“Positive obsession is about not being able to stop just because you're afraid and full of doubts. Positive obsession is dangerous. It's about not being able to stop at all.”
Quote by Octavia Butler
Work
Bloodchild and Other Stories
Originally published in 1995, this compilation brings together several short works by acclaimed American author Octavia E. Butler. The centerpiece is the title novella, a complex narrative detailing the relationship between human refugees and an insect-like alien species on a distant planet. The collection delves into recurring Butler themes such as biological imperatives, interspecies dependence, and ethical compromises. In addition to the speculative fiction narratives, the volume includes authorial afterwords that offer readers a glimpse into Butler's writing process, the origins of her ideas, and her thoughts on the science fiction genre. more
Author
Octavia Butler
Octavia E. Butler was an American science fiction writer known for her profound racial, gender, and social commentary. Her works covered a wide range of themes, including race, class, gender, and the human future. Butler's writing style was unique, often exploring human identity and the place of humans in the universe. more
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