Why are Sensitivity Readers So Controversial? I've been fascinated by a controversy in the publishing industry — sensitivity readers. Are they liberals intent on censoring authors? Or are they people of marginalized…
The marginalized community created the hashtag #OwnVoices for books written by authors who share a marginalized identity with the protagonist. Marginalized communities also use the hashtag to highlight the need to hear…
Did Harper Lee need a sensitivity reader for Mockingbird? Was she faithful in her portrayal of characters with marginalized identities?
Listen to trans people when they speak their truth. Centering trans narratives and supporting trans voices is critical, although UU World magazine missed an opportunity. Centering Trans Narratives Scrolling through my Facebook…