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TX FReadom Fighters @freadomfighters.bsky.social · 17h

If you are facing a local library First Amendment issue, @everylibrary.bsky.social offers an easy to create campaign on www.fightforthefirst.org

Fight For The First: The tools you need to fight against book bans.

Campaigns on Fight for the First will allow you to take action against book bans in your community and gain direct support from EveryLibrary.

www.fightforthefirst.org

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TX FReadom Fighters @freadomfighters.bsky.social · 17h

We can see from losses in recent school board elections around Texas and the number of local groups fighting censorship documented by @penamerica.bsky.social that Americans are tired of library censorship battles and are pushing back.

What can you do? Join @uabookbans.bsky.social to start!

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TX FReadom Fighters @freadomfighters.bsky.social · 17h

Celebrating that Tx Leander ISD has returned "most" of the classroom books that were "paused" for review. Reminder -SB12 does not require removing instructional materials; also A.I. is NOT a good tool for vetting - but your local librarian IS and can share reviews. www.kvue.com/article/news...

Leander ISD returns dozens of books to classrooms after review of compliance with new state law

The district said it reinstated 36 of the 40 books it pulled from classrooms with "revisions to curriculum materials."

www.kvue.com

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EveryLibrary @everylibrary.bsky.social · 19h

Here’s why parents should individually decide what their own children can read instead of making that choice for your children.

We Shouldn’t Have the Right to Choose What Other People’s Children Read

Here’s why parents should individually decide what their children read instead of making that choice for everyone.

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TX FReadom Fighters @freadomfighters.bsky.social · 2d

We are committed to standing up for the freedom to read alongside these dedicated partners. @penamerica.bsky.social @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social @everylibrary.bsky.social @ncacensorship.bsky.social @authorsabb.bsky.social @uabookbans.bsky.social act.pen.org/a/standing-t...

I Stand with PEN America Against Book Bans and Censorship

We must all fight against the forces that are attacking our fundamental freedoms – including our freedom to read.

act.pen.org

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Joelle Charbonneau @joellecharbonneau.bsky.social · 3d

In case you missed this Banned Books Week edition of BANNED! CRT Completely Ridiculous Theater--where I talk facts and figures about the books getting banned in the US.

#edusky #booksky #factsmatter @freadomfighters.bsky.social @velshi.com #library #education #FreedomToRead #writersky

Joelle Charbonneau @joellecharbonneau.bsky.social · 4d

In honor of BANNED BOOK WEEK, here's a new BANNED! with facts & figures about the rise of book bans in the US and what I believe pushed this book ban frenzy.

Shout out to @penamerica.bsky.social for their work tracking these bans.

#booksky @flfreedomread.bsky.social #writersky #banned #books

BANNED! CRT: Completely Ridiculous Theater

YouTube video by Joelle Charbonneau

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Unite Against Book Bans @uabookbans.bsky.social · 5d

We’re glad RM is part of the freedom to read #ARMY! 💜

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Viennese @viennese7.bsky.social · 5d

For those who don’t know him yet, this beautifully written article is a great way to learn more about RM! 💜

elle.in/life-culture...

BTS' Namjoon At 31: The Poet Who Redefined What It Means To Be An Idol

At 31, the rapper, songwriter, leader, and thinker stands as proof that artistry is not about spectacle alone, it’s about sincerity, depth, and the courage to evolve in public. Trending | Life + Cultu...

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That Librarian: Amanda Jones @librarianjones.com · 5d

Take at least ONE action to help defend books from censorship and speak up for those who make them available. Find resources/tools + actions you can take in just 5 mins: uniteagainstbookbans.org/let-freedom-read-day #BannedBooksWeek #UniteAgainstBookBans @la-cac.org @aaslala.bsky.social

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TX FReadom Fighters @freadomfighters.bsky.social · 5d

Yes, that is RM of Korean K-pop group #BTS wearing a Read Banned Books hat on his livestream today. Reading is global! @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social @uabookbans.bsky.social @authorsabb.bsky.social @penamerica.bsky.social @everylibrary.bsky.social

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TX FReadom Fighters @freadomfighters.bsky.social · 7d

As @thelibrariansfilm.bsky.social starts its theatrical debut today in NYC and next week in LA, know that we at FReadom Fighters are still working in front of and behind the scenes to protect student right to read! 📚🔥

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Becky Calzada @becalzada.bsky.social · 7d

Thank you People Magazine for highlighting censorship impacts on readers and spotlighting @thelibrariansfilm.bsky.social

people.com/black-studen...

Black Student Says Having More Diverse Books Would've Made Her Feel 'More Comfortable' in Predominately White School

The new documentary 'The Librarians' exposes coordinated movements to fuel book bans, the criminalization of librarians and just how it affects youths nationwide.

people.com

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TX FReadom Fighters @freadomfighters.bsky.social · 7d

Proud to say that our work was also recognized by @peoplemag.bsky.social two years ago, and we are still fighting! people.com/books/meet-t...

