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I'd like to talk to somebody regarding a blind character in the story I'm writing (self.Blind)
submitted by Hayaros
Hello everybody!
I'm currently in the process of writing an urban fantasy story, and said story features a blind character (she's been blind since birth) among the main cast. While I did my research, I still have some questions about some matters and some other things, and I'd love to talk to somebody about these things. I'd hate to write stereotypes, and I want to be sure that my portrayal of this character is right! I'd love to talk through PM, if possible.
To any who might answer, thanks in advance! (Also I hope the flair's right!)
I'm currently in the process of writing an urban fantasy story, and said story features a blind character (she's been blind since birth) among the main cast. While I did my research, I still have some questions about some matters and some other things, and I'd love to talk to somebody about these things. I'd hate to write stereotypes, and I want to be sure that my portrayal of this character is right! I'd love to talk through PM, if possible.
To any who might answer, thanks in advance! (Also I hope the flair's right!)
fastfinge 7 points 5y ago
Hi!
One advantage of posting your questions publicly is that you'll get a variety of answers. Blind people, like all people, are vastly different in personalities, preferences, etc. Some of us use guide dogs, while some of us (like me) are cat people and would much rather stick with our canes. Some of us are world travelers, and some are more comfortable near home. Some love computers and all things tech, and some don't. And we all have strong opinions about the "right" way to do things. If you ask your questions via pm, the answers you get will pretty much be one person's opinion. And I'm just as guilty as any other blind person of stating my opinions as facts; I'm not pointing fingers or anything! It's just hard to avoid.
One advantage of posting your questions publicly is that you'll get a variety of answers. Blind people, like all people, are vastly different in personalities, preferences, etc. Some of us use guide dogs, while some of us (like me) are cat people and would much rather stick with our canes. Some of us are world travelers, and some are more comfortable near home. Some love computers and all things tech, and some don't. And we all have strong opinions about the "right" way to do things. If you ask your questions via pm, the answers you get will pretty much be one person's opinion. And I'm just as guilty as any other blind person of stating my opinions as facts; I'm not pointing fingers or anything! It's just hard to avoid.
Hayaros [OP] 2 points 5y ago
What you said is absolutely true! Although I admit that I'm a bit paranoid about my ideas (especially regarding this story), and I'm afraid about posting them online. But your point is absolutely valid.
I hope this won't sound like I'm disregarding your comment! To be honest, more people I talk to, the better it would be!
I hope this won't sound like I'm disregarding your comment! To be honest, more people I talk to, the better it would be!
mobiledakeo 3 points 5y ago
You can message me
Hayaros [OP] 3 points 5y ago
Thanks! I really appreciate it.
C1an0t 2 points 5y ago
So are you the same person writing this blind character or is there a plethera of blind characters being written at the same time
Hayaros [OP] 2 points 5y ago
I'm afraid I don't understand what you mean?
There's only one blind character in this story I'm writing.
There's only one blind character in this story I'm writing.
MostlyBlindGamer 2 points 5y ago
Somebody else is writing a blind character in a story set in Alaska. They also posted here.
Hayaros [OP] 2 points 5y ago
Oh, I see. I noticed a few posts about people writing about blind characters, but I hadn't checked the dates. Thanks for explaining!
MostlyBlindGamer 1 points 5y ago
No problem. Enjoy your writing.
If you get tired, remember Hemingway would rewrite each sentence a dozen times.
If you get tired, remember Hemingway would rewrite each sentence a dozen times.
C1an0t 1 points 5y ago
Ok that's fine I'm excited to hear more about your book
ThePracticalPenguin 2 points 5y ago
I’m partially blind, feel free to message me
Hayaros [OP] 2 points 5y ago
Thanks a lot!
cae_jones 1 points 5y ago
You can message me if you want.
Hayaros [OP] 1 points 5y ago
Thanks a lot! I really appreciate it.
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