In episode 13 of the “How I Library” podcast, show host and I Love Libraries editor Phil Morehart speaks with writer and journalist Raj Tawney about his new book, “All Mixed Up,” the semiautobiographical story of a multi-ethnic American boy who forges a complex friendship with a Pakistani immigrant in the wake of 9/11.
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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.
LeVar Burton Awarded National Humanities Medal for Work Championing Literacy Read More »
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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Librarians across the U.S. joined author Jodi Picoult to spread the word about book bans during the writer’s recent book tour.
Librarians Join Author Jodi Picoult to Speak Out Against Book Bans Read More »
Barack Obama posted a special message on Instagram September 24 to commemorate Banned Books Week.
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It’s Banned Books Week, when libraries, schools, bookstores, groups, and individuals around the world—including Banned Books Week Honorary Chair filmmaker Ava DuVernay—call attention to censorship and ways to fight it. Here’s how you can get involved.
It’s Banned Books Week! Help Protect the Freedom to Read Read More »
The horror maestro had a three-word response after finding out Florida banned 23 of his books from school libraries.
Stephen King Reacts to Florida Banning 23 of His Books Read More »
Libraries and schools across the country are experiencing unprecedented levels of attempts to ban or remove books from their shelves. I Love Libraries will continue to raise awareness by highlighting attempts to censor library materials, as well as efforts by librarians, parents, students, and concerned citizens to push back against them. This report includes news from Wisconsin, Iowa, and Nebraska, as well as info on a lawsuit brought by major publishers against the state of Florida over book bans.
U.S. Book Challenges Update: August 30 Edition Read More »
Libraries and schools across the country are experiencing unprecedented levels of attempts to ban or remove books from their shelves. I Love Libraries will continue to raise awareness by highlighting attempts to censor library materials, as well as efforts by librarians, parents, students, and concerned citizens to push back against them. This report includes news from California, Colorado, and Florida, as well as an association’s efforts to fight book bans.
U.S. Book Challenges Update: August 23 Edition Read More »
Our latest report on book bans happening in the U.S. and efforts to combat them includes news from Utah, which recently banned 13 books from school libraries across the state.
U.S. Book Challenges Update: August 9 Edition Read More »
