Speak Up SMP 📢

The Speak Up SMP movement has emerged in response to allegations of systemic racism and discrimination within St. Martin's Press (SMP). Following an incident where a marketing employee posted Islamophobic, queerphobic, and anti-Palestinian content on social media, many have called for accountability in the publishing industry. Readers, authors, and industry professionals are actively engaging in discussions and actions aimed at addressing these serious concerns. The boycott encourages participants to recommend non-SMP titles, refrain from posting about boycotted books, and utilize online platforms to spread awareness using the hashtag #SpeakUpSMP. Influencers are encouraged to redact covers of SMP titles while promoting literature, and authors are asked to share graphics in support of the movement. For bookstores, it's essential to prioritize non-SMP titles for displays and avoid releasing announcements regarding boycotted publications. Additionally, podcasts and media outlets are encouraged to withhold features on the boycotted titles until St. Martin's Press meets the community's demands for accountability and inclusivity in their practices. By participating in the Speak Up SMP movement, individuals not only advocate for their moral stance against discrimination but also contribute to meaningful changes in the literary world, promoting voices that matter and seeking justice within publishing.