Sensitivity Reading

A respectful, reader-first check on diversity and characterisation. I highlight areas that may land differently for readers and give you practical options to strengthen the work — while keeping your voice intact.

What You Get

More than a checklist. I read as a person of colour and a queer man, and I give you nuanced, compassionate feedback rooted in lived experience.

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Representation Check

I assess how BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and other marginalised characters are portrayed — looking for stereotypes, tropes, and missed nuance.

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Dialogue & Voice

Does the dialogue feel authentic? I flag language that may feel off, forced, or unintentionally harmful.

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Harmful Tropes

I identify common harmful tropes and stereotypes that may have slipped in unnoticed, with context on why they land badly.

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In-Line Comments

Your report includes in-line comments highlighting specific passages and explaining how they could be revised for stronger representation.

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Practical Alternatives

I don’t just flag problems — I offer concrete suggestions that strengthen the work while preserving your creative vision.

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Detailed Report

A structured report covering all findings, organised by theme, with clear prioritisation and next steps.

My Perspective

I read as a bi-racial (Irish and Black Caribbean) gay man. My sensitivity reading focuses on:

Race & Ethnicity

Especially Black and mixed-race characters and experiences

Sexuality

LGBTQIA+ characters, relationships, and coming-out narratives

Body Image

Fair and nuanced representation of plus sized characters

Intersectionality

How multiple identities interact and shape a character’s experience

For cultures and identities outside my own lived experience, I read as a person of colour and flag areas that feel off — while recommending you also consult a reader from that specific background.