Stereotypes & Tropes Archive
Welcome to the Stereotypes & Tropes archive.
It’s important to not embed harmful tropes and stereotypes into your story. Here you’ll learn about different tropes and stereotypes that have an impact on a variety of communities and their representation. Binge-watch videos, download free guides, and see what we have in store for you!
VIDEO LIBRARY
Intro to Cultural References
This video covers cultural references and how they relate to diversity storytelling. Cultural References are one of the foundational building blocks to creating amazing inclusive storytelling. It’s a good idea to figure this out before you get too far in your character design and physical descriptions. If you’re ready to start that process, this is the very first step!
The Strong Black Woman Trope
You may have heard of the strong black woman trope in literature and media. In this video, I get a little bit personal and share how this trope has impacted me and many other black women. You’ll understand the impact that this trope has and learn a little about what would be healthier to showcase in your story.
Jezebel
This video discusses the Jezebel trope and goes into some detail as to what it looks like and how it’s harmful. You’ll learn about the impact this trope has on black women as well as young black girls.
FREE GUIDES
The Character Development Map
The Character Development Map is the first start to creating new characters in your story. This free guide is designed to help you create well-rounded characters of color by planning out how they grow and develop. It could be really helpful to use this map to help you get a sense of who your character is to their core without relying on stereotypes and tropes to form who they are.
Here are some videos to help you learn more!
Ready to download yours? Click below to claim your character development map for free!
LIVE EVENTS
Q&A Live Events
Q&A Lives are your opportunity to ask me questions about describing your characters live and get your questions answered in real time.
Write with Me Events
Write With Me Events are your opportunity to work on your projects in a group. It’s a great chance to benefit from an accountability group, warm up with some free-writing, and asking each other questions during the breaks.
1-ON-1 Help
Writing Coaching
By signing up for a coaching session, you have personalized 1-on-1 time with me! We’ll discuss your unique story, answer any questions you have and guide you to create an incredible inclusive story from beginning to end.
Sensitivity Reading
Applying for sensitivity reading allows you to have your story looked over just in case there are any issues with bias or cultural sensitivity. Your Culture Craft reader will also look for opportunities to include cultural references in your story that will help readers connect with them more deeply.
