Summary: The new novel American Dirt revolves around a mother and son fleeing cartel violence in Mexico and attempting to cross into the U.S. But some critics argue the author doesn't have the right to tell this story. The book's publication has stirred controversy , launched the #DignidadLiteraria hashtag and led to discussion on diversity in the publishing world. We're talking with Vermont authors about representation, cultural appropriation and diversity in storytelling.
