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Alabama flags book because author’s name is ‘Gay’

Alabama puts 'Read Me a Story, Stella' children's book on 'watch list' because the author's last name is 'Gay'.

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 controversy at the Huntsville-Madison County Public Library (HCPL). The cause of the uproar? The author’s last name is ‘Gay,’ leading to concerns of potentially “sexually […]

Banned Books Week: a catastrophic threat to intellectual freedom

On Banned Books Week we see a black and white authoritarian style library, with a man in black walking down the aisle and burn mark across the image

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 of book banning and censorship, a practice that poses a significant threat to the freedom to read and the preservation of intellectual freedom. Banned Books […]

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 the triumphs and challenges of promoting inclusion through his children’s books. As we celebrate Banned Books Week, Stuart shared his journey with us at How […]

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, this heartwarming picture book featuring a same-sex wedding has faced numerous challenges and bans across the United States. Amid the ongoing backlash against such books, […]