1/3 After thoughtful consideration, I have resigned as the ITW Debut Author Chair. I and another female author brought serious concerns to the ITW board regarding a male author’s behavior at an industry event. They were summarily and callously dismissed.

2/3 I am saddened and disappointed to have to make this decision, but feel I must to stand up for what is right. For years I’ve heard of women being harassed, groped, and cornered at industry events. And even with serious complaints involving a police report, it seems

3/3 some leaders have preferred over the years to just sweep it all under the rug. The wonderful men and women in this industry deserve better. This kind of attitude does us all a disservice. #standupforwomen #timeforchange