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About this quote

What does it mean?
The author personally does not believe in real magic.
In plain terms
The writer does not believe in magic themselves.
What can you take from it?
Fiction writers may not believe in their own themes.

Where it applies

  • discussing inspiration
  • author interviews
  • magic debates

Putting it to work

  • clarifying personal stance
  • separating art from author

Questions to consider

  • Do writers need to believe in their magic?
  • What separates fact from fiction for you?

Another view

Short answers can feel dismissive to believers.

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