Jodi Picoult's 'Nineteen Minutes' tops PEN America of books banned in schoolsCensorship in education has surged, with over 10,000 book bans reported in the 2023-2024 academic year, impacting critical literary themes.
US public schools banned 10,000 books in most recent academic yearMassive increase in book bans in US public schools, with over 10,000 titles banned between 2023 and 2024.
Books by Jodi Picoult, John Green and Stephen King Among the Most Banned in SchoolsNineteen Minutes was banned in 98 school districts, reflecting a troubling trend in book censorship in America.
Jennifer Finney Boylan, Transgender Author & Advocate, Elected President of PEN AmericaJennifer Finney Boylan, author and queer rights activist, has been elected president of PEN America.She has vowed to fight for freedom of speech and against book bans in schools and libraries across the country.
Jodi Picoult's 'Nineteen Minutes' tops PEN America of books banned in schoolsCensorship in education has surged, with over 10,000 book bans reported in the 2023-2024 academic year, impacting critical literary themes.
US public schools banned 10,000 books in most recent academic yearMassive increase in book bans in US public schools, with over 10,000 titles banned between 2023 and 2024.
Books by Jodi Picoult, John Green and Stephen King Among the Most Banned in SchoolsNineteen Minutes was banned in 98 school districts, reflecting a troubling trend in book censorship in America.
Jennifer Finney Boylan, Transgender Author & Advocate, Elected President of PEN AmericaJennifer Finney Boylan, author and queer rights activist, has been elected president of PEN America.She has vowed to fight for freedom of speech and against book bans in schools and libraries across the country.
Suzanne Nossel, PEN America Leader, to Leave Embattled OrganizationSuzanne Nossel is leaving PEN America to lead Freedom House, following criticism over the organization's handling of recent geopolitical tensions.
PEN America report shows attacks on higher ed autonomyInsidious legislation targeting educational autonomy is increasing, replacing overt censorship efforts since 2023.
Pink will give 2,000 banned books to Florida fans, saying she's 'unwilling to stand by'Pink is partnering with PEN America and Books & Books to give away 2,000 banned books during her Florida tour.She is advocating against the banning of books, particularly those about race, racism, LGBTQ topics, and by authors of color.Pink hosted an Instagram Live with PEN America's chief executive and Amanda Gorman to discuss banned books in the U.S.
Pink to distribute banned books at Florida tour datesPink is distributing banned books on her Trustfall tour as a protest against censorship in the US.Florida is the center of the banned book epidemic, with over 40% of book bans occurring in the state.PEN America has chosen four titles, including Toni Morrison's Beloved and Amanda Gorman's The Hill We Climb, to give away with Pink's support.
Pink Pulls An In-Your-Face Move To Fight Book Bans In FloridaSinger Pink is giving away thousands of banned books at her concert stops in Florida.The books being distributed were banned at some point and address topics such as race, LGBTQ+ issues, and gender.Florida accounts for over 40% of book bans in the US.
Singer Pink will give away 2,000 banned books at Florida showsPink will give away 2,000 banned books at her shows in South Florida in partnership with PEN America.Fans attending the shows will receive a copy of books that have appeared on PEN America's Index of Banned Books.
Pink to Hand Out Thousands of Banned Books at Florida Concerts in Partnership with PEN AmericaPink will distribute banned books at her Florida concerts to take a stand against book bans.Florida has banned the most books in public school classrooms and libraries compared to other states.PEN America has sued the Escambia County School District in Florida over book bans.
Pink gave away 1,000 banned books at Miami concert. Check out photos from the giveawayPink teamed up with PEN America to give away 1,000 copies of banned books at her concert in Miami.Teachers expressed their frustration with the restrictions on reading materials in the classroom.Pink responded to critics of the giveaway, encouraging people to read banned books.
Pink will give 2,000 banned books to Florida fans, saying she's 'unwilling to stand by'Pink is partnering with PEN America and Books & Books to give away 2,000 banned books during her Florida tour.She is advocating against the banning of books, particularly those about race, racism, LGBTQ topics, and by authors of color.Pink hosted an Instagram Live with PEN America's chief executive and Amanda Gorman to discuss banned books in the U.S.
Pink to distribute banned books at Florida tour datesPink is distributing banned books on her Trustfall tour as a protest against censorship in the US.Florida is the center of the banned book epidemic, with over 40% of book bans occurring in the state.PEN America has chosen four titles, including Toni Morrison's Beloved and Amanda Gorman's The Hill We Climb, to give away with Pink's support.
Pink Pulls An In-Your-Face Move To Fight Book Bans In FloridaSinger Pink is giving away thousands of banned books at her concert stops in Florida.The books being distributed were banned at some point and address topics such as race, LGBTQ+ issues, and gender.Florida accounts for over 40% of book bans in the US.
Singer Pink will give away 2,000 banned books at Florida showsPink will give away 2,000 banned books at her shows in South Florida in partnership with PEN America.Fans attending the shows will receive a copy of books that have appeared on PEN America's Index of Banned Books.
Pink to Hand Out Thousands of Banned Books at Florida Concerts in Partnership with PEN AmericaPink will distribute banned books at her Florida concerts to take a stand against book bans.Florida has banned the most books in public school classrooms and libraries compared to other states.PEN America has sued the Escambia County School District in Florida over book bans.
Pink gave away 1,000 banned books at Miami concert. Check out photos from the giveawayPink teamed up with PEN America to give away 1,000 copies of banned books at her concert in Miami.Teachers expressed their frustration with the restrictions on reading materials in the classroom.Pink responded to critics of the giveaway, encouraging people to read banned books.
P!NK to give away banned books at upcoming Florida concertsP!NK is giving away 2,000 copies of banned books at her upcoming concerts in Florida.She has partnered with PEN America to distribute four books that are currently prohibited in schools and libraries in Florida.P!NK is taking a stand against book banning, particularly books about race, racism, LGBTQ authors, and authors of color.