![]() They’re being pushed into facing up to their history in a way that’s uncomfortable, and I think America has been in that place for a long time. The world in the Earthsinger Chronicles is one on the brink. It’s a tool they can use, but their growth has to come from other places. Ultimately magic isn’t the thing that’s going to allow the characters to solve their problems. Having characters deal with these very familiar problems in a fantasy world that features magic is both wish fulfillment and cautionary. It’s embedded so deeply in my formative experiences and how I interact with the world that it would be impossible for it not to show up in my writing in some way. ![]() As a black woman in America, I’ve definitely experienced racism. ![]() Why chose to broach topics like racism and the problem of refugees in a story filled with magic? Is it close to your heart? Something you or some friends experienced?Ībove all, I want to tell a good story, and I believe that good stories are ones that touch your heart.I hope you’ll enjoy because the book was so much fun to read and Jasminda was such a fantastic character! Penelope today (click on the graphic below) but I’ve also been lucky to ask some questions to the auhtor!įind my questions below as well as the general Q&A the author answered. ![]() You’ve already seen my review of Song of Blood and Stone by L. ![]()
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