The article explores the decline of male novelists in contemporary literature amidst the celebration of female authors. Jude Cook's launch of Conduit Books, which focuses on publishing male authors, reignites discussions about the representation of male voices in fiction. Cook highlights how the publishing landscape has transformed over the last 15 years due to a reaction against the previously toxic male dominance. While female authors like Sally Rooney are flourishing, statistics indicate that male authors are struggling to gain traction, especially in fiction, although they still hold significant presence in nonfiction bestsellers.
"The publishing landscape has changed dramatically over the last 15 years as a reaction to the toxic male-dominated scene of the 80s, 90s and 00s."
"Excitement in publishing circles centres on a new breed of young female authors, spearheaded by Sally Rooney et al."
"Though women dominate the fiction charts, Richard Osman's novels took the top two spots for the most books sold in the UK last year."
"In nonfiction the picture is clearer: men make up 63% of authors to feature on the Sunday Times nonfiction hardback bestseller lists."
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