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Jodi Picoult's 'Nineteen Minutes' tops PEN America of books banned in schools

Censorship in education has surged, with over 10,000 book bans reported in the 2023-2024 academic year, impacting critical literary themes.

Brooklyn Book Lovers Rally Against Book Bans, Censorship

The nationwide Freedom to Read Day of Action united nearly 200 libraries in protest against book bans and censorship.

Why All 3 NYC Library Systems Are Standing Against Censorship

There has been a significant increase in book bans, with over 10,000 instances reported in the 2023-24 school year and collective actions planned against censorship.

Brooklyn's main library will give away hundreds of banned books this weekend to fight censorship

NYC libraries are uniting against book bans through events aimed at promoting the freedom to read amidst rising censorship.

Brooklyn Public Library co-hosts first-ever Day of Action against book banning

Libraries are uniting for the first coordinated Day of Action to combat book banning in the U.S. on October 19.

Jodi Picoult's 'Nineteen Minutes' tops PEN America of books banned in schools

Censorship in education has surged, with over 10,000 book bans reported in the 2023-2024 academic year, impacting critical literary themes.

Brooklyn Book Lovers Rally Against Book Bans, Censorship

The nationwide Freedom to Read Day of Action united nearly 200 libraries in protest against book bans and censorship.

Why All 3 NYC Library Systems Are Standing Against Censorship

There has been a significant increase in book bans, with over 10,000 instances reported in the 2023-24 school year and collective actions planned against censorship.

Brooklyn's main library will give away hundreds of banned books this weekend to fight censorship

NYC libraries are uniting against book bans through events aimed at promoting the freedom to read amidst rising censorship.

Brooklyn Public Library co-hosts first-ever Day of Action against book banning

Libraries are uniting for the first coordinated Day of Action to combat book banning in the U.S. on October 19.
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America's Biggest Publisher Just Hired a Lobbyist to Fight Book Banning. She's Got a Plan.

Rosalie Stewart is appointed to combat book-banning campaigns in schools and libraries, focusing on freedom-to-read legislation.

California bans anti-LGBTQ+ book bans in public libraries - LGBTQ Nation

California's new law prohibits public libraries from banning books based on their viewpoints, ensuring diverse representation and access to literature.

How Booksellers Are Taking On Book Banners

Book bans in Texas and Florida are met with legal challenges and grassroots movements to uphold the freedom to read.

America's Biggest Publisher Just Hired a Lobbyist to Fight Book Banning. She's Got a Plan.

Rosalie Stewart is appointed to combat book-banning campaigns in schools and libraries, focusing on freedom-to-read legislation.

California bans anti-LGBTQ+ book bans in public libraries - LGBTQ Nation

California's new law prohibits public libraries from banning books based on their viewpoints, ensuring diverse representation and access to literature.

How Booksellers Are Taking On Book Banners

Book bans in Texas and Florida are met with legal challenges and grassroots movements to uphold the freedom to read.
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Book ban supporters in DD2 schools get semantic in SC's largest attack on 'right to read'

A group in Summerville wants to remove over 150 books from school shelves, leading to the largest book ban attempt in South Carolina.
The ACLU emphasizes the importance of the freedom to read and challenges the ban request by concerned citizens in Dorchester District Two.

The Top 10 Book Business News Stories of 2023

The book industry faced challenges with book bans and attacks on freedom to read, leading to lawsuits in Florida, Iowa, and Texas.
There was a growing debate over the impact of AI on publishing, with the industry trying to find a balance between maximizing its benefits and minimizing disruptions.

Book ban supporters in DD2 schools get semantic in SC's largest attack on 'right to read'

A group in Summerville wants to remove over 150 books from school shelves, leading to the largest book ban attempt in South Carolina.
The ACLU emphasizes the importance of the freedom to read and challenges the ban request by concerned citizens in Dorchester District Two.

The Top 10 Book Business News Stories of 2023

The book industry faced challenges with book bans and attacks on freedom to read, leading to lawsuits in Florida, Iowa, and Texas.
There was a growing debate over the impact of AI on publishing, with the industry trying to find a balance between maximizing its benefits and minimizing disruptions.
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The Week in Libraries: January 12, 2024

There is an updated state-by-state "Legislation of Concern" tracker by EveryLibrary.
EveryLibrary is monitoring bills that threaten libraries and the freedom to read, as well as potentially positive legislative efforts.
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A New School Board President Swore In On A Stack Of Banned Books

Karen Smith, the new Central Bucks School Board President in Pennsylvania, was sworn in on a stack of banned books instead of the Bible.
She wanted to symbolize her commitment to fighting for the freedom to read and the importance of the banned books.

LeVar Burton on Book Banning, Star Trek, National Book Awards

LeVar Burton, the host of Reading Rainbow, continues to advocate for literacy and the freedom to read.
The American Library Association has documented a record number of attempts to ban books in 2022, primarily targeting diverse voices.

A New School Board President Swore In On A Stack Of Banned Books

Karen Smith, the new Central Bucks School Board President in Pennsylvania, was sworn in on a stack of banned books instead of the Bible.
She wanted to symbolize her commitment to fighting for the freedom to read and the importance of the banned books.

LeVar Burton on Book Banning, Star Trek, National Book Awards

LeVar Burton, the host of Reading Rainbow, continues to advocate for literacy and the freedom to read.
The American Library Association has documented a record number of attempts to ban books in 2022, primarily targeting diverse voices.
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