Quote by Isabel Allende

All stories interest me, and some haunt me until I end up writing them. Certain themes keep coming up: justice, loyalty, violence, death, political and social issues, freedom.

All stories interest me, and some haunt me until I end up wr

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This quote reflects the author's fascination with storytelling and the profound impact it has on them. The author is captivated by various narratives, but certain themes resonate deeply within them and compel them to transform these haunting stories into written works. The enduring themes which recur include justice, loyalty, violence, death, politics, social issues, and freedom. Through their writing, the author explores and delves into these profound aspects of human existence and society.

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