#Literary Activism

Anti-Book Ban Bill Introduced in New Mexico

New Mexico legislators introduce an anti-book ban bill for their public libraries.

Trauma, Book Bans, and Libraries: A Resource Guide for Library Workers, Library Supporters, and Beyond

A resource guide to trauma in the library for library workers, including where and how book bans impact the trauma cycle.

Proposed Anti-Book Ban Bills Presented in Massachusetts

A pair of new anti-book ban bills would affirm the expertise of librarians in book challenges, make banning more difficult.

The Dictionary, Guinness World Records Among Books Banned in Escambia County, Florida

Several dictionaries, encyclopedias, Guinness World Records, and classic books have been banned in Escambia Schools.

Librarian and Anti-Censorship Activist Amanda Jones Tells Her Story

Anti-censorship advocate and school librarian, Amanda Jones, talks about her work against book bans—and her upcoming book.

Data Overwhelmingly Supports Libraries and Library Workers: Book Censorship News, January 5, 2024

The data supports the work of libraries and library workers far more than it doesn't. That, plus this week's book censorship news.

Key Parts of Iowa Book Ban Bill Cannot Be Enforced

"The confusion has led school districts and educators to err on the side of removing books out of fear of being penalized."

Partial Victory in Iowa Book Ban Lawsuit: Book Censorship News, December 29, 2023

State attorneys for Iowa clarify that the new laws do not ban LBGTQ+ books in school libraries. That, plus book censorship news this week.

Highlights and Lowlights from 2023 in Book Banning News: Book Censorship News, December 22, 2023

The highlights and lowlights of 2023 in book banning news and trends. That, plus this week's book censorship news.

Most Parents Want School Libraries for Their Children–But With Restrictions

95% of parents believe every school should have a library, but 60% also believe those libraries should have restrictions.