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Sarah Pomranka's avatar

I'm not sure I am ready to submit anything now, but I hope you do this again. I think it's a great idea.

Anne Helen Petersen's avatar

I definitely will, stay tuned!

Toni Travis's avatar

Does the interview subject for the Q&A need to be a public figure, or someone with an academic/media background? I'd love to discuss fandom, JK Rowling and transphobia with a trans HP fan I know who has personally grappled with those issues (if they're willing) but they're not someone with a public platform--just someone whose perspective is really interesting to me.

Anne Helen Petersen's avatar

That's a great idea, I love it!

Nan Narboe's avatar

"I’m particularly interested in pitches from people whose perspective and identity are not identical to my own (aka, that of a straight, white, cis-gendered woman who grew up middle-class and went to college)." I am too. Should I — age 76 but also "strait, white, cis-gendered, et al — prepare a pitch?

Anne Helen Petersen's avatar

Nan I'd love to see a pitch from you!

Syd Bell's avatar

Very excited about this! I'm wondering if there's a specific format you'd like the pitch in? Or just sharing our ideas as it relates to the responsibilities listed? Thank you!

Heather's avatar

Love this idea, and love that you're looking for pitches from different perspectives. Can't wait to read these!

Lily Sloane's avatar

Hi Anne, are you still accepting pitches for this? Or for one-off interviews? I have an idea for either!

Jessica Carney's avatar

Hi there! Would you accept pitches for just the essay portion (for a lower rate)? Thanks!