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Pronoun Normalization
(Sorry, I don't know what else to call this post.) So, as you all know, when it comes to writing (especially in the English language), you can really very easily just skip using pronouns. And I haven't really seen anybody just ditch the pronouns for their characters in stories. So, for most characters probably, you'd need pronouns. (Pronouns aren't a requirement for all characters, though, and if anybody writes a really good story that uses characters without pronouns, especially multiple characters, I'd love to read it.) And, of course, as you (should) well know, pronouns (or lack thereof, as mentioned above) can be very important, especially to trans people. And, of course with more stuff that should be common knowledge, a lot of trans people change their pronouns, a lot don't, and a lot ditch them altogether. (This is something to think about with trans characters: How do pronouns relate to my character and what is their significance?) Something that a lot of people, especially people in the trans community, have been trying to normalize within "larger" society is the asking of and giving of pronouns when meeting people or introducing yourself. This is something that should very well be put into writing when you make your stories. *~~~~~* Example of this would be: Character 1: Hi, I'm Telly, I use They/Them pronouns. Character 2: I'm Mark. 1: May I ask what pronouns you use? 2: She/Her, sorry for not saying earlier. 1: Oh, no problem. *~~~~~* Sorry that this isn't that well written (it also sounded a lot better in my head). My main point that I am trying to get across here is that writers should include the diversity of pronouns in their stories (lack of pronouns, neopronouns, singular They) and they should especially include pronoun introductions in their stories. Without someone explicitly telling you how to refer to them and address them, you really do not know. And in stories the writer may know, but some of the characters won't without the others telling them how to address them. If anyone else can reiterate this more beautifully, please do so. *~Sebastian Sean Crow
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hey, I was the writer trying to figure out how to introduce my character as trans. Since it's about time travel, what I ended up doing was having her be worried about maybe not passing well enough and/or being the victim of transphobic attacks were they to go to the past. It flows pretty well, so I'm happy with it. Thank you for your advice!
Hey, it’s no problem!
And that sounds like very legitimate concerns for a trans person to have. Hell, just moving to Texas from California had me scared to shit (bathrooms, “trans panic”, etc). I can’t imagine what it would be like having to go to the past!
And I’m very happy to hear that you have it all figured out and that it flows very smoothly within the plot =^w^=
Happy Writing~!
*~Sebastian
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Hi! I have an AMAB genderfluid character who uses he/him pronouns. I feel like my readers will just write off the fact that he's non-binary because he uses "binary" pronouns... idk. Help?
Pronouns have no gender nor are they inherently gendered. A lot of men, partial men, and masculine of center people use He pronouns, part of it cuz they want to or they were assigned that and didn’t want to change or because they feel or were conditioned or know that society views He pronouns as masculine.
I would start by asking yourself how your CHARACTER feels about pronouns and He pronouns, etc. if you feel that your character loves He pronouns, then I say use them.
Also, as for genderfluid people using “binary” pronouns, one of my best friends is genderfluid and he uses He pronouns. And I’m a binary GNC trans boy and I’ll accept They pronouns and even Fey pronouns if someone wants to use them on me or if I feel like it’s better that way.
It sounds very cissexist and/or Transantagonistic to assume someone isn’t trans or nonbinary because of the pronouns they do or don’t use. No pronouns are very “binary” or “nonbinary”. It’s just that language is very coded and we’ve forced gender onto He/She pronouns and neutrality/genderlessness onto They pronouns. And I do feel like that’s one of the reasons neopronouns were made: to expand our language and therefore society, making the world a more inclusive place of people of all genders.
Others feel free to comment, especially genderfluid and nonbinary followers and mods.
*~Sebastian
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Do you think you could explain the concept of being genderfluid?
No problem!
I myself usually identify as genderqueer, but I do feel like my identity within that could be considered within the category of genderfluid.
Many people consider gender a fluid thing for anyone. But genderfluid as an identity generally means that the person’s gender can, and frequently does, switch between one gender (or lack therof) and another. Sometimes this is between “boy” and “girl,” but it can really be any two (or even more!) genders.
