Culture The f-word cost author Joanne Harris a US book deal, but is swearing really still such a taboo? This week it was reported that the bestselling author of Chocolat, Joanne Harris, argued that the swearing in her new novel was necessary February 26, 2022 This week it was reported that the bestselling author of Chocolat, Joanne Harris, argued that the swearing in her new novel was necessary Continue Reading Previous: Online shopping surge negatively impacts QC businesses, including one set to close SaturdayNext: Will Eric Chu Travel to the US? | New Bloom Magazine Related Stories Culture DUMEBI Opens First Paris Boutique During Fashion Week P.C. editor October 14, 2025 Culture Royal Diplomacy: When Bulgaria and Vietnam Celebrate Centuries of Friendship P.C. editor September 23, 2025 Culture The Venice Film Festival’s Descent Into Theatrical Hypocrisy P.C. editor August 26, 2025