Missouri Republican candidate burns LGBTQ books in video

Missouri candidate’s campaign video of burning LGBTQ books sparks outrage and debate on censorship and rights.
PEN America event disrupted by WAWOG protest over Mayim Bialik

PEN America event disrupted by WAWOG protest over Israeli actions in Gaza and Mayim Bialik’s appearance, sparking debate on protest rights.
New report released on major destruction of Gaza libraries

Report highlights destruction of the cultural heritage including libraries in Gaza by Israeli forces, calling for preservation.
Yang Hengjun: Australian writer sentenced to death in China

Australian Yang Hengjun sentenced to death in China as Australia advocates for justice, fairness, and his release.
Valentines4Palestine: bookshops support Palestinian writers for Valentine’s Day

Supporting Palestinian writers through the Valentines4Palestine campaign at UK bookshops, aiming to raise funds for the PEN Emergency Fund.
Spotify audiobooks ‘reshape market’ with huge growth

Spotify reportedly grows audiobooks market, offering vast titles and significant growth in US, UK, and Australia.
EU AI legislation receives praise from publishers

EU passes AI Act to regulate technology ethically and protect copyrights, as publishers praise move to Foster innovation.
WIP leaders resign after Hugo Awards censorship controversy

Leaders of Worldcon Intellectual Property (WIP) resign amid Hugo Awards censorship controversy, sparking major changes.
Why Google Doodle is celebrating James Baldwin – best books by writer

Google Doodle celebrates James Baldwin’s centenary, honouring his legacy in literature and civil rights for US Black History Month.
N. Scott Momaday books: top reads by pioneering author

Recommended books by Pulitzer Prize-winning author N. Scott Momaday, the pioneer of Native American literature with ‘House Made of Dawn.’