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Dorothy Allison is an American writer whose works delve into themes of family, class, and sexuality. Her most famous novel, Bastard Out of Carolina, tells the story of a young girl's survival and strength despite a troubled upbringing. Allison's work encourages us to confront uncomfortable truths, embrace our personal histories, and use our voices to speak for those who may not be heard, highlighting the transformative power of storytelling.
"Two or three things I know for sure, and one is that I'd rather go naked than wear the coat the world has made for me."
"Class, race, sexuality, gender and all other categories by which we categorize and dismiss each other need to be excavated from the inside."
"I tell my students you have an absolute right to write about people you know and love. You do. But the kicker is you have a responsibility to make the characters large enough that you will not have sinned against them."
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