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St. Charles City-County Library in Missouri to remove ‘Bang Like a Porn Star’ after 20-person waitlist clears despite being in the adult section.
Pink joins forces with PEN America to fight banned books and promote diversity by giving away books at her Florida concerts.
Scholastic backtracks after alleged exclusion of diverse books
Children’s publisher Scholastic was criticised for alleged exclusion of diverse books at book fairs in the US amid right-wing pressure.
In a recent incident that highlights the challenges libraries face in curating their collections, a children’s picture book titled “Read Me a Story, Stella” found itself at the centre of…
Banned Books Week: a catastrophic threat to intellectual freedom
In a world devoid of imagination, creativity, and a diversity of ideas, envision a society where certain books are deemed unfit for consumption. Such a bleak scenario is the essence…
My Shadow is Purple author Scott Stuart on book bans extremism
In a world where diversity and representation are valued more than ever, stories that empower and embrace differences have become crucial. Scott Stuart, a father and author, has experienced both…
Book bans: Uncle Bobby’s Wedding sequel to be released by Sarah Brannen
Award-winning author and illustrator Sarah Brannen has been at the forefront of the LGBTQ+ book ban discussion due to her groundbreaking children’s book, “Uncle Bobby’s Wedding.” Originally published in 2008,…
Florida school district ‘bans books with LGBTQ characters entirely’
Controversial ‘Don’t Say Gay’ law sparks books ban in Florida school district, raising questions about LGBTQ rights.
California book ban: state enacts sweeping legislation to end purge
California takes action against book ban censorship in the state, promoting inclusivity and diversity as Governor Newsom takes a stand.