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War of the Spark's missteps makes its storyline both cliché and offensive.
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Keeping misogyny out of our description takes vigilance.
Why “But Men Are Objectified Too” Doesn’t Hold Up
The pressure on women to look good is simply an order of magnitude higher than it is for men.
Five Signs Your Narration Is Sexist
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An infestation spreads through the ranks of our beloved genre.
Episode 203: Writing a Different Gender
Gender is a complex thing, and writing a character whose gender is different than yours can seem a daunting task.
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Where did all the women go? Detective Oren's on the case!
Five Signs Your Story Is Sexist – Against Men
These harmful tropes show patriarchy sucks for everybody, even in ways you might not realize.
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To stop your story from perpetuating patriarchy, avoid these red flags.
Five Signs Your Story Is Sexist
Watch for these warnings signs to prevent sexism from seeping into your story.
Matriarchies, Patriarchies, and Beyond
How your writing can do better at gender rep, however your story's society handles it.
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