I think it's very sad how few people actually listen any more, or even seem to take notice of the world around them.
The world is not made up entirely of white males. There is such diversity, and it's that diversity that makes it a wonderful place.
I grew up in the southern U.S. during the very volatile 60's and 70's, saw and learned a lot of things that made me determine NOT to repeat the mistakes of those around me.
I was fortunate to move to southern California when I was 25, so I've had over 27 years to absorb the differences and realize that the world is a kaleidescope of colors and genders and sexual preferences and beliefs.
My novels and short stories must, of a necessity, include a world of people because it is these people I see in my every day life. Even if others aren't so lucky as to experience diversity, I wish they'd take that first step, that first chance and try to learn about other people by writing about them. Make novels true to life.
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Date: 2009-02-19 08:53 pm (UTC)The world is not made up entirely of white males. There is such diversity, and it's that diversity that makes it a wonderful place.
I grew up in the southern U.S. during the very volatile 60's and 70's, saw and learned a lot of things that made me determine NOT to repeat the mistakes of those around me.
I was fortunate to move to southern California when I was 25, so I've had over 27 years to absorb the differences and realize that the world is a kaleidescope of colors and genders and sexual preferences and beliefs.
My novels and short stories must, of a necessity, include a world of people because it is these people I see in my every day life. Even if others aren't so lucky as to experience diversity, I wish they'd take that first step, that first chance and try to learn about other people by writing about them. Make novels true to life.