BXBF Authors Answer — Roya Marsh

The authors and panelists of the Bronx Book Festival responded to personal questions about their lives, the writing process, and current literary inspirations. To see their panels and hear more about their books, RSVP for the Bronx Book Festival below.

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ROYA MARSH

AUTHOR OF DAYLIGHT

Why did you become an author?

I became an author with the hopes of telling my story in its purest and most authentic form. To make room for voices and journeys similar to mine.

 What are you reading right now?

Currently reading The Water Dancer.

 Have you ever been to the Bronx? If so, what's a favorite memory you have? If not, what do you know or think about the Bronx?

The Bronx is the greatest borough NY has to offer. I’m a native and lifetime lover of the BX.

 What is a quote you live by?

“I am deliberate and afraid of nothing.” —Audre Lorde