The American Academy of Arts and Letters condemned the “abhorrent” conduct of members facing sexual harassment allegations, but declined to take further action. Continue reading →
{FD} Asher and Alexie books among most objected to in 2017
Before allegations of sexual harassment, Jay Asher and Sherman Alexie were facing criticisms of a different kind. Continue reading →
{FD} Harper Lee letters offer candid takes on religion, family
Around the same time “To Kill a Mockingbird” made Harper Lee a best-selling author and Pulitzer Prize winner, she was still fighting for creative control. Continue reading →
{FD} AP Newsbreak: Sherman Alexie declines literary award
The American Library Association tells The Associated Press that Sherman Alexie has declined the Carnegie Medal he received last month. Continue reading →