PEN America warns publishers: avoid banning books over moral outrage
PEN America report delves into debates surrounding offence, harm, and banning books, while championing the Freedom to Read.
The Teachers: Robbins shows how US schools expect staff to be martyrs – review
In this review on The Teachers by Alexandra Robbins, we see how US schools denigrate educators as martyrs in society.
Prosecraft AI takes down site after being accused of using authors’ works
Prosecraft is accused of stealing copyright from authors using AI-powered writing tools with a notable writer claiming it was “gaslighting”.
Afghan women in darkness as books and education restricted
Increasing Taliban restrictions on education and access to books impact Afghan women – but some are fighting against this.
Loved Heartstopper season 2? 7 nonfiction books worth reading
If you loved Heartstopper season 2 then here are some similar nonfiction books including graphic novels to continue the journey.
‘Criminalise librarians’: judge blocks controversial law
Arkansas’ book censorship attempt sparks legal battle, as federal judge’s injunction temporarily stops law to criminalise librarians.
Greta Thunberg quits Edinburgh Book Fest: greenwashing claims
The climate activist Greta Thunberg accused Edinburgh Book Festival of greenwashing due to its ties with Baillie Gifford.
Cost of living crisis’ impact on publishing industry – authors lose out
The publishing industry is facing challenges due to the cost of living crisis – but authors seem to be bearing the brunt of it.
No Offence, But… author Gina Martin on challenging victim blaming
Gina Martin addresses harmful conversation-stoppers in her new book, “No Offence, But…,” encouraging dialogue on social justice issues.
Simon Schama on Foreign Bodies: unveiling the history of pandemics
Explore the historical perspective on pandemics in Foreign Bodies by Simon Schama. Unravelling tales of human ingenuity, and irrationality.