Renee HarlestonJul 21, 20184 minUsing Memoir to Inform Fiction WritingOne of the best tips I give writers who want to create a character outside of their own identity is, read. Read about the people you want to
Renee HarlestonJun 13, 20183 minThe Rules of Minimizing Marginalized IdentitiesIf you're wrestling with the question regarding race, sexuality, or any other identity keep these things in mind.
Renee HarlestonMar 12, 20182 minDoes your manuscript pass this diversity test?This test can help determine if the characters with marginalized identities have real utility and meaning in the plot and aren't just Qu
Renee HarlestonFeb 24, 20182 minAvoiding the Quota Character: Choosing Quality Over QuantityJust having characters with marginalized identities isn't enough. Writing diversely needs to be done thoughtfully, and with intention
Renee HarlestonJan 21, 20183 minTips on Writing Authentic CharactersI conducted a poll on twitter (follow me!) to try to understand what authors are the most concerned about when they're writing...