Meanwhile, Elsewhere: Science Fiction and Fantasy from Transgender Writers

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UPDATE: a ‘meanwhile, nearby…’ template is now available for teachers using the dropdown on the sidebar.* It's hard enough being a human confronting the Lord of Hell... and harder still when you have to try to patch things up with the Other Side. I have to admit, I sputtered with laughter at the last line of this story, in which Laura tries to summon Satan and gets... not at all what she expected. In the terrible stories where trans people are awful monsters (in spec fic and elsewhere), none of that complexity happens.

Imago by Tristan Alice Nieto: This is a heartbreaking story about losing the ones you love. In a future world, a miracle drug called “Revivranol” is used to revive murder victims for 3-4 days so they can tell the police who killed them. But these victims can rarely remember much about the person they used to be. Now that you have a better understanding of the differences between “elsewhere” and “meanwhile,” it’s time to put that knowledge into practice. Here are some exercises to help you improve your usage of these words in sentences: Exercise 1: Fill In The Blank

Context Matters

Plett: Well, there are already a few trans erotica anthologies out there. ( Nerve Endings edited by Tobi Hill-Meyer and Take Me There edited by Tristan Taormino come to mind, both of whom share some authors with us actually!) I feel like a trans noir anthology would definitely have the potential for some subversive, meaningful work that could be both tough and fun. Anyone want to edit a noir anthology? Not it. I lived with this book, carried it with me like a precious tome, whipping it out to evangelically read passages to various companions who shared my time while I dove in the worlds of these exciting new writers. As always in an anthology, some of these were bigger hits than others, but overall I really enjoyed these. Tons of sapphic stories, too! Some of the first stories were so fascinating, I could easily write essays about them. Rent, Don't Sell by Calvin Gimplevich - This one starts out with the old staple of body-swapping, but puts some interesting twists on it. There is the typical joyriding by the rich, a creative means of personal training, and what seems to be a brilliant solution to gender dysphoria . . . but with a final emotional twist that I adored. The Gift by Ryka Aoki - This is probably the least progressive story in terms of technology, but the most progressive in terms of attitudes. It was a sweet, easy-going, uplifting story of coming out as transgender and being immediately loved and accepted. My heart still swells over this one.

For example, if someone is discussing a specific restaurant in New York City, they might say “If you’re looking for Italian food, there are plenty of options elsewhere in the city.” Meanwhile Are you confused about when to use “elsewhere” and “meanwhile” in your writing? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. These two words are often used interchangeably, but there are important differences between them. In this article, we’ll explore the meanings and proper usage of these two words. So, which one should you use? The answer is that it depends on the context. If you are talking about a physical location that is not the current one, you should use “elsewhere.” For example, “I left my keys elsewhere and now I can’t find them.” If you are describing two things happening at the same time, use “meanwhile.” For example, “I was cooking dinner, meanwhile my husband was setting the table.” Bridget Liang - Delicate Bodies: not for the squeamish, but worth it for the zombified diy bottom surgery scene aloneImago" by Tristan Alice Nieto, a deeply unsettling zombie-POV revenge story featuring super cool robot butterfly vision--I don't read much horror but I think the stomach-turning-but-don't-stop vibe I got from this is probably why people are into that genre. Research a topic or person before studying them in the next lesson. This will often give the students a head-start in the lesson when encountering new information, but also shows them that it is interesting and valuable to study the topic or person because so many other people have cared enough to produce materials on them. Control by Rachel K Zall - incredibly sexy, incredibly trans, incredible way to open the collection. I knew EXACTLY what I was in for after this.

Gamers" by Imogen Binnie, about a trans woman gamer, touching on male-coded gamer identity and a trans reading of the Ocarina of Time--really excellent tight POV and pacing, the ending kind of startled me by how perfect it was (warning for gore). While the rules for using “elsewhere” and “meanwhile” are generally straightforward, there are some exceptions to be aware of. In certain contexts, the usage of these two words may not follow the standard rules. In this section, we will identify these exceptions and offer explanations and examples for each case. Exceptions For “Elsewhere”

Delicate Bodies by Bridget Liang - When being transgender is so often treated by like a disease, and when so much of society treats you as a monstrous freak, maybe becoming a sentient flesh-eating zombie isn't such a bad thing. This was a fantastic story, equal parts dark and quirky, with a truly brilliant final paragraph. Tabitha was dead, to begin with—but that doesn't mean she's off the hook. A SF story with a singularly grim conceit, set amid a pandemic even worse than our own. Similarly, there are some situations where the use of “meanwhile” may not follow the standard rules. Here are some exceptions: They've arranged to have another meeting in two weeks, and meanwhile the problem is getting worse and worse! In Meanwhile, Elsewhere: Science Fiction and Fantasy from Transgender Writers, some of the worlds and futures depicted are very unfamiliar. Others are so close to our world that they very clearly illustrate its cruelties, idiosyncrasies and beauty, whether it’s through the all-too-plausible public embrace of cybernetic conversion therapy in “Schwaberow, Ohio” by Brendan Williams-Childs, or a better world that seems heartbreakingly within reach yet elusive in Ryka Aoki’s “The Gift.”

No Comment by Ayse Devrim - trans woman with a uterus implant fights for her right to get an abortion. Beyond incredible.A fresh, wild anthology, full of great premises and interesting language. It's full of personality and speaks about trans experiences openly and unashamedly. Try by beginning with a discussion about what they read at home. This can be structured around broad questions like: ‘You have three minutes to discuss with the person next to you, what was the most interesting thing you learned?’ This could be taken further to really get them thinking about what they already knew and what they read at home: ‘What was the most surprising thing you learned? And why was that?’ By discussing these with a peer, students will see the importance of having engaged with the homework and will be prepared to partake in a discussion about a historical topic/text. One common mistake people make is using the word “elsewhere” when they actually mean “meanwhile.” For example, saying “I was at the grocery store. Meanwhile, my sister was elsewhere” is incorrect. The correct sentence would be “I was at the grocery store. Meanwhile, my sister was at home.” Mistake #2: Using “Meanwhile” Instead Of “Elsewhere” The stories vary a lot. There are more sci fi stories than fantasy, and more trans women than nonbinary or trans men main characters. The plots vary from someone quietly ruminating in space about microaggressions to intense cyberpunk... cyber post-punk? In fact, quite a few of the stories have a punk undertone. For the 60th anniversary of Doctor Who, Big Finish is producing Once and Future – a special series of monthly full-cast audio dramas, each focusing on one of the Doctors. 6 March 2023