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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.

Why Ban Books When You Can Ban Book Awards?: Suburban Illinois District Cancels Caudill Awards

In suburban Wadsworth, Illinois, a right-wing board banned a state-wide, student-driven book award program.

State Anti-Book Ban Legislation Updates: Book Censorship News, March 15, 2024

For a few parents in Floyd County, Virginia, a talking tree was enough to get them to successfully demand banning a "One Book" program.

Librarians Lock Autauga-Prattville Public Library in Protest After Director Fired by Board

Library workers locked the public library in protest of the director being fired, and they have been fired as well.

Delaware, Connecticut Legislators Propose Anti-Book Ban Measures

Two more states propose right to read acts. Here's what they are and what you need to know about them.

They’re Dismantling Higher Education, Too: Book Censorship News, March 8, 2024

We knew public schools and libraries weren't the end game for book banners.

Llano County Public Librarian Fired for Not Banning Books Sues County, Library Commissioners

A Llano County librarian who refused to ban books at the direction of the board and county has filed a lawsuit with a firm making a name for themselves protecting libraries nationwide.

The Landmine of Common Sense Media: Book Censorship News, March 1, 2024

Common Sense Media is not a professional resourrce, even if it can be useful for professionals (& for parents!)

Bill to End Book Bans on Table in Minnesota

Minnesota proposes new legislation to curtail book bans.

Utah’s Draconian Book Banning Bill Close to Passage; An Anti-Book Ban Bill Proposed In Response

Brian King, a democrat running for governor, introduces an anti-book ban bill to counter HB 29.