Writing Deaf and Blind Characters | On Demand Master Class
Partially deaf and partially blind writer and editor Elsa Sjunneson-Henry walks writers through the process of researching and understanding both conditions for fiction writing.
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Master Classes
Master Classes are standalone seminars that go in-depth on a specific Writing the Other issue. They build on the foundation laid by the full courses and deep dives. These classes give writers an opportunity to learn from and ask questions of experts in specific areas, such as writing Native American characters, creating plausible Transgender characters, and understanding Asexuality and how it can work in your fictional worlds.
Many Master Classes are available as an on-demand video with supplemental material.
The latest Master Classes are listed below. You can also check the calendar to find upcoming classes. Want to be notified of new classes? Subscribe to this website or our announcement mailing list.
Building Inclusive Worlds | Master Class
Worldbuilding for speculative fiction can be a daunting task, even moreso for authors who want to create inclusive cultures filled with diverse characters. This Master Class offers writers a deep dive into four key aspects of building inclusive worlds.
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Writing for Trans and Non-Binary Narratives | On Demand Master Class
Trans playwright Ashley Lauren Rogers provides writers with an understanding of gender identity, biological sex, appropriate language (including pronouns), transitioning, and why accurate representation of trans and non-binary people in all media is crucial and necessary.
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Writing Deaf and Blind Characters | Master Class
Partially deaf and partially blind writer and editor Elsa Sjunneson-Henry walks students through the process of researching and understanding both conditions for fiction writing.
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Writing for Trans and Non-Binary Narratives | Master Class
When: October 12 – 20, 2018. This class will provide authors with an understanding of gender identity, biological sex, appropriate language (including pronouns), transitioning, and why accurate representation of trans and non-binary people in all media is crucial and necessary.
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Writing Native American Characters: How Not To Do A Rowling | On Demand Master Class
J. K. Rowling drew negative attention from Native people for what she did in her work Magic in North America. The mistakes she
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More than Eunuchs and Extraterrestrials: Writing Positive Portrayals of Asexual Characters | On Demand Master Class
In this seminar, asexual author Lauren Jankowski walks students through the general terminology related to the asexual spectrum, discusses the importance of dismantling the love hierarchy, and provides tips for avoiding common stereotypes of asexuals.
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Beyond Belief: Writing Plausible Atheist and Religious Characters | Master Class
Registration for this class is over! It is not available as an On Demand webinar right now. However, this class may return in
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Writing the Other: Comics and Graphic Novels | Master Class
Registration for this class is over! It is not available as an On Demand webinar right now. However, this class may return in
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