The last word in stolentelling! (424.35)
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The quote is a cryptic exclamation about the final word in storytelling, perhaps suggesting a climax or resolution.
- In plain terms
- It points to a concluding moment in a story.
- What can you take from it?
- Recognize the importance of an ending.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes an ending satisfying?
- How does a final word affect a story?
Another view
The phrasing is obscure and may not convey a clear message.
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