Normal, in our house, is like a blanket too short for a bed--sometimes it covers you just fine, and other times it leaves you cold and shaking; and worst of all, you never know which of the two it's going to be.
Jodi PicoultRead
I write about all the horrible things that can happen to kids as a way of keeping those things from happening to mine. Write the books, spit three times over your shoulder and you're safe.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Writing about difficult experiences can be a protective measure for others, especially children.
In this quote, Jodi Picoult expresses the idea that by addressing and exploring the darker aspects of life in her writing, she aims to create awareness and possibly shield her own children from similar harms. It highlights the responsibility of writers to confront challenging topics as a means of prevention and education.
Themes
WritingChildrenProtectionStoriesEducation
In practice
Example use cases
During a workshop about children's literature, this quote can be used to highlight the importance of addressing tough topics.
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But if you seek forgiveness, doesn't that automatically mean you cannot be a monster? By definition, doesn't that desperation make you human again?
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when you [lose someone], it feels like the hole in your gum when a tooth falls out. You can chew, you can eat, you have plenty of other teeth, but your tongue keeps going back to that empty place, where all nerves are still a little raw
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