Being Quote by N. K. Jemisin

I write for myself - but it is nice when other people like it, too!

— N. K. Jemisin

In the 'Dreamblood' books, I'm focusing more on what I like about epic fantasy: the layering and depth of tension; the chance to really…

— N. K. Jemisin

Actual Victorian mores and politics were a reaction to a specific series of historical events, technological and scientific developments, and ethical trends in which…

— N. K. Jemisin

I don't really understand why so many fantasy writers choose to focus on worlds that just seem strangely denuded. But to them, I guess…

— N. K. Jemisin

To some degree, as I move outside of the exclusive genre audience, the exclusive genre issues don't bother me as much. Maybe that's just…

— N. K. Jemisin

I would love to just write and not have everything I say or do turn into a political battle.

— N. K. Jemisin

As a black woman, I have no particular interest in maintaining the status quo. Why would I? The status quo is harmful; the status…

— N. K. Jemisin

I've been very happy with Orbit and am thrilled that they're giving me more chances to explore my creative visions.

— N. K. Jemisin

It's the way the human brain works: when enough events occur in a pattern, we stop thinking and go into macro mode.

— N. K. Jemisin

A fantasy novel set in something other than medieval Europe, featuring an almost entirely black cast, is considered risky.

— N. K. Jemisin

I think the people who believe that works can and always should be divorced from the context are people who have the privilege to…

— N. K. Jemisin

It's human nature that we come in our own flavours, and it doesn't make any sense to write a monochromatic or monocultural story unless…

— N. K. Jemisin