Welcome to The Rogue Author with Scarlet - real thoughts from an author who's stepped off the beaten path. In this premiere episode, we dive into the controversial case of an Australian author whose dark fiction led to criminal charges and a completely ruined life. We explore the difference between writing controversial content transparently versus deceiving readers and collaborators, examine why another dark romance author is facing CPS threats simply for being pregnant, and tackle the big question: Where do we draw the line between fiction and reality when judging authors?

Content Warning: This episode discusses infantilism and sexual content involving minors. If these topics are triggering, you can skip ahead to 5:30.

This episode covers the honest perspectives on industry drama that authors think about but rarely discuss publicly, including the escalating harassment authors face and the dangerous precedent being set by doxxing campaigns. Whether you write dark romance, controversial fiction, or just want to understand the current climate for authors pushing boundaries, this conversation affects all of us.

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Keywords: dark romance, author controversy, book banning, fiction vs reality, author harassment, publishing industry drama, controversial books, book community, indie authors, romance authors,