Writing Characters Who Practice Non-Standard Religions | Writing the Other

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.

Writing the Other

Nisi Shawl will explore the roots of religions and models for understanding the universe, helping you to depict your invented cosmologies.

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How can you create convincing characters who see the world in really different ways? Nisi Shawl’s talks and exercises explore the roots of religions and other models for understanding the universe, helping you to depict practitioners of non-dominant group faiths OR believers in your invented religions and cosmologies. Personal responses to your questions and concerns clarify useful techniques you’ll want to integrate into your approach to writing immediately.Topics covered include the wide range of religious stereotypes, the reasons for and influences behind religious movements, and examples of authors doing a good job of representing nonstandard religions.<ul><li>When: October 28th - November 5th, 2023</li><li>Where: Online in an Asynchronous classroom</li><li>Price: $125</li></ul>Scholarships Available!For full class details, including required texts, accessibility info, and available scholarships, please visit <a href="https://writingtheother.com/category/classes/reg/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">WritingTheOther.com</a>. ______________________________________________________________________________________________<h2>Refund Policy</h2>If you find that you need to drop the class, you may do so by requesting a refund via Eventbrite.If you send a refund request up to 15 days before the class start date, you will receive a full refund minus a service fee.Beyond that time 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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