Shame Nation: The Global Epidemic of Online Hate
About this audiobook
In 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.
About the author
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.
Melissa Schorr is a widely published freelance journalist and author. Currently a contributing editor at the Boston Globe Sunday Magazine, Schorr has also served as a stringer for People magazine, a columnist for the Las Vegas Sun, and a health writer for ABCNews.com.
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.
