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We discuss the disparities in pay and resources for Black and brown storytellers and artists.
But what we don& #39;t discuss enough is the fact that most white gatekeepers simply don& #39;t understand non-white narratives and artistry. But they still own most of the access.
But what we don& #39;t discuss enough is the fact that most white gatekeepers simply don& #39;t understand non-white narratives and artistry. But they still own most of the access.
My agent recently turned in a proposal for my second book, a non-fiction reflection on the tragedy and triumph of being Black in America during the last few years.
Essays, letters, poetry -- a Black man& #39;s journal of sorts.
Essays, letters, poetry -- a Black man& #39;s journal of sorts.
The entries in the "journal" discuss my uncle passing alone in a men& #39;s home, the trials and tribulations of being a presidential surrogate in 2020, struggle to help people during covid-19, the journey of therapy, etc.
The Black editors it was sent to made offers for the book.
The Black editors it was sent to made offers for the book.
I had no trouble getting Black editors to understand the vision or voice.
Every white editor turned it down. They lauded the writing, calling it amazing, beautiful, etc.
They couldn& #39;t "see an audience for it", or didn& #39;t think people would want to "relive" some of the moments.
Every white editor turned it down. They lauded the writing, calling it amazing, beautiful, etc.
They couldn& #39;t "see an audience for it", or didn& #39;t think people would want to "relive" some of the moments.
