Afrofuturistic Writing
Presentation
A course by savagefiction , Writer and Podcaster
About the video: Presentation
Overview
“Becoming a writer in Brazil is a non-linear adventure, full of challenging paths. In this class you will learn about my history with writing, from my youth as a nerdy kid from the interior of São Paulo to the publication of my first book, a finalist for the Jabuti award. ”
In this video lesson savagefiction addresses the topic: Presentation, which is part of the Domestika online course: Afrofuturistic Writing . Unlock the secrets of Afrofuturistic character creation and ignite your scriptwriting journey today..
Partial transcription of the video
“Hello, I am Ale Santos, writer and screenwriter, and I want to tell you a bit about my life. The story of how a nerdy boy from the countryside of São Paulo, in Brazil, became the first Afrofuturist writer to be published by a major national publisher. My journey with fantasy and fiction really begins back in the decade of the nineties. Here in Brazil, there weren't many references on television, not many references even in literature to inspire a young black boy. That's why the first medium I found to feed my imagination and creativity was RPG games. You may be familiar with the popular pen...”
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Course summary for: Afrofuturistic Writing
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Areas
Creative Writing, Fiction Writing, Writing
savagefiction
A course by
Ale Santos is a renowned Brazilian writer, screenwriter and podcaster, known for his innovative approach to Afrofuturist literature. His book "The Last Ancestral" has marked a milestone by being the first futuristic fiction published by a large publishing house in Brazil.
Santos has been a finalist for the prestigious Jabuti award and winner of the Yes to Racial Equality trophy, establishing himself as an influential voice in contemporary narrative.
Throughout his career, he has worked on various storytelling projects, including comics, plays and entertainment for companies. His work has been featured in global science fiction anthologies such as Intel's Tomorrow Project. In addition, he has collaborated with media such as Intercept Brasil, Superinteressante Brasil and Vice Brasil.
Recently, he was cited by the Science Fiction Research Association (SFRA) as the most popular Afrofuturist author of the new generation in Brazil and, in the NY Times, he was also recognized as one of the most important exponents of science fiction in Latin America.
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- Audio: Portuguese, English
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- Level: Beginner
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