Because my mum and dad brought me up to believe that people are different but equal. And that I should treat everyone, no matter who, with the same respect I'd like to be shown.
Malorie BlackmanJust remember, Callum when youโre floating up and up in your bubble, that bubbles have a habit of bursting. The higher you climb, the further you have to fallโ - Lynette McGregor
Malorie BlackmanSometimes the things you're convinced you don't want turn out to be the thing you need the most in this world.
Malorie BlackmanD'you ever wonder what it would be like if our positions were reversed?' I ask. At Jack's puzzled look I continue. 'If we whites were in charge instead of you Crosses?' 'Can't say it's ever crossed my mind,' Jack shrugs. 'I used to think about it a lot,' I sigh. 'Dreams of living in a world with no more discrimination, no more prejudice, a fair police force, an equal justice system, equality of education, equality of life, a level playing field.
Malorie Blackman