In the beginning, God created human beings, which is to say God put the ingredients together, embedded the instructions for building on the template, and put it all into four separate eggs marked 'Some Assembly Required.' — Karen Lord Copy Share Image
I think if a story has a message it should be incidental and accidental, otherwise it leans too close to indoctrination. — Karen Lord Copy Share Image
“Everything teaches, everyone preaches, all have a gospel to sell! Better the one who is honest and open in declaring an agenda than the… — Karen Lord Copy Share Image
“This is my universe, my time, my world. There is no going back to what was. There is only the future.” — Karen Lord Copy Share Image
Names are very important for humans, aren't they? How do I translate for you the name of this town as it seems to me,… — Karen Lord Copy Share Image
All my tales are true, drawn from life, and a life story is not a tidy thing. — Karen Lord Copy Share Image
“Ever wonder if you've done the right thing?" I asked him finally. "Frequently," he replied. "Legalities notwithstanding, to not wonder indicates a dangerous lack… — Karen Lord Copy Share Image
“I've always thought academics should get a little slurry on their boots from time to time.” — Karen Lord Copy Share Image
“I was still excited. Big or small, elephants are elephants, after all. Just before we mounted, when I was sure no one could see… — Karen Lord Copy Share Image
Remember your ancestors, dream of your descendants and work hard while you're living. — Karen Lord Copy Share Image
“She had imagined her mind would be bare before his, naked under a scorching desert sun, with neither shelter nor refuge. Instead, it was… — Karen Lord Copy Share Image
“Do I have any recommendations for a Sadiri boys' night out?" I shrugged, smiled, and allowed myself a laugh. "I can come up with… — Karen Lord Copy Share Image
In the beginning, God created human beings, which is to say God put the ingredients together, embedded the instructions for building on the template,… — Karen Lord Copy Share Image
I find that sometimes if you just sit still, things have a way of finding you before you can find them. — Karen Lord Copy Share Image
“Let me tell you, there's no long-distance relationship like an interstellar one.” — Karen Lord Copy Share Image
