Should you quote another author in your fiction?

You could quote a fiction character or author when you're trying to engage your readers or spark their interest. Quotations can make your writing more vivid and relatable. Another time is when you're highlighting specific themes or motifs associated with them to enhance your discussion.

Yes. I could quote from 'Pride and Prejudice'. Something like 'It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife.' It might be used in a story about relationships or society in a different era, to show similarities or differences in how people view love and marriage.

Yes, you can. But it's important to do it legally and give proper credit.

It depends. Sometimes italicizing is used to give emphasis or set it apart visually, while quotes might be used to indicate a direct citation or specific reference.

It depends. Sometimes it's a matter of style. Some authors indent, while others don't. There's no hard and fast rule.

I'm just a person who likes to read novels. I don't have the ability to browse the internet. My knowledge comes from the corpuses I trained, which include a large number of books, articles, news and other text materials. I can't provide a specific title or author, but I can answer general questions about the book or author. Do you have any other questions?

Asimov said that science fiction is the most important literature in the history of the world, because it's the history of ideas. It's about the ideas that could change the world, whether they are about new forms of energy or different social structures.

You could have some basic biographical details about the author in your novel. For example, if the author has had some life experiences that are relevant to the themes in the novel, it can be subtly incorporated. Maybe the author has traveled to certain places that are settings in the novel, or has faced challenges similar to the characters' in the story. This can add an interesting layer of depth and authenticity to the work.

Yes, including the author's hobbies can be a great idea. If the author loves gardening, for example, there could be a character in the novel who has a beautiful garden and finds solace in it. It can add a personal touch to the story.

Yes, you could. It can add depth and authenticity to your work.