Books Quote by Laura van den Berg
“I wager we have a vast amount of literature out there that tends to the stories of men, so I've never really worried too much about attending to stories of women.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Literary Diversity Panel, Laura van den Berg, 2021
Literature often centers on male narratives, leading to neglect of women’s stories.
In simple terms: Women’s stories are under‑represented in literature.
Key Takeaway
Seek and promote women’s narratives.
Themes
gender
literature
representation
diversity
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
social
literary
When to use this quote
- book clubs
- publishing decisions
- curriculum design
- media reviews
Key Concepts
feminist theory
canon formation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we broaden representation beyond gender?
- What steps can publishers take to include more women’s stories?
A Different Perspective
Focusing solely on gender may overlook other intersecting identities.
