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Debut fantasy author Cait Corrain admitted to creating fake accounts on Goodreads to boost her own book's ratings and negatively impact other authors. Corrain's publisher, Del Rey Books, has decided not to publish her debut novel, "Crown of Starlight," or any other works on her contract. Corrain cited struggles with depression and substance abuse as contributing factors to her actions.
Debut author Cait Corrain has been dropped by her publishers and literary agent after being accused of review bombing other authors on Goodreads. Corrain allegedly used fake accounts to leave one-star reviews on books by authors of color and increase votes for her own debut novel. The controversy unfolded on BookTok and Book Twitter, with evidence and receipts being shared by authors such as Xiran Jay Zhao. Corrain initially blamed a friend but later issued a public apology, citing struggles with depression, alcoholism, and substance abuse. The consequences include losing publishing deals and partnerships, while authors affected by the review bombing express mixed reactions to the apology.