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Good Stories Quotes

The craft behind every tale worth telling.

Good stories quotes come from writers and producers describing what actually makes narrative work, tying craft to genuine Art. Several speakers admit the tension between artistic ambition and commercial reality.

When I read good stories, I want to write good stories too.

Quotes by Sharon Creech

Exploration is an oft-lauded human activity, and one that resonates in the same way that music and good stories do. It's hard-wired into our species (and into many others), no doubt because it has survival value. Exploration occasionally rewards those...

Quotes by Seth Shostak

There are only really a few stories to tell in the end, and betrayal and the failure of love is one of those good stories to tell.

Quotes by Sean Lennon

What I'm trying to do is tell good stories through music. I think some of the best songs, the best country songs, are stories.

Quotes by Sam Palladio

Art Quotes

If people get inspired by 'Baahubali' as a film, and they realize they can make a big film or a historical film which has good drama and good visuals, if they realize there are good stories to tell here, then...

Quotes by S. S. Rajamouli

There are a lot of good stories out there, but I haven't found too many great scripts.

Quotes by Ryan Phillippe

Sometimes good stories are created while documenting dreams.

Quotes by Ruskin Bond

Essentially, I never know what I'm going to do until I read the script, but a good story is a good story. I would like to do more modern stuff, but ultimately, it doesn't matter to me - good stories...

Quotes by Rupert Evans

I like good stories above all else... and kickin' art really goes the final stretch to ensure a comic is good.

Quotes by Robert Kirkman

Good Quotes

Film-makers are greedy people - we want good stories and good subjects.

Quotes by Rajkumar Hirani

No, nothing much has changed in me as an actor. Since the day I started out, I always wanted to be part of good stories. The only thing that has changed is now I have options of good stories to...

Quotes by Rajkummar Rao

To have Hollywood tell me or other women like me that we're not a market that interests them is silly. Good stories work.

Quotes by Phyllida Lloyd

There are a lot of women - directors, producers, writers - involved in my career. They are all interested in telling good stories, and good stories involve men and women.

Quotes by Nicola Walker

As an artist, you want to make good stories and create good art; as a businessman, you want to make money and make sure the investors are happy. The two will always clash, unfortunately.

Quotes by Neil Jackson

Great Quotes

Digital-Original publishing embraces the non-conventional and genre-busting story. It allows me to share good stories with readers who will enjoy them, and at a reasonable price.

Quotes by Michael A. Stackpole

Basically, I see myself as a maker of things who knows how to support other makers of things. At the end of the day, I am just committed to helping put good stories out into the world in whatever role...

Quotes by Mark Kassen

'Avatar' was gorgeous. There are good stories in there, but when used in other movies they're similar to those violent video games. Characters using deadly weapons. The children follow these movies.

Quotes by Louis Gossett, Jr.

Wherever the good stories are, I'm trying to place myself there.

Quotes by Letitia Wright

In writing, I want to be remembered for telling good stories in beautiful and powerful language, using the poetry of words to reflect the thematic concerns of compelling stories.

Quotes by Kim Edwards

Me Quotes

I always look for good stories and good characters, and if they're placed in a whodunit, then I'm interested.

Quotes by Joel Kinnaman

Frequently Asked Questions

What do these good stories quotes discuss?
They discuss what makes storytelling work, from balancing art and business to finding compelling characters and genres readers enjoy.
Is there tension between art and commerce in this set?
Yes, one quote directly addresses the clash between wanting to create good art and needing to satisfy investors.
Do any quotes mention specific genres?
Yes, one references whodunit mysteries as a genre the speaker is especially drawn to when paired with strong characters.
Are these quotes from writers or from readers?
Mostly from writers, directors, and producers describing their own approach to telling good stories.
Where can I find more quotes about creativity and art?
Visit our Art page for more on the creative process.

Others focus on character and genre, from whodunits to digital publishing formats reaching new readers. Read alongside Good quotes for a broader look at quality storytelling.