Brooklyn Public Library leads charge against book censorship with events and national day of action * Brooklyn Paper
Brooklyn Public Library is taking action against rising book censorship with events to educate communities on its dangers and promote access to diverse literature.
Prison Banned Books Week: Being in Jail Shouldn't Mean Having Nothing to Read
Prison tablet programs promise extensive eBook access but often provide limited, outdated selections at predatory prices.
Far from ideal': DeSantis's war on woke' colleges goes painfully awry
Ron DeSantis's administration faces backlash over controversial book removals at universities, drawing parallels to historical censorship and sparking political outrage.
UK study reveals schools are banning LGBTQ+ books after complaints
UK school librarians face censorship pressure from parents, with over half reporting requests to remove LGBTQ+ books.
CEO of Austin-based BookPeople 'ecstatic' over decision blocking law that restricts library books - Austin Monitor
The U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals has blocked a Texas law that restricts the availability of certain books in school libraries.
The law requires vendors to rate books based on their sexual content and references and requires parental consent for students to check out 'sexually relevant' books.
UK study reveals schools are banning LGBTQ+ books after complaints
UK school librarians face censorship pressure from parents, with over half reporting requests to remove LGBTQ+ books.
CEO of Austin-based BookPeople 'ecstatic' over decision blocking law that restricts library books - Austin Monitor
The U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals has blocked a Texas law that restricts the availability of certain books in school libraries.
The law requires vendors to rate books based on their sexual content and references and requires parental consent for students to check out 'sexually relevant' books.
New College of Florida literally trashes books on gender following Ron DeSantis's takeover of the school
The removal of LGBTQ-themed books at New College of Florida symbolizes a wider suppression of diverse voices in education under current conservative leadership.
Advocates react to Utah ban of 13 books in schools and libraries: It's a tragedy'
Library associations and free speech groups express outrage as Utah orders removal of 13 books from public school libraries, affecting students' access to award-winning literature.
Book as Enemy - The Paris Review
Literature is not reality; fiction should be evaluated separately from real-world implications such as smoking bans.
Advocates react to Utah ban of 13 books in schools and libraries: It's a tragedy'
Library associations and free speech groups express outrage as Utah orders removal of 13 books from public school libraries, affecting students' access to award-winning literature.
Book as Enemy - The Paris Review
Literature is not reality; fiction should be evaluated separately from real-world implications such as smoking bans.
More States Are Passing Book Banning Rules. Here's What They Say.
The effort to restrict access to books is a potent issue at the state and local level, impacting young people's access to certain materials and classics.
His Book Was Repeatedly Banned. Fighting For It Shaped His Life.
The tense battle over banning 'The Chocolate War' in Panama City led to arson and death threats against teachers, showcasing extreme reactions to book censorship.
Hundreds of diverse "not approved" books found trashed at elementary school
Hundreds of books featuring LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, and people of color were found in the trash outside a Staten Island elementary school.
A bill's sponsor aims to convey that LGBTQ+ issues are inappropriate, leading to books being labeled 'not approved.'
Attempts at book censorship increased significantly in 2023, with 4,240 titles targeted, marking a 65 percent rise from the previous year.
Books representing LGBTQ+ individuals and people of color accounted for 47 percent of those targeted in censorship attempts.
Texas book ban law is likely unconstitutional, appeals court rules
A federal appeals court ruled that a Texas law requiring booksellers to review books for sexual content before selling them to schools is likely unconstitutional and cannot be enforced.
The Texas law, known as the READER Act, requires vendors to rate books for sexually explicit or sexually relevant material and restricts the sale and circulation of such materials in school libraries.
Book ban attempts surge to record highs in 2023
Attempts at book censorship increased significantly in 2023, with 4,240 titles targeted, marking a 65 percent rise from the previous year.
Books representing LGBTQ+ individuals and people of color accounted for 47 percent of those targeted in censorship attempts.
Texas book ban law is likely unconstitutional, appeals court rules
A federal appeals court ruled that a Texas law requiring booksellers to review books for sexual content before selling them to schools is likely unconstitutional and cannot be enforced.
The Texas law, known as the READER Act, requires vendors to rate books for sexually explicit or sexually relevant material and restricts the sale and circulation of such materials in school libraries.
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Cast as Criminals, America's Librarians Rally to Their Own Defense
Librarians are facing increasing battles over book censorship and the control of library governance.
Last year, over 150 bills in 35 states sought to restrict access to library materials and punish library workers.
Courts now an ally in battle to stop book bans
Some parents view librarians as dangerous and attack them and the books in their libraries.
Courts are bringing common sense to the discussion and protecting librarians from these attacks.
Book 'ban' reversed in North Attleborough after community reacts
The book 'Woke: A Young Poet's Call to Justice' covers social justice activism, discrimination, empathy, and joy.
The superintendent of a North Attleborough elementary school apologized for removing the book from the library and said it will be returned.
Opinion | Children Don't Need to Be Protected From Books
The author, Mo Willems, disagrees with Meghan Cox Gurdon's characterization of his book as a polemic against right-wing book banning.
Willems states that his book was actually inspired by his disgust with left-wing cancel culture and language policing.
The Mass. teacher who had the cops called on her over 'Gender Queer' has an attorney and wants answers
A teacher in Great Barrington is calling for an independent investigation after a police officer searched her classroom for the book 'Gender Queer.'
The incident has brought the national book censorship debate to Western Mass and highlights ongoing efforts to ban LGBTQ+ literature in schools.
Iowa's Book Ban the Target of Lawsuit by Bestselling Authors and Penguin Random House
Penguin Random House files lawsuit challenging Iowa state law banning books in schools and limiting what can be taught on sexual orientation and gender identity
Governor Reynolds defends law, stating that protecting children from explicit content should not be controversial