Frederick Douglass: Turning Historical Figures into Fiction
Advertising veteran and author, Terry Balagia, explores the ins and outs of recasting the legendary Frederick Douglass in the soon-to-be-released book, The Hunt for Frederick Douglass. Drawing on his creative industry background, Terry explains the process, the pitfalls, and the alignment of purpose in crafting a historical fiction novel.
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Terry Balagia
Miami Ad School
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