Writing Beyond Yourself

Categories: Character | Diversity | Tropes | Writing

A.H. Scott, Ashley-Ruth Bernier, Bonnie Kistler, John DeDakis, Lynn Slaughter, and Tracee de Hahn discuss how writers can authentically portray characters unlike themselves. They share approaches to research, empathy, and awareness that help avoid stereotypes while building believable and respectful characters.

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