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me: *begins reading fic*

the reader: *turns red*

me:

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Since we’re in Latino heritage month now I want to bring something up again that’s worth talking about when it comes to reader insert fic:

Can we as writers please be aware that latine people are present in fandom and not make the assumption that the reader does not speak Spanish?

Especially when writing for Latino characters, latine people look to them for representation and it feels very exclusionary to assume the reader doesn’t know Spanish. Latine representation is hugely important for us. Actors like Pedro Pascal, Oscar Isaac, Diego Luna, Gabriel Luna, and more are so important for that representation and they all understand that importance. With the lack of latine and poc characters, it’s always very meaningful when we are represented. And it’s very hurtful that people can assume that their audience is only white.

Some ways to work around and be inclusive: You could use italics to indicate Spanish, say “you didn’t hear” instead of “you didn’t understand” so that way it’s more open to interpretation, provide an immediate translation in or out of the context and let readers decide for themselves if they understood it or not. Very simple things make a huge difference in inclusivity and don’t change your story at all!

And another note too: please be respectful when writing Latino characters and actively work to avoid getting into fetishization territory. Be aware of harmful tropes and stereotypes that exist while writing Latino characters. I.e. the Latin lover trope, the whole papi thing, “spicy Latino” etc. The characters aren’t real but the impact it can have does affect real people and it can make latine people uncomfortable to see it in fic.

Remember that inclusivity is a kindness and people of all walks of life read fics to let’s work to make everyone feel welcome and loved and seen in our reader insert fic!

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LEE PACE in FOUNDATION (2021-)

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I'm not just a bitch, I'm a bitch with a backstory

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The only person I'll ever be jealous of is y/n, bro she be living THE LIIIIFE

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Let's be real, if a man talked dirty to me like they do in fanfics, I would use my pepper spray.

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Love bite 🍷🍷🍷

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Manifesting this ✨😩

I need a Joel Miller type of man, that is maybe a little too protective over me. He has just a hint of silver in his hair, the cutest smile, broad shoulders and smells like leather, whiskey and oak. He’s grumpy and intimidating but with me he’s sweet and gentle. That’s what I want.

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gabriel luna is so fuckin fine can not wait to see him commit atrocities <3

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pov: you're not ready for tlou s2

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choosing Tim Walz as VP for Kamala is wild, because it means the unthinkable has occurred: the democrats have made two good decisions in a row

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family: “why are you just sitting in ur room smiling at ur phone?”

me who’s been reading smut about fictional characters for the past 6 hours:

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Zendaya attends The 2024 Met Gala if you want to support this blog consider donating to:ko-fi.com/fashionrunways

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leeepfrog: 45 and alive. 🧟

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LEE PACE training for Foundation season 2

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