If we truly seek diversity in fiction, we have to let the needs of others come before our need to define ourselves as social justice allies.

- Jennifer Armintrout

Let the meek have the kingdom of heaven. The strong shall rule on earth.

- Jennifer Armintrout

I'm sorry I'm not more cultured. I'll watch PBS. And cut people open for fun. Will that be better? Will you be less embarrassed to be my fledgling th…

- Jennifer Armintrout

If you're afraid of something, face it. Fear is irrational. The only way to conquer your fear is to stand next to it.

- Jennifer Armintrout

It was the damnedest thing, life. Once you decide exactly how things are going to go, something or someone comes along and messes it all up.

- Jennifer Armintrout

I'd never been a good damsel in distress. I was a "hands-on" damsel.

- Jennifer Armintrout

I have to go. I have a finite amount of life left and I don't want to spend it arguing with you.

- Jennifer Armintrout

Occasionally, the horrors of life in North Korea do show up in our American satire.

- Jennifer Armintrout

Strength isn't about bearing a cross of grief or shame. Strength comes from choosing your own path, and living with the consequences.

- Jennifer Armintrout