Adult Quote by Rebecca Serle
“The adult fiction and writing for children portions of my MFA program were kept very separate, and there was a stigma around those 'kid people.'”
About This Quote
In an MFA program, adult fiction and children’s writing were segregated and stigmatized, reflecting bias against “kid” literature.
In simple terms: Children’s writing is unfairly devalued in academic circles.
Key Takeaway
Challenge and dismantle literary hierarchies.
Themes
education
bias
genre
Mood
critical
determined
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- publishing decisions
- curriculum design
Key Concepts
literary criticism
academic culture
Questions to Reflect On
- Why are children’s stories seen as less serious?
- How can we elevate all literary forms?
A Different Perspective
Stigma may persist despite advocacy.
