Emily M. Danforth
Emily M. Danforth
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Emily M. Danforth is the American author best known for her debut novel The Miseducation of Cameron Post, which won the 2013 Will Eisner Comic Industry Award for Best New Graphic Album.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born in 1979, Emily Danforth's birthdate is not publicly available. Unfortunately, there is no information on her passing date either.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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American author Emily M. Danforth was born in the United States and identifies as a lesbian.
Early Life and Background
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Growing up in Montana, Emily developed an interest in writing at an early age. She began writing stories and poetry, which eventually led her to pursue a career in creative writing. Danforth attended college but dropped out before completing her degree. This decision marked the beginning of her journey as a professional author.
Major Accomplishments
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Emily M. Danforth's breakthrough novel The Miseducation of Cameron Post (2012) was a critical and commercial success, earning praise from both readers and critics alike. The story follows the life of Cameron Post, a teenager sent to a conversion therapy camp after getting caught in a compromising position with her girlfriend. This thought-provoking coming-of-age novel explores themes of identity, love, and belonging.
Notable Works or Actions
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In addition to The Miseducation of Cameron Post, Emily Danforth has also written short stories for various publications and anthologies. Her work often revolves around themes of identity, family dynamics, and personal growth.
Impact and Legacy
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Emily's writing has resonated with readers worldwide due to its authentic portrayal of the LGBTQ+ experience. The Miseducation of Cameron Post was optioned for film in 2018 and premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. Danforth's impact extends beyond her literature, serving as a voice for marginalized communities.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Emily Danforth is widely quoted and remembered due to her poignant portrayal of coming-of-age experiences. Her dedication to telling authentic stories has earned her recognition within the literary community and beyond.
Quotes by Emily M. Danforth
I was doing my little stand up shtick, the one I did for pretty girls, so they’d like me quickly and wouldn’t try too hard to actually get to know me beyond my role as wisecracking Cameron, the orphan. Maybe it was a little like flirting, but also a kind of protection: Don’t get too close; I’m just jokes with substance.
You don’t know anything about God. You don’t even know anything about the movies.
Maybe while you were alive I hadn’t even become me yet. Maybe I still haven’t become me. I don’t know how you tell for sure when you finally have.
As we walked, Jane whistled songs I didn’t recognize. She was a good whistler and a fast walker, the squeak of her leg comforting, like the chug of a train or the whir of a fan, a piece of machinery doing its job. I liked following just behind her; she had such purpose to all of her moves.
What was left of my high was mostly worn off, but there was enough there for me to appreciate being outdoors in spring in a way that I wouldn’t have otherwise.
That’s because we have it so good”, I told her, trying on his deep voice. We impersonated him all the way home, laughing and blowing bubbles, both of us knowing that he was right. We did have it so good.
Longing is sort of a gross word. So is ache. Or yearn. They’re all kind of gross. But that’s how I had felt about touching, kissing, Coley.
In the embrace’s release I caught the scent again. Unmistakable. Marijuana. These homos were high as kites.
I also waited to feel like myself, as if it would land on me all at once, this feeling like I was me again because I was home. And it didn’t come.