By Mishma Nixon The first time I attended BookExpo (formerly BookExpo America) in 2017, a random man looked at my badge and asked me, “What is Sri Lanka? Is it part of India?” I wish I gave him a smart response, but I don’t even remember what I said to him now. That was my first trip to the US … [Read more...] about Why We Need More Diversity in South Asian Representation
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How These 3 Genres Are Becoming Diverse Book Hubs
By Rachel Werner Artistic appropriation has been rampant around the globe throughout history. Unfortunately, such erroneous behaviors continue today when concepts like minimalism and plant-based eating have been repackaged by the highly educated and privileged to represent what’s enlightened and … [Read more...] about How These 3 Genres Are Becoming Diverse Book Hubs
WNDB Launches Emergency Fund for Diverse Creatives in Children’s Publishing
To learn more about the WNDB Emergency Fund for Diverse Creatives in Children’s Publishing and to apply, click here. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE We Need Diverse Books Launches Emergency Fund for Diverse Creatives in Children’s Publishing April 13, 2020 Washington, DC — We Need Diverse Books (WNDB) … [Read more...] about WNDB Launches Emergency Fund for Diverse Creatives in Children’s Publishing
