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Brandy Colbert:
Have you ever felt strange about pushing limits with what is considered taboo in our culture?
Brandy Colbert
Hi Rose!
When I was first writing Pointe I might have felt a little strange about tackling the subject matter. But once the story began taking shape, I was more concerned about the characters and remaining true to their narratives. I also strongly believe that very few topics (if any) are truly taboo, and so I'm probably more drawn to writing about situations that can potentially cause discomfort. I don't ever intend to write books that teach a lesson. But I do like to start or add to conversations about topics that make society uncomfortable, and to question why we believe it's more acceptable to openly discuss and examine some issues rather than others.
Thanks for your question!
When I was first writing Pointe I might have felt a little strange about tackling the subject matter. But once the story began taking shape, I was more concerned about the characters and remaining true to their narratives. I also strongly believe that very few topics (if any) are truly taboo, and so I'm probably more drawn to writing about situations that can potentially cause discomfort. I don't ever intend to write books that teach a lesson. But I do like to start or add to conversations about topics that make society uncomfortable, and to question why we believe it's more acceptable to openly discuss and examine some issues rather than others.
Thanks for your question!
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