"What I do is put my characters into situations that are so precarious there is no way to get out. And then I figure how to get them out"
- Sidney Sheldon
About this Quote
Sidney Sheldon's quote speaks to the innovative process of writing. He is suggesting that he puts his characters into tough and seemingly difficult circumstances, and after that he needs to determine how to get them out. This is a typical strategy utilized by authors to develop tension and suspense in their stories. It is a method to keep the reader engaged and thinking regarding how the characters will leave their circumstance. By developing these tight spots, Sheldon has the ability to craft a story that is both entertaining and thought-provoking. He is able to challenge his readers to consider how the characters will discover a way out of their tight spot. This quote speaks with the power of storytelling and how it can be utilized to create engaging stories that keep readers engaged and entertained.
This quote is written / told by Sidney Sheldon between February 11, 1917 and January 30, 2007. He/she was a famous Novelist from USA.
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