Books Quote by Leigh Bardugo
“The two genres that probably take the most flack in literature - they are young adult and romance right now. I don't think it's a coincidence that these are genres that provide places for women to express desire and love for adventure, for the opportunity to be placed to heroic roles.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Guardian, Leigh Bardugo, 2022
Young adult and romance novels give women narrative space for desire, adventure, and heroism.
In simple terms: These genres empower women’s stories.
Key Takeaway
Support diverse female narratives.
Themes
gender
literature
representation
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
analytical
commentary
When to use this quote
- school reading
- publishing decisions
- media criticism
- author panels
Key Concepts
feminist theory
genre studies
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we undervalue stories centered on women?
- How can we broaden literary respect?
A Different Perspective
Some readers dismiss these genres as lowbrow.
