Cliche Quote by Seanan McGuire
““Clichés are relatives of the fairy tale, and tropes aren’t bad; they go with the territory.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Fantasy Writing Podcast, Seanan McGuire, 2021
Clichés and tropes are natural parts of storytelling, not inherently bad.
In simple terms: Clichés are normal in stories.
Key Takeaway
Use tropes wisely, not avoid them.
Themes
storytelling
creativity
genre
Mood
playful
analytical
Type
literary
creative
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- screenwriting
- role‑playing games
- creative workshops
Key Concepts
narrative conventions
fairy tale structures
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you subvert a common trope?
- When does a cliché become harmful?
A Different Perspective
Relying on tropes can make work predictable.
