#448 - A Hot Mess (w/ Kat Rosenfield)
The Fifth Column
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Navigating Cancel Culture in Young Adult Fiction
The chapter discusses a personal experience of dealing with false rumors and cancellation in the YA industry, touching on the online outrage, lack of support, and lasting repercussions faced by the speaker. It explores the impact of harsh reviews, false accusations, and the toll cancel culture takes on mental health, emphasizing the importance of coping with negativity. The conversation also reflects on the wider societal implications of baseless accusations, the challenge of accusations without due process, and the diminishing relevance of individuals in the public sphere.
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