Behind the Pages: Shannon Luders Manuel Reveals the Untold Inspirations Behind The One Who Loves You

Behind the Pages: Shannon Luders Manuel Reveals the Untold Inspirations Behind The One Who Loves You

Our willingness to admit that the adults in our lives are capable of racism and other prejudices is a difficult hurdle to overcome. When did you realize that the black and white division you refer to in your subtitle applied not just to the external world, but also to your family world?

Shannon Luders-Manuel: I can’t think of specific instances at the moment. But as I read about other people’s experiences and noticed similarities, either in fictional or nonfictional narratives, and as I learned about the term implicit bias, I have to say for the most part, my family was extremely supportive and positive about my biracial identity. When I hear about other people’s experiences, like tales of overt racism coming not only from extended members of the family, but even one’s own mother, I’m extremely grateful for my family.

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