Authors Against Book Bans-WA
@aabbwashington.bsky.social
The Washington regional chapter of the national Authors Against Book Bans organization, promoting the freedom to read.
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Do you care about critical thinking, empathy, and the future of our democracy?
Access to diverse books strengthens civic engagement and resists censorship that threatens democratic values.
Restricting what we can read actually weakens our society.
www.freedomtoreadproject.org/why_the_free...
Access to diverse books strengthens civic engagement and resists censorship that threatens democratic values.
Restricting what we can read actually weakens our society.
www.freedomtoreadproject.org/why_the_free...
Why the Freedom to Read Is Essential for a Healthy Democracy
Access to diverse books builds critical thinking, empathy, and civic engagement; censorship harms democracy, weakens inquiry, and silences essential voices, especially marginalized ones.
www.freedomtoreadproject.org
December 11, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Do you care about critical thinking, empathy, and the future of our democracy?
Access to diverse books strengthens civic engagement and resists censorship that threatens democratic values.
Restricting what we can read actually weakens our society.
www.freedomtoreadproject.org/why_the_free...
Access to diverse books strengthens civic engagement and resists censorship that threatens democratic values.
Restricting what we can read actually weakens our society.
www.freedomtoreadproject.org/why_the_free...
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Dust off the sparkles, the snowflakes, and the wonderfully tacky threads–Ugly Sweater Day is almost here! Get ready to bring your boldest holiday chaos.
#Christmas #FTRFGetsUgly
#Christmas #FTRFGetsUgly
December 12, 2025 at 2:18 PM
Dust off the sparkles, the snowflakes, and the wonderfully tacky threads–Ugly Sweater Day is almost here! Get ready to bring your boldest holiday chaos.
#Christmas #FTRFGetsUgly
#Christmas #FTRFGetsUgly
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Make sure to put AABB merch on your holiday list this year! You'll help support the freedom to read AND avoid getting yet another pack of tube socks.*
*Ok, we can't gurantee that 2nd part, but the 1st part is still legit & we do have some great merch.
*Ok, we can't gurantee that 2nd part, but the 1st part is still legit & we do have some great merch.
Authors Against Book Bans
Official AABB Merch. Perfect to wear while fighting book bans. Great for school board meetings, conferences, marching for our rights, and annoying THAT neighbor. (You know the one.) Show off your love...
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December 12, 2025 at 7:12 PM
Make sure to put AABB merch on your holiday list this year! You'll help support the freedom to read AND avoid getting yet another pack of tube socks.*
*Ok, we can't gurantee that 2nd part, but the 1st part is still legit & we do have some great merch.
*Ok, we can't gurantee that 2nd part, but the 1st part is still legit & we do have some great merch.
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A Federal Right to Read Act has been reintroduced by Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) and U.S. Rep Adelita Grijalva (D-AZ).
We’re thankful for this legislation.
Our freedom to read and learn should not be a state’s rights issue!
www.everylibrary.org/applaud_rein...
We’re thankful for this legislation.
Our freedom to read and learn should not be a state’s rights issue!
www.everylibrary.org/applaud_rein...
EveryLibrary Applauds Reintroduction of the Federal Right to Read Act of 2025
www.everylibrary.org
December 13, 2025 at 1:24 AM
A Federal Right to Read Act has been reintroduced by Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) and U.S. Rep Adelita Grijalva (D-AZ).
We’re thankful for this legislation.
Our freedom to read and learn should not be a state’s rights issue!
www.everylibrary.org/applaud_rein...
We’re thankful for this legislation.
Our freedom to read and learn should not be a state’s rights issue!
www.everylibrary.org/applaud_rein...
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Our Alaska chapter wrote an opinion piece ahead of Banned Books Week. www.adn.com/opinions/202...
Opinion: Banning books undercuts learning and democracy. It remains a threat everywhere, including here in Alaska.
Banned Books Week highlights how challenges undermine libraries, learning and free choice.
www.adn.com
September 26, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Our Alaska chapter wrote an opinion piece ahead of Banned Books Week. www.adn.com/opinions/202...
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I made some free printable bookmarks for you to use in any Banned Books Week displays/programs/etc you may have. They're meant to give folks *action items* to take with them beyond that single week.
buttondown.com/wellsourced/...
buttondown.com/wellsourced/...
A Free Printable Bookmark About Book Censorship
Print these free bookmarks to help engage your friends, family, and community in the fight against book bans.
buttondown.com
September 27, 2025 at 12:21 PM
I made some free printable bookmarks for you to use in any Banned Books Week displays/programs/etc you may have. They're meant to give folks *action items* to take with them beyond that single week.
buttondown.com/wellsourced/...
buttondown.com/wellsourced/...
