On Writing Representation in Fiction
On Writing Representation in Fiction Author Sonya Lalli explains what it was like to write characters whose journeys mirror the author's and how other authors can let go of the burden of representation. Author: Feb 22, 2021 The first two books I attempted to write I didn’t bother finishing. Although I enjoyed working on the plots, I simply couldn’t relate to either protagonist and it caused me to lose interest in the creative process. I set the books aside. I haven’t looked at either manuscript in years. About seven years ago, I started working on a manuscript that would later become my...
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