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TX FReadom Fighters @freadomfighters.bsky.social · 7d

People Magazine's review of our @thelibrariansfilm.bsky.social highlights the students impacted by the film very well. The Librarians Film opens theatrically in NYC today! Thanks @peoplemag.bsky.social people.com/black-studen...

Black Student Says Having More Diverse Books Would've Made Her Feel 'More Comfortable' in Predominately White School

The new documentary 'The Librarians' exposes coordinated movements to fuel book bans, the criminalization of librarians and just how it affects youths nationwide.

people.com

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TX FReadom Fighters @freadomfighters.bsky.social · 7d

We are proud to stand for the #FReadom to read alongside library advocates across the country this Banned Books Week. Our statement reminds us of the value books play in telling the true story of our lives. @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social @penamerica.bsky.social @txfreedomread.bsky.social

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TX FReadom Fighters @freadomfighters.bsky.social · 7d

TX FReadom Fighters @freadomfighters.bsky.social · 11d

If you haven't already purchased the book Chains, it's not too late to grab a copy and join us for the Right to Read Night on October 5th!!

Texas Freedom to Read Project @txfreedomread.bsky.social · 23d

Join @txfreedomread.bsky.social and @freadomfighters.bsky.social on October 5 for a discussion of Chains by @halseanderson.bsky.social as we kick off Banned Books Week with a Right to Read Night!

Register here:

us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

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Swara A.S. ☀️🍉🌊🧿 @spiderswarz.bsky.social · 7d

@pbs.org has been making decisions recently, such as rebooting #ReadingRainbow with the WONDERFUL Mychal Threets, that make it even more worthy of your support.

Please donate monthly to your local station if you can. www.pbs.org/about/about-...

Support PBS

Support PBS by giving to the PBS Foundation or by donating to your local station.

www.pbs.org

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EveryLibrary @everylibrary.bsky.social · 8d

A new report reveals that there have been nearly 23,000 school book bans over the past four years — and it's becoming normalized.

A Disturbing Trend Has Taken Hold In Red States: ‘The Result Is Unprecedented’

A new report reveals that there have been nearly 23,000 school book bans over the past four years — and it's becoming normalized.

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PEN America @penamerica.bsky.social · 8d

A new report PEN America report reveals increasing “normalization” of book bans in the United States

“This isn't something that's happening in just one pocket of our country,” actress and author @hilariebmorgan.bsky.social tells PEOPLE. “This is a wide sweeping problem.” people.com/hilarie-burt...

Hilarie Burton Says ‘Small Acts of Resistance’ Can Help Combat 'Increasingly Routine' Book Bans (Exclusive)

On Oct. 1, PEN America published their annual report on book banning and censorship in the U.S. for the 2024-2025 school year. Actress and author Hilarie Burton, who is working with PEN America during...

people.com

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PEN America @penamerica.bsky.social · 8d

"As book bans continue to spread at an unprecedented pace — according to PEN America’s latest report — the writers group is urging the public to speak out to defend the freedom to read at public events nationwide during #BannedBooksWeek and beyond..." pen.org/press-releas...

Speak Out Against Censorship and Speak Up for the Banned Authors that Inspire You During Banned Books Week Oct. 5-11

As book bans continue to spread at an unprecedented pace– according to PEN America’s latest report—the writers group is urging the public to speak out to defend the freedom to read at public events na...

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TX FReadom Fighters @freadomfighters.bsky.social · 11d

If you haven't already purchased the book Chains, it's not too late to grab a copy and join us for the Right to Read Night on October 5th!!

Texas Freedom to Read Project @txfreedomread.bsky.social · 23d

Join @txfreedomread.bsky.social and @freadomfighters.bsky.social on October 5 for a discussion of Chains by @halseanderson.bsky.social as we kick off Banned Books Week with a Right to Read Night!

Register here:

us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Right to Read Night invite to discuss Chains by Laurie Halse Anderson. October 5. 7pm. On Zoom.

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TX FReadom Fighters @freadomfighters.bsky.social · 9d

More context for this case in Peter Parnell's column in the Atlantic www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archiv...

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TX FReadom Fighters @freadomfighters.bsky.social · 9d

Starting Sunday, check out all the webinars and programs with authors, booksellers, etc. from @everylibrary.bsky.social
in honor of Banned Books Week and in support of the freedom to read. Listen in!⬇️. www.everylibrary.org/everylibrary...

EveryLibrary Live! Banned Books 2025 Calendar

Join EveryLibrary Live! for Banned Books Week Fest 2025, a free online celebration featuring 25+ authors, editors, and advocates in bold conversations about storytelling, censorship, and the freedom t...

www.everylibrary.org

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TX FReadom Fighters @freadomfighters.bsky.social · 9d

The troubling impact of book bans continues as documented by @penamerica.bsky.social 's new report. But good news, more groups are fighting back! Check it out here! @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social pen.org/report/the-n...

The Normalization of Book Banning

This report offers a window into the complex and extensive climate of censorship between July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025.

pen.org

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TX FReadom Fighters @freadomfighters.bsky.social · 10d

Check out bannedbooksweek.org calendar to find events online or near you!

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