“We know that Valdemar is not the land—and it is not just the people. Valdemar is a spirit, a community of spirit that binds a hundred disparate peoples with a hundred different religions and ways of life into a company and a greater whole. It is not a unity, for that would be denying our diversity, and in our diversity and our tolerance is our strength.”
In 'Exile's Honor,' readers are transported to a richly detailed fantasy world where a group of exiles struggle to maintain their honor in the face of betrayal and adversity. The story delves into the complexities of loyalty, power struggles, and the human condition. more
Mercedes Lackey is an American fantasy author known for her rich imagination and profound character development. Her works span a wide range of genres from children's literature to adult fantasy, with her most famous series including 'The DRUID Sequence' and 'The Elven Knight Series'. Lackey's writing is praised for its respect for diverse cultures and its focus on gender equality. more
“The heart beats the same way, no matter the geography.”
“America doesn't mean white or color, America means celebration of diversity.”
“Nature is an outcry, unpolished truth; the art—a euphemism—tamed wilderness.”
“Diversity and inclusion is not just what you have to do; it's about whom you choose to be!”