Scared is what you’re feeling. Brave is what you’re doing.
Emma Donoghue – Room
Fear and Bravery
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Emma Donoghue is an acclaimed Irish-Canadian writer born on October 24, 1969, in Dublin, Ireland. She is best known for her novel “Room” (2010), which was inspired by the harrowing real-life story of Elisabeth Fritzl and her children and became an international bestseller. The novel won several awards, including the Rogers Writers’ Trust Fiction Prize and the Commonwealth Writers’ Prize for Best Book. Donoghue has also written numerous other novels, short stories, and plays, showcasing her versatile storytelling abilities. Her works often explore themes of history, gender, and sexuality, reflecting her academic background in English and French literature. Donoghue now resides in London, Ontario, with her partner and their two children.