Bad Quote by Roald Dahl
“I find that the only way to make my characters really interesting to children is to exaggerate all their good or bad qualities, and so if a person is nasty or bad or cruel, you make them very nasty, very bad, very cruel. If they are ugly, you make them extremely ugly. That, I think, is fun and makes an impact.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Art of Storytelling, Roald Dahl, 1970
Exaggerating traits in characters makes them memorable and engaging for children, highlighting moral extremes.
In simple terms: Extreme traits make characters stick in kids' minds.
Key Takeaway
Use bold traits to capture attention.
Themes
storytelling
children
character design
Mood
playful
thoughtful
Type
advice
creative
When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- children's books
- educational settings
- theatre
- animation
Key Concepts
exaggeration
morality
impact
Questions to Reflect On
- How do extreme traits affect children's moral learning?
- When is subtlety more effective?
A Different Perspective
Over‑simplification can reinforce stereotypes or limit nuance.
