Bookshop Cancels Event with Palestinian Author

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Bookshop cancels event with Palestinian author

A bookstore in Montclair, N.J., canceled a recent promotional event with a Palestinian author because of pressure from local community members and concerns over the safety of its employees and customers, according to the shop, Watchung Booksellers.

Bookshop Cancels Event With Palestinian Author Over Community ‘Concerns’

A bookstore in Montclair, N.J., canceled a recent promotional event with a Palestinian author because of pressure from local community members and concerns over the safety of its employees and customers, according to the shop, Watchung Booksellers. The author, Jenan Matari, said in a lengthy Instagram video that members of the community who disagreed with her views on the war in Gaza, and her “very direct” way of expressing support for Palestini…

Citing Safety Concerns, Bookstore Cancels Event with Palestinian Author

"In keeping with our values of being a safe and welcoming store for all children and families, we chose to prioritize their safety by cancelling the event." The post Citing Safety Concerns, Bookstore Cancels Event with Palestinian Author appeared first on Montclair Local.