Research Skills for Fiction Writers | A Writing the Other Class

We are no longer publishing events through Eventbrite. To get notifications of new classes, pleasefollow us on Humanitixorjoin our announcement newsletterwhich also comes with discounts!BioWriters know that it’s important to write about characters whose gender, sexual orientation, religion, racial heritage, or other aspect of identity differs from their own. But many are afraid to do so for fear that they will get it wrong–horribly, offensively wrong–and think it is better not even to try.In truth, it is possible to write the Other sensitively and convincingly, and the classes offered by Writing the Other can start you on the path to doing just that.Drawing on and updating work by Nisi Shawl and Cynthia Ward, authors of the acclaimed reference Writing the Other: A Practical Approach, the courses, seminars, and retreats we offer combine lectures, discussions, and writing exercises in a safe, supportive atmosphere.

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Reference librarian Melody Steiner will walk you through the How Tos of research techniques using your own research questions as a guide.

When: October 14 - November 6, 2022Where: Online — Available everywhere and at your own paceWriting great fiction often requires research--sometimes a ton of it!--which some authors find intimidating. Whether you&#x27;re a writer who creates whole new worlds or futures, a writer who uses historical settings or events, or a writer crafting characters whose identities or cultures are very different from your own, you need to learn effective research skills.Research isn&#x27;t just for the scholarly, nor does it have to be a never-ending slog. It can be an engaging and exciting process! Plus, it makes for better stories. If you&#x27;ve never formally been taught how to research or want help getting started, this class is for you.In this course, reference librarian Melody Steiner will walk you through the How Tos of research techniques starting with a question you want to answer for your own fiction. The course covers:<ul><li>Information literacy</li><li>Navigating libraries and resources</li><li>Getting help from librarians</li><li>Finding and evaluating journal sources</li><li>Online research techniques and pitfalls</li><li>Synthesizing information</li><li>Identifying reliable sources</li><li>Synthesizing information</li><li>Historical and cultural research sans colonialist frameworks</li><li>and more.</li></ul>Writers will leave this course confident in their understanding of research techniques and more comfortable navigating the resources available to them. For full class details, including information on scholarships, please visit <a href="https://writingtheother.com/research-skills-2022/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">WritingTheOther.com</a>.

<h2>Special Offer: $150 Off Worldbuilding + Research</h2>Writers who register for both this class and <a href="https://writingtheother.com/building-inclusive-worlds-2022/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Building Inclusive Worlds</a> (September 9 - October 9) by August 10 will get $100 off Building Inclusive Worlds and $50 off Research for a combined cost of only $550 -- normally $700. Choose the Special ticket in the registration window to get this discount.Note: Gift Cards can be used to register for this special discounted combo. The Alumni discount cannot be used for this special offer but can be used for regular registration.

<h2>Refund Policy</h2>If you find that you need to drop the class, you may do so via Eventbrite.If you drop by September 25, 2022, you will receive a full refund minus a service fee.If you drop on September 26 or after you will not have your registration fee refunded. However, you will be able to use your payment as credit toward enrollment in a future class.

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