I think speculative fiction has fewer unspoken prerequisites than literary fiction for writers of color.
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We cried and sobbed and wept and bled tears. But when we were finished, all we could do was continue living.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Despite overwhelming sorrow, we must carry on with life.
This quote expresses the inevitability of pain and suffering in life, suggesting that while we may experience deep emotional turmoil, it is essential to pick ourselves up and continue moving forward. It highlights the resilience of the human spirit in the face of hardship, emphasizing that life goes on despite the tragedies we endure.
Themes
ResiliencePainLifeContinuationSorrow
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about overcoming adversity.
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