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.
Controversy erupts as Texas teacher fired for using Anne Frank graphic book
The firing of a Texas teacher over Anne Frank graphic novel sparks censorship debate – controversy, curriculum approval questioned.
UK library body publishes guide in ‘opposition to censorship’
CILIP’s new library guide on intellectual freedom, supports institutions in navigating book bans and controversial topics.
School book bans: alarming rise as Florida takes lead
New report reveals a 33% spike in school book bans in the US, with Florida leading the way as this alarming trend continues.
Book czar appointed by US Education Department amid bans
New ‘book czar’ welcomed after being appointed by US Department of Education to address school book bans and censorship.
LibGen: publishers sue infamous ‘shadow library’ over pirated books
Major textbook publishers take on Library Genesis in a groundbreaking copyright battle reshaping education access.
Book bans in Senate hearing: partisan battle erupts over censorship
Fierce Senate hearing debate over book bans in the US shows Democrats and Republicans clashing on censorship in education.
Wicked writers discuss book challenges as Oz in firing line
Wicked writers Gregory Maguire and Winnie Holzman talk about recent book challenges with the Authors Guild, and the fear of fascism.
Clean Up Alabama call to jail librarians for giving LGBT books to kids
Clean Up Alabama is the latest group to raise issues regarding LGBTQ books, calling for librarians to be jailed for displaying it near kids.