Best way Quote by Robert Cormier
“I use a lot of similes and metaphors when I work, simply because it's my best way of describing a building or a scene. I'm terrible at describing landscapes - trees, buildings. The inanimate things don't interest me: I always think, "Oh, no, here comes another building I have to describe." So I usually use a simile or metaphor.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Writer discussion, 2012
The author relies on figurative language to convey visual details because literal description feels uninteresting to him.
In simple terms: He prefers similes and metaphors over plain description.
Key Takeaway
Use vivid comparisons to make scenes engaging.
Themes
creativity
description
visualization
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
advice
explanatory
When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- teaching creative writing
- art criticism
- design brainstorming
Key Concepts
figurative language
mental imagery
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance figurative and literal description?
- When does metaphor enhance clarity?
A Different Perspective
May limit precise technical communication.
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