This month’s Story Changes Culture Book Club selection
Monsters: A Fan's Dilemma by Claire Dederer
Our April Book Club pick offers a thought-provoking exploration of the moral complexities involved in appreciating art created by ethically compromised artists. Dederer examines figures like Roman Polanski, Woody Allen and J.K. Rowling, delving into whether their personal transgressions should influence our engagement with their work. By intertwining personal memoir with cultural critique, she introduces the concept of the “stain”—the mark an artist's misdeeds leave on their creations. This book is poised to spark meaningful discussions about the intersection of ethics, artistry and personal responsibility.