Very basically, it means the gender can be different from day to day (or even throughout the day, I think, for some people).
In terms of explaining it, it is easiest to use the boy / girl example. (Note that stereotypes are mentioned here. I apologize in advance.) So if someone were genderfluid between those two, it might mean that on one particular day, traditionally “feminine”/girl-associated things (dresses, makeup, being referred to as “princess,” “ma’am,” “she/her,” etc.) is very comfortable, while traditionally “masculine”/boy-associated things (suits, more “masculine” postures, being referred to as “prince,” “sir,” “he/his,” etc.) is very uncomfortable. On the next day, it could be completely the other way around.
Just keep in mind that the example I just gave is very stereotype-based, and not everyone will realize their in-the-moment gender based on stereotypes like that. It could just be a feeling. It could be how they want to identify in the moment. I think often the language aspect is a big part.
But basically, it comes down to not identifying strictly with one gender in the long run, but perhaps feeling closely identified with one gender at a time. Usually based on comfort level with different things in that moment.
I hope that makes a bit of sense. I’m really sorry if this is confusing! Please feel free to ask more questions.
I also apologize for the stereotyped example. It does apply to some people and the way they express their gender, but I know not everyone will fit in that model.
- Mod Kei
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What's a good way to casually introduce the fact that a character is trans? If they're not the main character and them being trans isn't a super important part of the story?
If it’s not that important to the story, I’d say it wouldn’t be too significant, but then again it’s representation and I’m sure you want it known.
I feel like the easiest way would be having it mentioned in conversation. Could be by a judgmental character complaining, or maybe the past is hinted at or there’s some confusion that gets cleared up by explaining that the character is trans.
Or it could be hinted at through description overall. I don’t know anything about the story you are / are thinking of writing, but the character may have some belongings that hint at their being trans (maybe the narrator points out the trans colors on a pin the character owns) (or, if not in a present setting, if the character is transmasculine, for example, they might have bindings/wrappings around their chest/torso that are pointed out).
Basically, I personally feel like dropping heavy hints about it can get your point across without making it something that takes away from the focus of the story. If you want to send in more details to ask for a more detailed answer, please feel free! I hope this helps!
- Mod Kei
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Hey all, we don’t have anything in our ask box at the moment, so if you have any questions, send ‘em our way!
We’ll answer anything we can about writing transgender/queer characters (including nonbinary/genderqueer, etc), writing in general, pronouns, resources for writing and/or trans people, and anything else we can. You can even ask us about the meaning of life, but I can’t promise any of us can answer that correctly.
Anyway, the ask box is open and we’re here waiting to help!
- Mod Kei
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This is very helpful in trying on names and pronouns and how they sound. If I remember correctly, the site does not conjugate them for you, only puts them into sentences/story excerpts. Either way, though, it's worth trying if you need to try pronouns/names for yourself or your characters.
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Okay, so...
As far as I know, the ask box is still open, always open. And so far it seems like we're all really nice! So don't be afraid to ask questions. You can ask any question, just keep it within the guidelines of asking questions. Meaning don't ask Shitty Questions™. In fact, though it may have been implied on some of these, I do think I or we will make a post about what kinds of Shitty Questions™ not to ask, especially those of trans people. And, um, I forgot what else I was gonna say so I'll just leave it at that. We don't bite! Well, okay, I do, but only if you want me to! (Lol) *~Sebastian (owner)
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are any of the mods mtf?
I don’t believe so, but there might be some AMAB (assigned male at birth) mods. I don’t really know everyone’s AGAB cuz I didn’t really ask for that. Some of us are transmasculine, some agender, some genderfluid, I think, too, but as far as I know, no one transfeminine at this moment. I’m transmasculine but am not with authority to talk of the other mods’ genders and assigned genders.
If any of the mods are transfeminine in some way, make sure this follower knows, if you are comfortable with that. If anybody has questions about being transfeminine , then the mods that are transfeminine or at least AMAB can take that over.
