Four authors have resigned from JK Rowling’s literary agency after claiming the company refused to publish a statement in support of transgender rights. They said they had asked the agency to “reaffirm their stance to transgender rights and equality” but, after a series of private talks, said they had been “unable to commit to any action that we thought was appropriate and meaningful”. Expand Close JK Rowling (David Cheskin/PA) PA / FacebookTwitterEmailWhatsapp JK Rowling (David Cheskin/PA)“We are disappointed by the decision that four clients have taken to part ways with the agency. Expand Close Emma Watson (PA) PA / FacebookTwitterEmailWhatsapp Emma Watson (PA)Harry Potter author Rowling has been the subject of criticism following a number of comments about transgender issues. Harry Potter actors Emma Watson and Daniel Radcliffe came out in support of transgender people following Rowling’s comments.

Source: Irish Independent June 22, 2020 18:45 UTC