Romance Writers of America files for bankruptcy amid racism claims
Romance Writers of America files for bankruptcy amid declining membership, controversy over diversity, and escalating debts.
The Review: Jhalak Prize and WritersMosaic back diverse voices
Jhalak Prize founder Sunny Singh on the launch of “The Review,” a vital literary platform spotlighting writers of the global majority.
Free speech, hate speech, and cancel culture in publishing
We bandy the term “cancel culture” to criticise hate speech. Free speech comes with a responsibility to protect the voiceless in publishing.
American Fiction: Oscar-nominated film shows publishing’s racial challenges – review
Oscar-nominated movie “American Fiction” satirises the publishing industry’s inherent tendency to diminish Black writers’ experiences.
Women of colour still underrepresented in publishing
Exploring the representation of women of colour in publishing and strategies for a more inclusive industry.
Women’s Prize for Fiction longlist include ‘unputdownable’ books
Discover the 2024 Women’s Prize for Fiction longlist, celebrating exceptional, diverse novels by talented women.
Literary Agents of Change unveils BIPOC Equity Directory
The Equity Directory is said to empower BIPOC literary agents and promote diversity in the publishing industry.
Inclusive Books for Children: Sarah Satha on awards and diversity in kidlit
Explore Inclusive Books for Children’s journey, promoting diversity in kids’ literature through their inaugural award show.
Elif Shafak: literature as a tool for diversity and acceptance
A conversation with celebrated novelist and thinker Elif Shafak, who shares her insights on literature, diversity, and politics.
Who has the right to tell stories? Salman Rushdie says anyone
The debate on an authors’ right to venture beyond their experiences and tell others’ stories has resurfaced after Salman Rushdie’s comments.