Alison McGhee
Alison McGhee
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Alison McGhee is an American author of novels, poetry, and children's literature.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born in 1960, Alison McGhee is still active in her writing career.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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McGhee holds American nationality and is primarily recognized as a novelist and poet.
Early Life and Background
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Raised in Minnesota, Alison McGhee grew up surrounded by the natural world that would later inspire much of her work. Her childhood experiences with family pets and outdoor adventures significantly influenced her writing style and themes. After completing high school, McGhee pursued higher education at various institutions before settling on a career in writing.
Major Accomplishments
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Alison McGhee's literary accomplishments include several award-winning novels for adults and children. Notably, she has received accolades from the American Library Association and the Washington Post among others.
Notable Works or Actions
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Some of McGhee's notable works include:
Snakes of Aransass (1999), a novel for young adults that explores themes of identity and belonging.
Animal Son (2002), a novel about love, loss, and self-discovery in the context of an unlikely friendship between two individuals from different walks of life.
Impact and Legacy
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As an author, McGhee's work often delves into complex emotions and human experiences. Her writing style has been praised for its nuance and depth, allowing readers to connect with her characters on a deeper level. Through her stories, Alison McGhee contributes positively to the literary world by tackling sensitive topics with empathy and understanding.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Alison McGhee's influence extends beyond her written works. She is also remembered for:
Teaching and mentoring: McGhee has shared her writing expertise through workshops, conferences, and online platforms.
Advocacy for authors' rights: Alison McGhee has been vocal about issues affecting writers, including fair compensation, copyright protection, and access to publishing resources.
Alison McGhee's dedication to storytelling, coupled with her commitment to supporting fellow writers, makes her a respected figure in the literary community.
Quotes by Alison McGhee
It's very cool to be short, very cool. When I was in eighth grade, and the height I am now, I would just look at the cute little short girls and think, 'If only, if only.'
A kindred spirit,” said Vole, “is someone who understands the deepest dream of your heart.
Feel how tight my arms are around you?” he said. “This is how tight I’ll be holding you. No matter where you go, or where I go, remember how tight I’m holding you.” Memory doesn’t fade. You don’t forget. When you conjure something that happened, float it back up through time and space, it will happen again. When I am eighty years old and looking back on my life, I will be back in the haymow with Tom Miller, that night when he held me so tight.
Your heart literally hurts when it’s breaking. You can feel it, every beat another ache, and nothing you can do will stop it, either from beating or breaking.
Water seeks its own level. Look at them. The Tigris, the Euphrates, the Mississippi, the Amazon, the Yangtze. The world’s great rivers. And every one of them finds its way to the ocean.