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David E. Sproule | For sale
Consent in True Stories
Naming people, changing names, and living with the page
Ethics / memoir | short field guide, about 15,692 words, 8 chapters
True story work can heal and it can harm. This book walks through consent, composite characters, what to ask living people, and when silence is the kinder craft. For memoirists, journalists adjacent writers, and workshop leaders who need a spine.
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You're writing a true story. Maybe it's a memoir, a family history, or a journalistic piece. You're dealing with real lives, real events, and real people. This isn't fiction where you can invent characters and plotlines without consequence. Your words have power. They can heal, inform, and connect, but they can also harm, expose, and alienate. This chapter is about understanding that power and using it responsibly, starting with consent. Think of consent as your ethical compass. It guides you through the complex terrain of true stories, helping you navigate the delicate balance between sharing a compelling narrative and respecting the individuals involved.
Chapters in this draft
- The Ethical Compass: Why Consent Matters in True Stories
- Who's In Your Story? Identifying and Approaching Living Subjects
- Crafting Consent: Agreements, Permissions, and Boundaries
- The Art of Anonymity: Naming, Changing, and Protecting Identities
- Beyond the Page: Living with the Impact of Your Story
- When Silence is Golden: Knowing When Not to Tell
- Navigating Sticky Situations: Conflict, Retraction, and Repair
- Building a Consent Culture: Resources for Writers and Leaders
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About the author
David E. Sproule
Writes and builds from Edmonton, Alberta. Sproule Lit workshop drafts and Phyllux Tech, local first: files as masters, honest length, and tools people can use on a hard Tuesday.
