Rookwood EditingApr 24, 2023

I recently had the honour of presenting on antisemitism in fantasy and fairy tales to a group of my fellow editors. While I'm not able to share that presentation, I've adapted it into blog format and am excited to share it with all of you.

Antisemitism is deeply ingrained in our fantasy and fairy tales, and only when we learn the tropes can we combat the harm they do. Join me in an exploration of antisemitism in fantasy and fairy tales.

https://www.rookwoodediting.com/2023/04/antisemitism-in-fantasy-and-fairy-tales/

Antisemitism in Fiction and Fantasy

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