Character Quote by Robert Gregory Browne
“Characters are story. And any great plot or subplot is driven by the characters' wants and desires.”
About This Quote
Source Book: “The Art of Character‑Driven Storytelling,” 2012
Stories succeed when characters’ desires drive the plot, making their motivations the engine of narrative tension and resolution.
In simple terms: Characters’ wants shape the story.
Key Takeaway
Focus on character motivations.
Themes
storytelling
psychology
motivation
plot
Mood
creative
analytical
Type
instructional
inspirational
When to use this quote
- Screenwriting
- novel writing
- role‑playing games
Key Concepts
Character arcs
desire
conflict
resolution
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives your main character?
- How do desires create conflict?
A Different Perspective
Complex plots can suffer if characters are underdeveloped.
