#Literary Activism

Delaware, Connecticut Legislators Propose Anti-Book Ban Measures

Two more states propose right to read acts. Here's what they are and what you need to know about them.

They’re Dismantling Higher Education, Too: Book Censorship News, March 8, 2024

We knew public schools and libraries weren't the end game for book banners.

Llano County Public Librarian Fired for Not Banning Books Sues County, Library Commissioners

A Llano County librarian who refused to ban books at the direction of the board and county has filed a lawsuit with a firm making a name for themselves protecting libraries nationwide.

The Landmine of Common Sense Media: Book Censorship News, March 1, 2024

Common Sense Media is not a professional resourrce, even if it can be useful for professionals (& for parents!)

Bill to End Book Bans on Table in Minnesota

Minnesota proposes new legislation to curtail book bans.

Utah’s Draconian Book Banning Bill Close to Passage; An Anti-Book Ban Bill Proposed In Response

Brian King, a democrat running for governor, introduces an anti-book ban bill to counter HB 29.

ABCs of Book Banning, an Oscar-Nominated Short Documentary, Free on YouTube

The film was inspired by Grace Linn, a 100-year-old woman protesting book bans in Martin County, Florida.

What Updates Should Library Collection Policies Include?: Book Censorship News, February 23, 2024

Do your collection management policies need a refresh?

New Mexico’s Anti-Book Ban Bill Is Dead

Advocates for the bill showed up, but there is hope for next session.

Maryland Introduces Freedom to Read Act

"[N]o matter who you are, one thing is always the same in every library: you are accepted, valued, and you are never alone."