Black lives matter Quote by Angie Thomas
“Bent Literary Agency had a Q&A on Twitter, and I took a chance and asked if the Black Lives Matter movement was an appropriate topic for a YA novel. Brooks Sherman, who is now my agent, responded that he didn't think any topics were inappropriate for YA. I remember being so terrified even just sending the tweet.”
About This Quote
Source Twitter Q&A, 2020
The agent believes YA literature can address any topic, including social movements, encouraging bold storytelling.
In simple terms: YA books can cover any subject.
Key Takeaway
Write fearlessly about important issues.
Themes
literature
social justice
YA fiction
Mood
hopeful
encouraging
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- author outreach
- publishing
- school curricula
- community discussions
Key Concepts
censorship
representation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can authors responsibly portray activism?
- What impact can YA stories have on readers?
A Different Perspective
Market may resist controversial topics.
