E-Books Can Subvert Book Bans, But Corporate Profit-Seeking Stands in the WayRecord e-book lending for libraries has led to profits for OverDrive. Book bans and removals from libraries are on the rise with 158 bills introduced in 2023.
Violent, aggressive, and personal attacks - language used to challenge books has changed dramatically, research presented at Oregon Library Association conference showsThe language used in attempts to ban library books is increasingly violent, targeting LGBTQ, racial, and political themes, leading to dehumanization.
Attempts to Ban Books Accelerated Last YearBook bans and censorship efforts are at record levels, with 4,240 titles targeted for removal in 2023.Conservative groups like Moms for Liberty and Utah Parents United are playing a role in politicizing and organizing censorship efforts.
E-Books Can Subvert Book Bans, But Corporate Profit-Seeking Stands in the WayRecord e-book lending for libraries has led to profits for OverDrive. Book bans and removals from libraries are on the rise with 158 bills introduced in 2023.
Violent, aggressive, and personal attacks - language used to challenge books has changed dramatically, research presented at Oregon Library Association conference showsThe language used in attempts to ban library books is increasingly violent, targeting LGBTQ, racial, and political themes, leading to dehumanization.
Attempts to Ban Books Accelerated Last YearBook bans and censorship efforts are at record levels, with 4,240 titles targeted for removal in 2023.Conservative groups like Moms for Liberty and Utah Parents United are playing a role in politicizing and organizing censorship efforts.
American Library Association report says book challenges soared in 2023Attempts to restrict library books are increasing, with challenges mainly focused on LGBTQ themes or race.Challenges to library books are often driven by organized groups, rather than individual concerns.