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MONTREAL — Quebec author Kevin Lambert wanted to avoid stereotypes and not write anything "stupid" when he enlisted what is known as a sensitivity reader to review the manuscript of his latest novel.
MONTREAL - Quebec author Kevin Lambert wanted to avoid stereotypes and not write anything "stupid" when he enlisted what is known as a sensitivity reader to review the manuscript of his latest novel.
Some argue that sensitivity readers undermine a writer's creativity, while others maintain it is part of the editing process and shows due diligence has been done.
The use of sensitivity readers has sparked a debate over whether they are censors or provide an important service in promoting inclusivity and combating offensive tropes and racial or sexual stereotypes.