A little story is supported by a lot of untold backstory. What they get is more than what they see. — 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
