Some tell you to write what you know, some tell you to write out of your comfort zone. As a writer, either way, you're sliding into the shoes of someone else—and, in those shoes, it can be hard to avoid stepping on any toes. And sure, you can get gutsy, but risks can come at a high price. Insensitivity, especially towards marginalized identities, can mean alienating a huge portion of your audience.
For $5, I will read up to 2,500 words to determine sensitivity and awareness of cultural, social, and economic issues within my personal scope of knowledge.
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