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

The Prom Musical Canceled at Hampshire High School Due to “Safety Concerns”

A classic censorship tale of revoking student rights because of poor planning for student safety by district administration.

All The Public Libraries Offering Free Access to Banned Books: A Comprehensive Guide

A comprehensive guide to the public libraries offering free access to banned books. Here's where and how.

Are Gatekeepers Giving Up The Fight Against Book Bans?: Book Censorship News, October 20, 2023

Scholastic's hands off approach to fighting book bans, all-white "best of" lists, and more proof of gatekeepers giving up. That, plus this week's book censorship news.

Upcoming Subcommittee Meeting on “Combating Graphic, Explicit Content in School Libraries”

Tune in tomorrow, October 18, to the livestream of a hearing over "explicit content in school libraries," chaired by a Moms For Liberty fan.

Student Groups Against Book Bans: Book Censorship News, September 22, 2023

Student groups pushing back against censorship and book bans. That, plus this week's book censorship news.

Schools Saw a 33% Increase in Book Bans Last Year; Average Publication Date of Most Banned Books Is 2005

Most books being banned are not new books, and public schools have seen a 33% rise in book bans over the last year, per PEN's new report.

Middle Schoolers Can’t Borrow FAHRENHEIT 451, Any YA Books, Without Parental Permission in Dripping Springs ISD

Dripping Springs Independent School District no longer allows middle schoolers access to Young Adult books without permission.

Book Fairs Will See An Increase In Censorship Attempts This Year: Book Censorship News, September 15, 2023

A right-wing book publisher has a solution to Scholastic Book Fairs: their own. That, plus this week's book censorship news.

An Editorial Cartoon Criticizing Moms For Liberty Manipulated by the Group for Gain

Moms For Liberty's cropping of a critical editorial cartoon again showcases how they manipulate and lie to people.

School Boards in California To Be Banned from Banning Books

Assembly Bill 178 is expected to be signed by Governor Newsom soon. It will end book bans by school boards across California.