Has best-seller James Patterson’s reach exceeded his grasp?

American author has sparked backlash after claiming white male authors face racism

14 June 2022 - 19:58 By Ella Ceron

Authors and publishing industry professionals are criticising best-selling author James Patterson for suggesting that white male authors are facing “another form of racism” in the wake of industry diversification efforts...

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