“We read novels because we need stories; we crave them; we can’t live without telling them and hearing them. Stories are how we make sense of our lives and of the world. When we’re distressed and go to therapy, our therapist’s job is to help us tell our story. Life doesn’t come with plots; it’s messy and chaotic; life is one damn, inexplicable thing after another. And we can’t have that. We insist on meaning. And so we tell stories so that our lives make sense.”
Quote by John Dufresne
Work
Is Life Like This?: A Guide to Writing Your First Novel in Six Months
Is Life Like This?: A Guide to Writing Your First Novel in Six Months is a comprehensive resource for aspiring novelists. The book delves into the process of novel writing, offering step-by-step advice on structuring a novel, developing characters, and crafting compelling narratives. It aims to help writers overcome common challenges and complete their first novel in a relatively short period of time. more
Author
John Dufresne
John Dufresne is an American author born on January 30, 1948. His works are known for their unique narrative style and profound insights into human nature. more
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