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Opinion: Banning books undercuts learning and democracy. It remains a threat everywhere, including here in Alaska. Banned Books Week highlights how challenges undermine libraries, learning and free choice.

Our Alaska chapter wrote an opinion piece ahead of Banned Books Week. www.adn.com/opinions/202...

A Free Printable Bookmark About Book Censorship Print these free bookmarks to help engage your friends, family, and community in the fight against book bans.

I made some free printable bookmarks for you to use in any Banned Books Week displays/programs/etc you may have. They're meant to give folks *action items* to take with them beyond that single week.

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EMAIL YOUR REPS: Don't Ban Books in the United States Proposed censorship measures in several states could deny your right to read some books in our Nation's libraries and lead to librarians facing criminal charges for the books on the shelves.

Proposed censorship measures in several states could deny your right to read some books in our Nation's libraries and lead to librarians facing criminal charges for the books on the shelves.

action.everylibrary.org/nationalaccess via @everylibrary.bsky.social‬

12 Book Censorship Posts to Revisit: August 29, 2025 From understanding the nuances of book censorship to building on-the-ground parental advocacy groups and more.

From the nuances of what book censorship language means to how you can build your own local anti-censorship group, catch up with these 12 previous book censorship posts.

That, plus this week's book ban and censorship news: bookriot.com/book-censors...

Your assignment this week (once you're done enjoying the long weekend of course): Make your plans for Banned Books Week. It's October 5-11. Here are some events & actions we're recommending docs.google.com/document/u/1...

The Next Book Ban Target? Romance: Book Censorship News, August 22, 2025 Where and how romance books will become the next targets of book banners. That, plus this week's roundup of book censorship news.

Romance books written for adults are the next target of book banners. Here's the where, why, and how.

That, plus this week's book censorship news: bookriot.com/the-next-boo...

Where do you think the U.S. version will be?

Sign the petition against book bans at www.bookbanpetition.us

Student advocate continues pushing against school book bans - Charleston City Paper It’s not difficult to imagine Kate Selvitelli will one day be president of the United States. Just spend a few minutes with her.

More profiles of students advocating for their rights to inclusive literature and education and less from parents with too much gdamn time on their hands.

charlestoncitypaper.com/2025/08/08/s...

Florida Public Schools Remove Library Books, Fearing State Reprisal Schools in at least nine Florida counties have removed hundreds of books from public school classrooms and libraries ahead of the 2025–2026 school year, PEN America reported, amid concerns over legal ...

Fearing legal action over alleged "sexual content," 9 Florida counties have removed hundreds of books from public schools.

"You’re seeing the idea that the exploration of identity is something that should be banned," says PEN America's William Johnson www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/...

Empowering students to fight book bans: 1. Start with the stories. 2. Create safe spaces. 3. Amplify their voices. 4. Teach the tools of advocacy. 5. Connect them with allies.

Want to help students find their voice in the fight against book bans? Here are our top tips to empower young advocates.

Remember, students should be empowered to stand WITH us, not put on the front lines alone.

Because the next generation isn’t just reading the future… they’re writing it.

Why PEN America is Doubling Down on Florida - PEN America Two years ago, we partnered with a group of bestselling authors to establish a PEN America Florida office, aiming to combat censorship at its source.

Why is the work we do on the ground in Florida so crucial?

PEN America’s interim Co-CEOs Summer Lopez and Clarisse Rosaz Shariyf explain how Florida emerged as "The Blueprint State" for the national book-banning movement—and why we're doubling down on Florida. pen.org/doubling-dow...

Email your legislators to support libraries: speakupforlibraries.us

They want to regulate what you and your family are allowed to read - www.bookbanpetition.us

AABB Author Sign-Up Form Hello! We're Authors Against Book Bans, a group of authors who’ve come together to protect and promote the freedom to read on both the national and local levels. We’re creating a network of authors to...

Happy Monday! The bigger our crew the more we can change! If you have an author/illustrator in your life (esp if they're not on #BookSky) make sure they know about us. Share the form to join with them. Thank you!

Five tips for fighting back if your book is banned: 1. Speak out and use your voice. 2. Share your story online. 3. Utilize resources from PEN America and Authors Against Book Bans. 4. Connect with organizations fighting book bans. 5. Offer to do speaking events.

Has your book been banned or challenged? You’re not alone—and you can take action.

Here are some resources to get you started:

pen.org/book-bans/bo...

www.authorsagainstbookbans.com/faq/

#BookBan #FreedomToRead #AuthorsAgainstCensorship #BannedBooks #SoYourBookWasBanned #PENAmerica #StopTheBans

Read OUT Loud Press Release Read OUT Loud Contact Information: Jeannie Regan (she/her) jeannieregan.mail@gmail.com Emily L. (they/them) sorryimallbooked88@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/readoutloud4ever Release Date: July ...

This weekend Read OUT Loud as part of a national day of action to support Queer Kids Books. Find in-person events near you or sign up to participate in an online action!

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Ways to support banned authors: buy their books, request them at the library, post about them on social media, sign up for their newsletter, invite them to speak in person or virtually

Want to support authors whose books have been banned? Here’s how YOU can help:

✅ Leave positive reviews
✅ Leave positive reviews
✅ Leave positive reviews 😉

Every voice matters. Every book challenged deserves defenders.

#BannedBooks #FreedomToRead #SupportAuthors

Don’t forget to VOTE in the upcoming August 5th primary—just one week away! And remember, local races and propositions can have a big impact, so choose wisely. ✅

Don’t let the government regulate your reading www.bookbanpetition.us

Sign the Pledge to vote for libraries and the freedom to read! When I vote, I will consider how candidates who support libraries and the freedom to read.

Support libraries! Sign the pledge today.
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Action Toolkit - Unite Against Book Bans How can you and your community unite against book bans? We've put together this action toolkit to help you get started.

No community is immune from censorship. That's why we ALL must #UniteAgainstBookBans. You have the tools to make a difference.

Need a plan to take action? Use our toolkit to organize your community: uniteagainstbookbans.org/toolkit/

Consider looking up your local @authorsabb.bsky.social chapter, I know mine has done a lot of work helping libraries and schools fight back against people trying to get rid of books that mention queer people exist.

Debunking the Myths: Responding to the Most Common Arguments for Book Censorship Book censorship arguments often disguise efforts to erase diverse voices. Responding with facts, empathy, and First Amendment values helps protect everyone’s right to read.

Ever heard someone say “We’re just protecting kids” or “There are plenty of other books”? These are the myths driving book bans.

We break down the most common arguments for censorship and give you the facts and responses to push back with confidence:

www.freedomtoreadproject.org/debunking_th...

Take action against book bans in the United States at www.bookbanpetition.us

They Want Self-Hate, But They Can't Get It Book bans aim to create a cycle of self-hate and shame in creators. It won't work for me.

Book banners want us to hate ourselves.

They can't get that.

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12 Book Censorship Posts to Revisit: Book Censorship News, June 20, 2025 From teens leading in the work against book censorship to a necessary docuseries exposing Christian fundamentalism, catch up on these previous literary activism posts.

From courageous teens taking a stand to exposés challenging censorship on multiple fronts, this article is essential reading for anyone who cares about intellectual freedom and the books we all deserve access to.
bookriot.com/12-book-cens...

#FightBookBans #ReadFreeReadFierce

No country has ever increased freedom and liberty by banning books - www.bookbanpetition.us

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Don’t let the government regulate your reading www.bookbanpetition.us