There are other stories, however, where the mantel of homophobia, while not erased or denied, is thrown off, is overcome, or, perhaps a better word—is circumvented. In speculative narratives, we begin to see the story possibilities expanded; the tropes subverted; homophobia and transphobia, transcended.

I recently spoke at Genre Fest, hosted by the Lighthouse Writers Workshop and Colorado Writing School. I presented on Magical Realism, and thought I'd share the Prezi of the talk here. Enjoy! 

The truth is, there is only so much legislation can do, especially when confronting rape culture and institutionalized sexism and cissexism in trying to protect the victims of sexual assault. Legislation is not enough, when prevailing cultural attitudes and media representations send the message that women are commodities and that rape culture is normal and okay. Which brings us, of course, to Trump.

Because I am white.
Because my son is black.