In the classic children’s game, “Mother, May I?” one person takes a turn as “mother,” telling others to take steps forward. Each player must first ask for permission or go back to the starting line. Panelists in this session explore what it means to give yourself permission to test new ideas and characters, address difficult topics, and sustain a writing practice. 

Moderator: Maryfrances Wagner

Panelists

Catherine Anderson (Afloat)
Hadara Bar-Nadav (The Singing Pills)
Frank Higgins (Black Pearl Sings)
Olivia Hill (Travel North Black Girl)