Title: Chapter 1: Preview of the book cover
I was abrupt and my reaction was viseral, let me tell you why. I am a biracial woman who identifies as black. and I am sometimes appalled of how some black women who write these interracial romances describe things. A lot of writers will put a white man on a pedestal in their books/ stories even legitimizing rascist imagery and traits as something normal because they are so hell bent on making the white protagonist "perfect" while justifying their obvious flaws. Some will even write racist traits and have the female lead overlook them. Sometimes the self hate is so evident and if you dare say something they get upset. I appreciate your thoughful reply. I saw one response was deleted. I don't know if that one differed. I was acerbic because I found it offensive. I look forward to reading more of your work. Regards, Madison
Author's Response: Hello Madison,
The first two reviews were not deleted. The two people never write a comment. I have thus far never deleted a readers review, because they all have been helpful. They allow me to see my writing through another person's eyes.
I did not take offense with your comments. I appreciated your honesty. You did not lecture me which has happened in the past.
Thank you for sharing your views and your personal feelings. I do not usually write BWWM, but I learned of the genre two years ago. I am a struggling writer and decided to write BWWM romance novels in addition to my medical series. However, your comments remind me to write responsibly. My books usually include multiple races.
I love telling stories.
I value your response so much that I went to the library and took out several books: 1 on the state of Tennessee, 1 on Nashville, 1 on southern short stories. Thanks again.
Elizabeth Griffin
Reviewer: madison Signed
Date: December 21 2016