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Sexual Assault Awareness Month & Book Banning: Book Censorship News, April 5, 2024

It's Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and it's worth knowing that 25% of books banned in America deal with sexual violence. That, plus this week's book censorship news.

Paperback Reader: Your Guide to Spring 2024 YA Paperback Releases

There are so many excellent paperback YA books hitting shelves this spring. Dive in and discover your next favorite book.

The Ultimate Guide to Spring 2024 YA Book Releases

This spring's 2024 YA releases have something for everyone, including compelling nonfiction, immersive fantasy, sweet romances, and so much more.

Celebrate the Right to Read with Stickers (+ Action)

We need to celebrate the right to read and put our love for books into action to protect them—and the people they represent. Check out these stickers and action steps.

24 Trailblazing Women in Comics for Women’s History Month 2024

These 24 women have left–and continue to leave—indelible marks on the comics industry. Any you'd add to the list?

DC Pride to Honor Creator of First Trans Superhero

DC Comics will honor Rachel Pollack, creator of the first trans superhero, in a new special edition. Get details and more bookish news.

8 Fabulous New LGBTQ Middle Grade Books for Readers of All Ages

What's your favorite LGBTQ middle grade book?

15 Tiny Ways to Celebrate National Reading Month

Did you know that March is National Reading Month? Check out these small but mighty ways to celebrate.

THE PERKS OF BEING A WALLFLOWER Turns 25

THE PERKS OF BEING A WALLFLOWER, a classic of both YA literature and book censor ire, turned 25 years old this month.

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

Entering the fourth year of book bans is an opportunity to once again evaluate and update library collection policies. That, plus this week's book censorship news.