Banned Books

Banned Books

Learn about the recent spike in book bans in the United States and what you can do to fight censorship.

Too Bright to See cover, author Kyle Lukoff

Author Pens Letter Urging School District to Reinstate Banned Book

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Author Kyle Lukoff sent a letter this week to Escambia County (Fla.) School Board over its decision to remove his book, “Too Bright to See,” from its libraries because it features a transgender character. The letter was sent in tandem with a request from Penguin Random House and PEN America urging the district to reinstate the book and stop restricting students’ right to read.

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LeVar Burton at the White House

LeVar Burton Awarded National Humanities Medal for Work Championing Literacy

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LeVar Burton, actor, director, author, and former host of “Reading Rainbow,” was honored this week with the National Humanities Medal for his acting and literacy advocacy work in a ceremony at the White House. Seventeen distinguished humanists and two humanities organizations were recognized at the event.

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Day of Action feature graphic

Take Action for the Freedom to Read This Weekend

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It’s more important than ever to show support for local libraries and the freedom to read: Book bans and challenges in the U.S. reached an all-time high in 2023 and continue at an alarming rate. On Saturday, October 19, libraries, bookstores, readers, and partners across the U.S. will be hosting rallies and events to unite against book bans and demonstrate a shared commitment to this fundamental freedom. 

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How I Library: Beth Ferry

Celebrate Let Freedom Read Day with Beth Ferry’s ‘Roar for Reading’!

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On Let Freedom Read Day, the last day of Banned Books Week, we’re spotlighting an amazing new picture book, “Roar for Reading” by Beth Ferry, illustrated by Andrew Joyner. In this special episode of the How I Library podcast, Ferry dives into the book’s inspiration and the ongoing battle against book banning. “Roar for Reading”

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