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You’re Wrong About These Common Myths About Book Ban: Book Censorship News, March 22, 2024

You've likely seen or said many of these things about book bans, but they're not true. That, plus this week's book censorship news.

The High Cost of Ebooks Has Libraries Struggling and Seeking Legal Action

With the high cost of ebooks and limits on how often they can be checked out by patrons, librarians are seeking legal action.

The Right Way to Organize Your Bookshelves

An interior designer reveals the right way to organize bookshelves, a literary advice columnist ways on book lending etiquette, and more.

New Documentary on the Untold Story of Black Librarians

A new documentary that highlights the many contributions of Black librarians is in the works. Learn about how you can support it.

The OG Queen of Faerie Fantasy on Romantasy, BookTok and the Rise of YA

A YA writer who's been creating romantasy since way before we called it that weighs in on the trend; new book banning news; and more.

The National Book Foundation Announces Its 5 Under 35 Honorees for 2024

The National Book Foundation has announced its 5 Under 35 honorees for 2024, recognizing outstanding debut fiction by authors under 35.

An English Teacher Shoots His Shot With His Students’ Favorite Author

Your daily dose of "books are magic," Quinta Brunson's dream adaptation project, and what's the point of celebrity book clubs?

The Bestselling Books of the Week, According to All the Lists

The New York Times, Publishers Weekly, Amazon, and Indie Bestsellers all have their own bestseller lists. Here are the combined results.

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.

Here are the Finalists for the 59th Nebula Awards

The Nebula Awards recognizes the best sci-fi and fantasy writing published the previous year in the U.S. Here are this year's finalists.