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11.47: Issue as a Subgenre, with Steven Barnes

Writing Excuses

CHAPTER

Navigating Identity in Writing

This chapter explores the intricacies of addressing sensitive topics like race and mental health in storytelling. It emphasizes the importance of authentic representation through lived experiences, thorough research, and the avoidance of stereotypes to enhance character development.

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