If none of us end up even being AMAB, I do apologize, and I will make it a priority to get AMAB and transfeminine mods the next time we call for mod apps.
Thank you for your patience!
*~Sebastian (owner)
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HTML Issues
So I was able to put the pronouns list in the bio but when I did some editing it took away some of the bold text so it's just normal. Sorry about that! *~Sebastian (owner)
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Wow!
I noticed that we’re already nearing 100 followers, so I just wanted to give another huge thank you to all of you!
If any of you have any questions, I think you can go ahead and send them in! As far as I know, it doesn’t specifically have to involve trans characters, if you have more general questions as well. It would be helpful to get any questions, so we can start posting things for you all.
Anyway, big thank you, on behalf of all the mods here!
~ Mod Kei
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PSA
I've fixed the blog so that it doesn't show anyone's personal blogs, yay! *~Sebastian (owner)
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ATTENTION MODS
Someone has kindly brought to attention that on some of our posts it shows our personal tumblr URLs. I am going to see if I can do something about that, so, in the meantime, please be wary of that. *~Sebastian (owner)
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Auxiliary VS Neo Pronouns
Auxiliary pronouns are the most commonly heard/represented/accepted/used pronouns which are He/She/They.
Neo pronouns are all the new pronouns, like Ze/Hen/Fey/Wit, etc.
Auxiliary pronouns have been in the English language essentially since it began. So far, from what I’ve seen, only They/Them pronouns have been used as both singular and plural.
Neo pronouns are pronouns that have been made by trans people solely for the use of trans people or have been adopted from another language into the English language.
I’m sure more can be added later about this and any and all questions on pronouns will be gladly taken.
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Pronouns List
Auxiliary (anyone can use)
•He/Him/His/Hisself/Himself
•She/Her/Hers/Herself
•They/Them/Their/Theirs/Themself/Themselves
Neo (trans people only can use)
•Ne/Nem/Nir/Nirs/Nemself
•Ve/Ver/Vis/Verself
•Ey/Em/Eir/Eirs/Emself
•Xe/xem/xir/xirs/xemself
•xe/xir/xir/xirs/xirself
•xe/xym/xyr/xyrs/xymself
•xe/xym/xyr/xyrs/xyrself
•xe/xyr/xyr/xyrs/xyrself
•xey/xem/xir/xirs/xemself
•xey/xem/xir/xirs/xirself
•ce/cir/cir/cirs/cirself
•ve/vem/vir/virs/vemself
•ve/vem/vir/virs/virself
•ve/vir/vir/virs/virself
•vey/vem/vir/virs/vemself
•vey/vem/vir/virs/virself
•ae/aer/aer/aers/aerself
Nounself (type of neopronoun)
•fae/faer/faers/faerself
•fey/feyr/feyrs/feyrself
•bun/bun/buns/buns/bunself
•kit/kit/kits/kits/kitself
•voi/vim/vis/vis/voidself
•frien/friend/friens/friense/friendself
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Hello From Mod Zach!
I didn't realise we could start doing this all ready, so now I feel a little left out. Hi everyone! My name is Zachary Sebastian (ironic how we have three of those so far I think???) but I usually just go by Zach. I'm an ftm demiromantic pansexual 20 year old who is currently struggling through college and pulling my hair out because no one will hire me. My pronounce are He/Him or They/Them (though I usually use he/him). I'm Cuban-Albanian, though I live in the States now. I really want to start hormones, but alas, I have no job and no source of income other the the writing commissions I'm doing on my other blog. Here's to hoping a new year brings better luck! I do struggle with heavy anxiety and depression, though I'm doing my best to keep my head up out of of the water. I have a fiancé, and she's the one that has kept me on my feet for the last two years. I'm a writer, though I've never been able to fully complete anything I've written. I've been cursed by that. And I'm also a big time gamer and sci-fi nerd. I'm exited to be here, and thank you all for following!
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