The letter opens with the authors who include best-selling authors Alexander Chee, Jasmine Guillory, R.O.
They then detail the reasons why they view her support ofAmerican Dirtas deeply problematic.
In addition, there are nowaccusationsof heavy use of other Latinx writers work.
Winfrey addressed the controversy on Sunday, before the letter was released via an Instagram video.
Throughout the video, Winfrey explains how her plans have shifted in how shell support the selection.
And Im hoping thats going to resonate with many of you and your concerns, she said.
Representatives for Apple TV+ did not respond to requests for comment.
On Wednesday, Flatiron Books announced that Cummins tour was officially canceled.
Publisher Bob Miller cited specific threats to booksellers and the author, including some threats of physical violence.
Miller added that we believe there exists real peril to their safety.
Flatiron posted the statementvia Twitter, and EW also received it from the publisher.
This is not a letter calling for silencing, nor censoring, it reads.
The full letter is availableon Lithub.
This post was updated to reflect that Cummins book tour was officially canceled on Wednesday afternoon.
