teaching writing
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What ordinary object could become a story catalyst?
- How do you balance novelty with substance?
Risk of gimmickry if not grounded in story.