Problematic Content in Books

[Darby]

As a reviewer, I try to stay open-minded as much as possible. My initial reaction can be frustration, but ultimately it's the author's book and I can't change what they wrote. I also hate negativity, so instead of trying to demote problematic books, I try to promote inclusive ones. But, it also depends on the circumstances. If I see someone that's obviously trying to hurt others through representation in their books that's just messed up, and I'll speak out about it. But if it only comes up once or twice, I try to leave it alone and just don't promote that book like I would have if it didn't include that.

I think, since writing is a form of self-expression, there should be some room for authors to be able to state their opinions. I think maybe instead of limiting controversial or problematic content, books should be given a content warnings page (written objectively by someone other than the author).

I'm interested to see what others have to say and perhaps gain some new insight from some of you as well!! Hope y'all have a great day/night wherever you are!

[august. [semi active]]

I think that such content is okay as long as readers are warned beforehand and the author isn't trying to promote things that harm other people :)

It's a tricky subject. I'm incredibly picky when it comes to what I find problematic and what I think shouldn't be in books. At the end of the day, it's their book and as long the content in it isn't harming anyone, they should be allowed to write whatever content they please into their books.

[Jayna]

personally it makes me really uncomfortable if there's problematic bits in books, but I do try to stay open minded, it just gets difficult sometimes

[xoxo.mackenzie]

Jayna wrote: "personally it makes me really uncomfortable if there's problematic bits in books, but I do try to stay open minded, it just gets difficult sometimes"

Samee

[sarah]

Jayna wrote: "personally it makes me really uncomfortable if there's problematic bits in books, but I do try to stay open minded, it just gets difficult sometimes"
ok!

[Raynah]

As long as the content makes sense with the storyline then I think it's fine.
Putting a list of trigger warnings at the front of the book would be great

[august. [semi active]]

Raynah wrote: "As long as the content makes sense with the storyline then I think it's fine.
Putting a list of trigger warnings at the front of the book would be great"

agreed