Coaching KidLit

Episode 18: Creating Three-Dimensional LGBTQ+ Characters with Guest Sam Cameron


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In this episode, Sharon and Christy are joined by fellow Author Accelerator Certified Book Coach Sam Cameron to discuss how to craft nuanced, authentic LGBTQ+ characters that avoid stereotypes. They provide advice on tropes to avoid, positive examples of LGBTQ+ representation in books, and resources for conducting About GLAAD

  • The Vito Russo Test | GLAAD
  • "Pride" on Hulu
  • If you want to learn more about creating three-dimensional LGBTQ+ characters in your kidlit, subscribe to Sam’s newsletter by visiting www.truantpen.com/lgbtq.
  • Books Mentioned:
    Picture Books

    Uncle Bobby's Wedding by Sarah S. Brannen

    When Aiden Became a Brother by Kyle Lukoff

    Julian is a Mermaid by Jessica Love

    Grandad’s Camper by Harry Woodgate

    Middle Grade

    Too Bright to See by Kyle Lukoff

    Graphic Novel

    The Prince and the Dress Maker by Jen Wang

    Young Adult

    Darius the Great is not Okay by Adib Khorram

    Marissa Meyers’ Gilded Duology

    She Drives Me Crazy by Kelly Quindlen

    This Poison Heart by Kaylynn Bayron

     

    For more information about Sam Cameron, visit truantpen.com or follow her on Twitter at @sblaircameron.

    Follow us on Instagram and Twitter: @CoachingKidLit

    For more information about Sharon Skinner, visit bookcoachingbysharon.com or follow her on Instagram @sharon_skinner_author_bookcoach and Twitter @SharonSkinner56.

    For more information about Christy Yaros, visit christyyaros.com or follow her on Instagram and Twitter @ChristyYaros.

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