More than 200 writers, publishers and journalists have signed a letter to express their support for transgender and non-binary people. According to The Guardian, the message, which was published on Wednesday on TheSecondShelf.com, comes days after a separate group of writers signed a letter defending "Harry Potter" author J.K. Rowling , who has been under fire since publishing her latest book, which centers on a male killer who dresses as a woman. The letter, which didn't mention Rowling by name, features several Black members of the United Kingdom and Irish publishing community. Malorie Blackman, Irenosen Okojie, Clara Amfo and Faridah Àbíké-íyímídé are among those who have signed the letter. "This is a message of love and solidarity for the trans and non-binary community," the advocates for trans rights wrote. "Culture is, and should always be, at the forefront of societal change, and as writers, editors, agents, journalists, and publishing professionals, we recognize the vital...
