James Patterson claims White male writers face ‘another form of racism’

“It’s even harder for older writers," Patterson, whose net worth is estimated to be $800 million, told the Sunday Times. "You don’t meet many 52-year-old white males.” Continue reading at 'The Washington Post'

[ The Washington Post | 2022-06-14 14:28:52 UTC ]

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James Patterson apologizes for saying white male authors face ‘racism’

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