A group of some of Britian's most prominent literary figures have signed a letter in support of JK Rowling after she received death threats on social media under the hashtag #RIPJKRowling. Signatories of the letter include Booker winner Ian McEwan, actor Griff Rhys Jones, actress Frances Barber and playwright Sir Tom Stoppard. The latest abuse directed at Rowling comes after a drawn-out social media campaign against the author following her outspoken views on transgender matters. The letter read: 'JK Rowling has been subjected to an onslaught of abuse that highlights an insidious, authoritarian and misogynistic trend in social media.' 'We wish JK Rowling well and stand in solidarity with her.'

Source: Daily Mail September 27, 2020 11:48 UTC