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N.K. Jemisin is an American science fiction writer born in September 1972. Her works are known for their unique world-building, profound character development, and rich imagination. Jemisin gained widespread acclaim with her 'Inkwood' series, which includes 'The Hundred Thousand Kingdoms', 'The Broken Kingdoms', and 'The Kingdom of the Gods', with 'The Hundred Thousand Kingdoms' winning the Hugo Award in 2011.

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“Fear of a bully, fear of a volcano; the power within you does not distinguish. It does not recognize degree.”

Fear Survival Stress Bullying Bully Stressful Nervous System Bullies Stressors Fight Or Flight Hypothalamus

Book:The Fifth Season

Source: The Fifth Season

“We’ve been living under siege so long that fear stopped making”

Book:A People's Future of the United States: Speculative Fiction from 25 Extraordinary Writers

Source: A People's Future of the United States: Speculative Fiction from 25 Extraordinary Writers

“You meet those eyes and realize, suddenly, that there’s so little left in you which is capable of fear.”

Poetry Fear Bravery

Book:The Obelisk Gate

Source: The Obelisk Gate

“Denying what you are didn't keep people from knowing what you are." "And flaunting it isn't what saved you." Ykka takes a deep breath. The muscles in her jaw flex, relax. "And that would be why I asked you do this, Cutter. But let's move on." So it goes on.”

Fear Coming Out Coming Out Of The Closet Us And Them Safety In Numbers Only Us Safety Sensitive

Book:The Obelisk Gate

Source: The Obelisk Gate

“Cities really are different. They make a weight on the world, a fear in the fabric of reality.”

Philosophy Reality Fear Cities Reflection Atmosphere Existentialism Urban Life

Book:The City We Became

Source: The City We Became

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Born: September 19, 1972
Known for: Writer
Quotes: 123

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