Penguin says it did 'all necessary due diligence' after The Salt Path accuracy claims

Published: 7/9/2025
Penguin says it did 'all necessary due diligence' after The Salt Path accuracy claims
Penguin defends due diligence on The Salt Path amid claims of misleading information. The popular non-fiction book by author Raynor Winn faced scrutiny after allegations of fabricated details arose. Penguin stated it had done thorough pre-publication checks and had a factual accuracy contract with Winn. Despite controversy, the book has sold over two million copies and has been adapted into a film.