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Is it right for authors to write another culture’s story?

Is it right for authors to write another culture’s story?

by Bethia Wyborn | Jun 2, 2023 | Identity, longer reads

When you think of JK Rowling, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Wizards? Broomsticks? Transphobia? For some, casual racism might not be their first thought, but many believe it is present in The Harry Potter series. From stereotypes such as putting the only...
Pride Month: Five LGBTQ+ authors you need to check out

Pride Month: Five LGBTQ+ authors you need to check out

by Sophie Olejnik | Jun 1, 2023 | Identity

June marks the start of Pride Month – the perfect opportunity to celebrate all the incredible contributions from the LGBTQ+ community.  Diverse representation matters in every industry, and LGBTQ+ authors bring a bright and necessary light to the bookshelves of...
Indigenous authors and climate fiction: What it tells us about their relationship with the planet

Indigenous authors and climate fiction: What it tells us about their relationship with the planet

by Arthur Barratt | Jun 1, 2023 | Planet

Although it’s often overlooked, 21% of the planet is home to indigenous people. These groups are the most in-touch with the earth of any humans, often living in perfect balance with their environment. Through rotating hunting seasons and crop rotation, native...
N.E. Davenport: The impact of a strong female, black lead on the author

N.E. Davenport: The impact of a strong female, black lead on the author

by Liseli Thomas | May 26, 2023 | Identity

As readers we know how much books can impact us, but what about how they affect the authors who write them? When Enishia ‘Nia’ Davenport was faced with racism in her workplace, she didn’t always feel like she could be vocal about it. In 2016, the landscape for black...

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