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Learn moreIn today’s digitally driven world, disaster is only a click away.
A rogue tweet can bring down a business; an army of trolls can run a celebrity off-line; and virtual harassment might cause real psychological damage.
Shame Nation is the first book to both explore the fascinating phenomenon of online shaming and offer practical guidance and inspiring advice on how to prevent and protect against cyber blunders and faceless bullies. Author and acclaimed Internet safety expert Sue Scheff unveils all sides of an issue that is only becoming more relevant day by day while drawing from the expertise of other top professionals spanning fields including law, psychology, and reputation management.
From damning screenshots to revenge porn, Shame Nation shines a light on the rising trend of online shame culture and empowers readers to take charge of their digital lives.
Sue Scheff is a nationally recognized author, speaker, parent advocate, and Internet safety expert. In 2001, Sue founded Parents’ Universal Resource Experts, Inc. Today, she is a sought-after expert featured in major media outlets and publications. As a leader in the movement against cyberbullying, she focuses on teaching others how to avoid virtual cruelty and how to react effectively when it occurs.
Erin Bennett is an actress, a singer, and a voiceover artist. As an actress, she has performed at numerous theaters, including the Pasadena Playhouse, the Arizona Theatre Company, and the International City Theatre. Her voiceover work includes animation, BBC radio plays, video games, commercials for radio and television, and a wide range of audiobooks, including contemporary fiction, mysteries, science fiction, and romance.
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“Narrator Erin Bennett delivers the author’s discussion…in an assertive voice with strong emphasis and effective pacing. She shows a more tender side when giving voice to people who discuss their own experiences.”
“Shame Nation is a terrific parenting resource, one that combines real-life cautionary tales with practical solutions for every scenario. This is a must-read in the digital age for anyone who has an internet presence, especially as teens are generally more vulnerable to cyber shaming.”
“Shame Nation holds that elusive key to stopping the trend of online hate so kindness and compassion can prevail.”
"May well make the reader paranoid about the reach and power of Internet culture, but the tales are shamefully fascinating. The book does not dwell on the psychological or sociological aspects of trolling or shaming, emphasizing practical advice instead.”
“This is a welcome and timely guide…Scheff details many of the organizations and companies that have been created to combat the scourge of shame online while providing many case studies, stories of survival, and campaigns of support.”
“There is no one better than Sue Scheff to share how to prevent…digital shaming. Her own battle…riveted the world and changed the way we use the Internet.”
“Public shaming is sweeping our world. Sue Scheff knows digital shaming better than anyone…A must read for anyone who is online.”
“Engaging, sharp, and important, Shame Nation will inspire you to open your eyes and be better in society’s growing cyber culture.”
“We all have the power to create the inclusive Internet reality that we so desperately need. Scheff recognizes that participating in that creation can be overwhelming and intimidating, especially given the personal risks we face as women who want to join a public discourse, and provides in Shame Nation a clear-eyed, approachable guide to facing a hostile online environment while maintaining our dignity and sanity.”
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