Elizabeth Gilbert cancels release of Russian-set novel after backlash.

Elizabeth Gilbert, author of "Eat, Pray, Love," has indefinitely delayed the publication of her new novel, "The Snow Forest," set in Siberia, after receiving backlash from Ukrainian readers who accused her of "romanticizing" Russia amid its ongoing war with Ukraine. Gilbert said she respects the messages from her Ukrainian readers and does not want to add harm to those who have already experienced grievous harm. The book was originally slated to publish in February 2024, and anyone who pre-ordered it will be refunded. The announcement garnered mixed reactions from Gilbert's social media followers, with some praising her decision and others critiquing her for participating in censorship.