I always have one or two, sometimes more, Navajo or other tribes' cultural elements in mind when I start a plot. In Thief of Time, I wanted to make readers aware of Navajo attitude toward the dead, respect for burial sites.

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This quote highlights the author's inspiration behind incorporating Navajo and other Native American cultural elements in their writing. In the specific example of the novel "Thief of Time," the author aimed to raise readers' awareness about the Navajo perspective on the dead and their deep respect for burial sites. Such incorporation of cultural insights serves to enhance the richness and authenticity of the plot, engaging readers with diverse perspectives and promoting cultural understanding.

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