Quote by Holly Lisle

Fiction---good fiction, anyway---is dream made flesh, given purpose and drive, and set on a quest to show us the best in us and to give us the power and the tools to dream beyond reality's 'merely good enough' to a vision of what is truly great......and then to give us the stories of men and women of character who in turn inspire those of us who dare to reach for the truly great within ourselves.THAT is why you write fiction.

Fiction---good fiction, anyway---is dream made flesh, given

Summary

This quote emphasizes the transformative power of fiction. It suggests that good fiction takes our dreams and brings them to life, imbuing them with purpose and motivation. The quote suggests that fiction serves a greater purpose: to showcase the best qualities in humanity and to inspire readers to dream beyond the limitations of reality. By presenting stories of characters with strong character traits and extraordinary achievements, fiction encourages readers to believe in their own potential for greatness. Ultimately, the quote suggests that the purpose of writing fiction is to spark a deep desire within individuals to seek and achieve greatness within themselves.

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Writing Advice Inspirational Fiction Writing

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