I set out to write a series of grand stories starring…
““I set out to write a series of grand stories starring queer people. My vision has always been to let that "queerness" exist organically without it being the focus of the story. Growing up, I got sick of "tragedy porn" slice of life novels being the only LGBT literature in existence. Here I hope that I captured the idea that queer people can own a high fantasy adventure without the story being reliant solely on the characters' "queerness" alone.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Queer characters can lead epic fantasy stories without their identity being the sole focus.
In simple terms: Queer heroes can be central in fantasy.
Key Takeaway
Write diverse stories naturally.
Themes
diversity
fantasy
representation
Mood
creative
inclusive
Type
literary
inspirational
When to use this quote
- book clubs
- writing workshops
- publishing industry
Key Concepts
literature
identity politics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you integrate identity organically?
- What elements make a fantasy compelling?
A Different Perspective
Risk of tokenism if not handled carefully.