Content Notes & FAQs - Naseem Jamnia

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Content Notes & Representation in The Bruising of Qilwa
I believe it's important to be both upfront and specific about both of these things, so here is what you can expect. Some of these draw upon my own experiences.
Content Notes
Representation
Bonus
Frequently Asked Questions
I've seen similar questions come up time and again about The Bruising of Qilwa & thought I'd answer them!
Why is this a novella and not a novel? Is it actually a novella?
Is the blood-bruising based on Covid-19?
Why is Firuz so passive? Why do they lack agency?
What were some of your influences on Qilwa?
Is Qilwa YA?
Why isn't there a map?
Can you explain the relationship between Qilwans, Sassanians, and Dilmunis, and their countries? Are they based in any real-life examples?
Why did you mention a giant bird monster thing and never return to it? Why didn't you explain the details of the genocide?
Can you explain [REDACTED'S] choices that lead to the end of the book?
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