Have you ever wondered what makes a book truly unique? It’s not just the plot or characters, it’s the writer’s soul embedded in every page!
In every book, there is a part of the writer! That’s the quote we’re discussing today. I always loved reading books by different authors and appreciated how each is unique in his way. This creates a special connection between readers and writers, and makes reading even more fun.
The philosopher Fiodor Dostoïevski, for instance, never fails to give me this sensation. His writings are just so different that I can always tell it’s him. And this made me think: Why do we find a piece of the writer in every book?
I tried to break it into pieces and analyze it, as it is a beautiful phenomenon representative of the beauty of writing books. Let’s see how it went
Why writers are connected to their stories
If you ever tried writing, then you know how in every paragraph you note there is a “part of you”. Some feelings and expressions somehow belong to you and represent you. The same happens with writers.
Unconsciously, a writer would express himself in his writing even when it’s objective. Describing a place, or telling a story, are different ways to read the writer. Because on his way to tell a detail, he falls into the trick of revealing himself!
Not to mention the sensitive writing in which the author expresses emotions. And directly to the depth of his personality, he goes. Giving us a look at how this writer perceives the world and how he feels and sees his surroundings according to his philosophy.
“I write entirely to find out what I’m thinking, what I’m looking at, what I see, and what it means. What I want and what I fear.” ― Joan Didion
And that’s how words tend to be very expressive, telling us who this person is.
Bonus: As a polyglot, reading the same book in different languages gives me a strong advantage. It is my way to dive into the writer’s thoughts in different tastes and colors, with a little touch from the translator and the language’s magic too.
How writers pour themselves into characters and plots
Like any type of art, a human can do nothing but pour himself out into the piece he makes. Books are artworks made of words and expressions. And words themselves are little art tools, that can beautifully pass thoughts.
So writers don’t just create stories, they infuse their emotions, experiences, and inner thoughts into every character and plot they bring to life. A character’s pain can mirror the author’s own struggles, while achievement and moments of success may reflect personal desires and feelings. Even the smallest details, in the choice of words and adequate tones, can reveal a lot!
Sometimes, while reading a paragraph I find myself deeply connected to the writer. As if I can directly look into his eyes between the lines. It is the emotional journey of reading a book, in which you build a connection between you and the writer in very unexpected ways.
And this leads us to the next one:
The reader's experience: discovering the author's essence between the lines
It is a skill that you develop as a reader. The art of reading between the lines. The ability to read not only the visible lines but also what’s in between. The way each book becomes a portal inviting us into the writer’s world.
Writers describe themselves in everything they write. And this creates a special bond between the reader and the writer. This relationship allows us to not only enjoy reading but also reflect on our lives and experiences through those of the characters.
It is not obvious though, because it’s all said between the lines. And that’s where the beauty lies.
Winding up
It will always be fascinating, to find authors in their books. Reading then becomes a ticket to the mind and soul of the writer. They tend to give us a couple of pages to read, yet we read way more.
Realizing and reflecting on such topics make you romanticize your reading journey and appreciate writers for their work. Eventually, you become an expert in discovering the author’s voice in literature! And that’s extremely beautiful!
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This is so true. I guess that’s why we love some writers because their tone resonates with us. Enjoyed reading this!