Believe Quote by Stephen King
“I don't really get philosophical, but I believe that nice people are strong and usually in my horror stories, I don't like to write about the old standard where some rotten guy gets chased by a mean spirit that gets him in the end.I'd rather write about nice people that are menaced from outside by some sort of evil power and who sort of slug it out.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Discussing Writing Process, 2018
The author prefers stories where ordinary good people confront external evil rather than classic moral retribution narratives
In simple terms: He likes tales of decent people battling outside threats
Key Takeaway
Focus on external conflicts to highlight character resilience
Themes
conflict
good vs evil
storytelling
character development
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
literary
analytical
When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- story outlines
- character sketches
- genre analysis
Key Concepts
narrative structure
heroism
moral ambiguity
Questions to Reflect On
- How does external evil shape character growth?
- What makes a “nice” protagonist compelling?
A Different Perspective
Readers may expect traditional moral resolutions, which can limit surprise
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