Curvy Quote by David Levithan
““I hate that would. Straight. At the very least, those of us who are nonstraight should get to be called curvy. Or scenic. Actually, I like that: 'Do you think she's straight?' 'Oh no. She's scenic.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Love Song of Miss Queenie” (2023)
A critique of rigid labels, urging fluid, creative descriptors for non‑straight identities.
In simple terms: Rejecting strict labels, preferring “curvy” or “scenic.”
Use imaginative language to describe identity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- LGBTQ+ discussions
- creative writing
- social discourse
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What alternative words can empower non‑straight people?
- How do labels shape self‑perception?
May alienate those preferring clear terminology.