Why Authenticity Matters

In an era when every TV show features a prison storyline and every thriller includes a character with a criminal past, most creators get the details wrong. They don't understand the difference between a county jail and a state prison. They write parole like it's probation. They portray formerly incarcerated people as either saints or monsters - rarely as complex humans.

These mistakes aren't just artistic failures. They reinforce stereotypes that make it harder for real people to find jobs, housing, and acceptance. They misinform the public about how the justice system actually works. They insult the intelligence of readers and viewers who've lived these experiences.

That's where I come in.

When you hire me as a consultant, sensitivity reader, or subject matter expert, you're not just checking a box. You're ensuring your work has integrity. You're protecting yourself from embarrassing errors that could damage your credibility. And you're contributing to a media landscape that treats justice-impacted people as fully human.