About Quote by Susan Straight
“I don't write about myself. I'm never in my books.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Author Talk, Susan Straight, 2015
The writer deliberately excludes personal identity from their work, keeping the narrative separate from self.
In simple terms: Avoid self‑insertion in writing.
Key Takeaway
Focus on characters, not author.
Themes
authorship
self
anonymity
narrative voice
Mood
reflective
introspective
Type
literary
personal
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- creative nonfiction
- personal branding
Key Concepts
literary technique
authorial distance
storytelling
Questions to Reflect On
- Why might an author choose anonymity?
- How does self‑exclusion affect reader connection?
A Different Perspective
Readers may miss personal insight.
