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Abigail Tarttelin
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Abigail Tarttelin
Full Name and Common Aliases
Abigail Tarttelin is a British author of young adult fiction.
Birth and Death Dates
Born in 1987, no information on her death date available.
Nationality and Profession(s)
British, Author
Early Life and Background
Tarttelin grew up in England. She began writing at an early age but published her first novel when she was in her mid-twenties. Before becoming a full-time writer, she worked as a copywriter for several years.
Major Accomplishments
Her debut novel 'Golden Boy' (2013) tells the story of a teenager who is born with both male and female genitalia and struggles to find his place in society. The book received praise from critics and readers alike for its honest portrayal of identity issues.
Tarttelin's subsequent novels have also explored themes of identity, family dynamics, and coming-of-age experiences in contemporary Britain.
Notable Works or Actions
Some of her notable works include 'Flowers in the Frame' (2014), 'The Summer We Never Had' (2015) and 'Other People's Children' (2020).
Tarttelin has also been involved in various literary events, including writing workshops and panel discussions.
Impact and Legacy
Through her novels, Tarttellin aims to promote understanding and empathy for individuals who face difficult circumstances. Her work sheds light on complex issues such as identity, family dynamics, and social expectations.
Tarttellin's writing has resonated with readers of all ages, sparking important conversations about human experience.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Abigail Tarttelin is widely quoted and remembered for her thought-provoking novels that tackle real-life issues with sensitivity and nuance. Her work continues to inspire a new generation of readers and writers alike.
Her dedication to exploring the complexities of human identity has made her a respected voice in contemporary British literature.
Quotes by Abigail Tarttelin
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I wonder if he was scared. Not scared to die, but scared to live. I wonder if he thought no one would ever love him. He thought the idea of him being intersex put me off. I tried to tell him I couldn’t care less, but I guess I didn’t try hard enough. I wonder if he was scared of it getting out, of people knowing.
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Sometimes things aren’t what you think they are, and even when things seem really bad, it can work out.
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I never thought before how life is so accidental, how it can so easily and quickly be made, and then gone again, in the space of minutes. It makes me appreciate everything more, but it also makes me think about how much of our fate are set by chance, and how many little accidents had to happen to make me what and who I am.
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It always seems strange to me how little people notice about each other’s lives.
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The thing is, sometimes you have to be brave and say who you are and how you feel. Even if you don’t know how you’re going to do it. You just have to take a deep breath, and decide to start.
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I have a guy friend who said to me, "Hey, you know it's strange, feminism is cool now." I think now people understand that being a feminist means everyone should be equal. What really shocked me was being in America during the Republican primaries. I haven't been exposed to that kind of thinking. I was so shocked that that kind of thinking exists in a modern world, and in a first-world country.
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What you're born with dictates your life. Do you run home after dark? Do you choose an apartment in a questionable neighborhood? I dated a guy a few years ago in California, actually who was, as we say in England, "built like a brick shithouse." He was a lovely guy, but I thought, his arms are as big as my head, he could kill me. I don't think that men would predict the kinds of things that women think about when you are contemplating having a relationship.
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I would say that it's very difficult to personally construct your gender. I think a lot of it is socially constructed. If you look at The New York Times' coverage of trans children, some of them were as young as four years old. One said, "I see my daddy in the woodshed, and that's where I'd rather be than in the kitchen." That to me doesn't ring as somebody who is trans, it rings as someone who has grown up with a narrow view.
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