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Writing Characters Who Reflect the World

Presented by: Claire Applewhite | Kathleen Ernst | Qiu Xiaolong | Radine Nehring | Victoria Laurie
Categories: Character | Diversity | Writing

Claire Applewhite, Kathleen Ernst, Qiu Xiaolong, Radine Nehring, and Victoria Laurie share their experiences writing authentically diverse characters. They discuss the importance of research, lived experience, and thoughtful representation in creating richer and more inclusive fiction.

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