One of several panels, workshops and readings I had at Norwescon this year, this was probably the most enjoyable–a generally thoughtful audience combined with some really intriguing subject matter. Brent Kellmer and I spent the better part of an hour working through possible reasons for the dominance of what has for much too long been considered “default” fantasy, revolving around largely white and Western cultures, and how (despite the strength of that “default”) fantasy has begun to turn in new, more diverse and more productive directions.
Two quick updates
Hi all, Just two quick notes today: first, our Speculate Kickstarter is continuing to roll along, and while we’ve gotten some excellent feedback and generous support, we still need everyone’s help to make our goal. So if you haven’t already done so, please check this earlier post and the Kickstarter itself for the details; support […]
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