Why is diversity and inclusion needed in the world of books

Live Free with Angela Kay Austin

English - January 05, 2020 22:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MB - ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
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Today, I'm joined by Kassanna, producer of the Interracial Romance and Author Expo. We're going to discuss IRAE, writing and diversity.

The anger surrounding recent events with Romance Writers of America speak to the need for diversity and inclusion in the world of books. Different voices for the writers, publishers and readers need to be seen and heard. Definitely acquisitions editors.

Too often authors of color have been told that their work won't sell. If you add on the factor of Romance, then authors face multiple challenges.

Why is diversity in the world of writing, within the world of Romance needed. I dare you to search RWA or Courtney Milan and then ask that question again.

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