#WritingCommunity I need help.
My editor pointed out that using words such as cocoa or caramel to describe skin color is not appropriate. What are some words you use that convey different skin tones?
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You cannot ~say whatever you want~ when it comes to diversity because you will end up being racist accidentally. I feel very strongly about this & it’s one hill I WILL die on.
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You must listen to your publisher if you expect them to publish you. But otherwise I agree with
@pbcwrites The PC pendulum has swung way over into absurdity. I personally see nothing wrong with those words. Would they also object to cream-colored?


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My editor brought them to my attention in case I wanted to change them and listed why I should. This entire discussion has been so eye-opening. Growing up I read these descriptions over and over again and wasn't aware they were "bad" Learn something new everyday I suppose!
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Hmm. I've used the phrase 'dark-coffee skin' to denote someone with mixed ancestry. I'm sure I'll find out if anyone is offended. It'll be a simple change if it is.
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