University of Queensland Press cancels children’s book over illustrator’s post on ‘Zionist framing’ of Bondi attack
Summary
The University of Queensland Press (UQP) has canceled the publication of a children’s book after controversial comments made online by the book’s illustrator about victims of a terror attack in Bondi. The decision has sparked responses from authors and community groups, with some supporting UQP’s action and others criticizing it.Key Facts
- UQP canceled publishing the children’s book "Bila, A River Cycle," written by Jazz Money and illustrated by Matt Chun.
- The cancellation was because of Chun’s online article with comments about Bondi terror attack victims, calling them “affluent beneficiaries of imperialism.”
- UQP said Chun’s views conflict with the university’s policies, including its stance against antisemitism.
- Chun’s article criticized media coverage of the attack and referred to “Zionist framing” of the event.
- New South Wales police are investigating Chun’s post for possible hate crimes.
- Some authors, including Evelyn Araluen and Melissa Lucashenko, expressed support for Chun and opposed UQP’s decision.
- The Queensland Jewish Board of Deputies praised UQP for standing against hateful comments.
- Thousands of copies of the book were reportedly printed before cancellation, affecting the author financially and reputationally.
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