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In this episode, we discuss “Gender Studies” by Curtis Sittenfeld.  How can a stereotype become a nuanced and unexpectedly deep character?  How can a character who doesn’t understand their own desires affect or drive a story?  Why do we write in the present tense?

We also mention (and spoil) “Cat Person” by Kristen Roupenian.

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