by tywash | Feb 26, 2023 | NAU Research
This weekend, I attended VirtuousCon and sat in on a panel entitled “Worldbuilding Wakanda: Beyond the Comics.” The panel was hosted by Angélique Roché (a journalist, attorney, and writer) and explored how the esteemed creators Evan Narcisse, Sheree Renée...
by tywash | Feb 26, 2023 | NAU Research
It’s no secret that black authors face unique challenges when it comes to making their work visible and connecting with audiences, but there are some agents and editors working to assist these authors by providing advice and support. Three key suggestions that...
by tywash | Feb 26, 2023 | NAU Research
The traditional publishing industry can be a challenging space for most black authors to navigate. As recently as 2019, a Lee and Low survey showed that the publishing industry was 76% white, with only 5% of the industry’s staff being black. The lack of...