20min chapter

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Amish Romance, The New York Times Best Vibes List, and Instagram Posts Turned into Books

Faith Adjacent

CHAPTER

Behind the Bestseller: Ghostwriting and Endorsements

This chapter examines the controversy surrounding ghostwriting in Christian publishing, emphasizing the need for crediting authors while discussing the complex dynamics of bestseller lists. It highlights the emotional weight of achieving bestseller status, the ethics of book endorsements, and the challenges authors face in maintaining authenticity in their recommendations. The conversation also humorously critiques common tropes in Christian romance literature, revealing deeper societal implications and exploring genre-specific obsessions.

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