Jacob Shymanski and Red Szell continue their conversation on authentic portrayals of disability in fictional literature. They explore issues of stereotypical tropes and Flanderization for characters. Plus, they discuss the importance of disability research and character development within a story. Books mentioned in this episode include: • “Molly the Maid” series by Nita Prose • “The Color of Bee Larkham's Murder” by Sarah J. Harris • Joe Abercrombie’s book “Best Served Cold” - “friendly” character • “All the Light we Cannot See” by Anthony Doerr
Jacob Shymanski and Red Szell continue their conversation on authentic portrayals of disability in fictional literature. They explore issues of stereotypical tropes and Flanderization for characters. Plus, they discuss the importance of disability research and character development within a story.
Books mentioned in this episode include:
• “Molly the Maid” series by Nita Prose
• “The Color of Bee Larkham's Murder” by Sarah J. Harris
• Joe Abercrombie’s book “Best Served Cold” - “friendly” character
• “All the Light we Cannot See” by Anthony Doerr