#Literary Activism

News and tools for engaging in literary activism, from ending book bans to supporting libraries and more.

Biggest Book Censorship Stories of 2025 So Far: Book Censorship News, March 28, 2025

These are the biggest book censorship stories of the year so far.

Lawsuit Filed Over LGBTQ+ Book Censorship in South Carolina’s Greenville County Public Libraries

Library patrons in Greenville, South Carolina, have sued the county over library policies restricting and banning LGBTQ+ materials.

Iowa’s Book Ban Bill Blocked Again by Federal Judge

In a victory for the freedom to read, Federal Judge has once again temporarily blocked enforcement of Iowa's statewide book banning bill.

Alabama Public Library Service Defunds Fairhope Public Library; City Council Will Not Follow Suit

Fairhope Public Library in Alabama just lost its state funding. Here's what happened, why it happened, how it fails to reflect the desires of the community, and where it mirrors other library attacks nationwide.

The Institute for Museum and Library Services Is Now a Propaganda Machine: Book Censorship News, March 21, 2025

DOGE didn't dismantle the only federal agency supporting public libraries. It was instead turned into a propaganda machine. That, plus this week's book censorship news.

Library Funding Targeted in New Trump Executive Order: What It Means & What To Do Now

What the Executive Order slashing the Institute of Museum and Library Services means, how it will impact you, and what you should do right now to stop the cuts.

Librarian Criminalization Bills Are Growing, But They’re Not New: Book Censorship News, March 14, 2025

With several bills that would criminalize librarians across the country, here's a recent history of this legislation and what it means. That, plus this week's book censorship news.

Moms For Liberty Is Shutting Down BookLooks–But Why?

BookLooks.org, Moms For Liberty's unprofessional book ratings system used to ban books nationwide, is shutting down. But there's not exactly cause to celebrate yet.

Utah Bans 17th Book from Public Schools Statewide

Utah's State Board of Education just banned its 17th book, TRICKS by Ellen Hopkins. Every public school in the state must remove it.

How to Identify Credible Sources—A Skill More Crucial Than Ever: Book Censorship News, March 7, 2025

It's not just the content of news or press releases we need to care about. We need to understand its origins matter, too. That, plus this week's book censorship news.