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Proposed censorship measures in several states could deny your right to read some books in our Nation's libraries and lead to librarians facing criminal charges for the books on the shelves.
action.everylibrary.org/nationalaccess via @everylibrary.bsky.social
action.everylibrary.org/nationalaccess via @everylibrary.bsky.social
EMAIL YOUR REPS: Don't Ban Books in the United States
Proposed censorship measures in several states could deny your right to read some books in our Nation's libraries and lead to librarians facing criminal charges for the books on the shelves.
action.everylibrary.org
August 30, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Proposed censorship measures in several states could deny your right to read some books in our Nation's libraries and lead to librarians facing criminal charges for the books on the shelves.
action.everylibrary.org/nationalaccess via @everylibrary.bsky.social
action.everylibrary.org/nationalaccess via @everylibrary.bsky.social
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From the nuances of what book censorship language means to how you can build your own local anti-censorship group, catch up with these 12 previous book censorship posts.
That, plus this week's book ban and censorship news: bookriot.com/book-censors...
That, plus this week's book ban and censorship news: bookriot.com/book-censors...
12 Book Censorship Posts to Revisit: August 29, 2025
From understanding the nuances of book censorship to building on-the-ground parental advocacy groups and more.
bookriot.com
August 29, 2025 at 12:40 PM
From the nuances of what book censorship language means to how you can build your own local anti-censorship group, catch up with these 12 previous book censorship posts.
That, plus this week's book ban and censorship news: bookriot.com/book-censors...
That, plus this week's book ban and censorship news: bookriot.com/book-censors...
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Your assignment this week (once you're done enjoying the long weekend of course): Make your plans for Banned Books Week. It's October 5-11. Here are some events & actions we're recommending docs.google.com/document/u/1...
Banned Books Week October 5-11th, 2025
docs.google.com
September 1, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Your assignment this week (once you're done enjoying the long weekend of course): Make your plans for Banned Books Week. It's October 5-11. Here are some events & actions we're recommending docs.google.com/document/u/1...
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Romance books written for adults are the next target of book banners. Here's the where, why, and how.
That, plus this week's book censorship news: bookriot.com/the-next-boo...
That, plus this week's book censorship news: bookriot.com/the-next-boo...
The Next Book Ban Target? Romance: Book Censorship News, August 22, 2025
Where and how romance books will become the next targets of book banners. That, plus this week's roundup of book censorship news.
bookriot.com
August 23, 2025 at 1:05 PM
Romance books written for adults are the next target of book banners. Here's the where, why, and how.
That, plus this week's book censorship news: bookriot.com/the-next-boo...
That, plus this week's book censorship news: bookriot.com/the-next-boo...
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Where do you think the U.S. version will be?
Sign the petition against book bans at www.bookbanpetition.us
Sign the petition against book bans at www.bookbanpetition.us
August 23, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Where do you think the U.S. version will be?
Sign the petition against book bans at www.bookbanpetition.us
Sign the petition against book bans at www.bookbanpetition.us
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More profiles of students advocating for their rights to inclusive literature and education and less from parents with too much gdamn time on their hands.
charlestoncitypaper.com/2025/08/08/s...
charlestoncitypaper.com/2025/08/08/s...
Student advocate continues pushing against school book bans - Charleston City Paper
It’s not difficult to imagine Kate Selvitelli will one day be president of the United States. Just spend a few minutes with her.
charlestoncitypaper.com
August 8, 2025 at 12:27 PM
More profiles of students advocating for their rights to inclusive literature and education and less from parents with too much gdamn time on their hands.
charlestoncitypaper.com/2025/08/08/s...
charlestoncitypaper.com/2025/08/08/s...
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Fearing legal action over alleged "sexual content," 9 Florida counties have removed hundreds of books from public schools.
"You’re seeing the idea that the exploration of identity is something that should be banned," says PEN America's William Johnson www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/...
"You’re seeing the idea that the exploration of identity is something that should be banned," says PEN America's William Johnson www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/...
Florida Public Schools Remove Library Books, Fearing State Reprisal
Schools in at least nine Florida counties have removed hundreds of books from public school classrooms and libraries ahead of the 2025–2026 school year, PEN America reported, amid concerns over legal ...
www.publishersweekly.com
August 8, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Fearing legal action over alleged "sexual content," 9 Florida counties have removed hundreds of books from public schools.
"You’re seeing the idea that the exploration of identity is something that should be banned," says PEN America's William Johnson www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/...
"You’re seeing the idea that the exploration of identity is something that should be banned," says PEN America's William Johnson www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/...
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Want to help students find their voice in the fight against book bans? Here are our top tips to empower young advocates.
Remember, students should be empowered to stand WITH us, not put on the front lines alone.
Because the next generation isn’t just reading the future… they’re writing it.
Remember, students should be empowered to stand WITH us, not put on the front lines alone.
Because the next generation isn’t just reading the future… they’re writing it.
August 8, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Want to help students find their voice in the fight against book bans? Here are our top tips to empower young advocates.
Remember, students should be empowered to stand WITH us, not put on the front lines alone.
Because the next generation isn’t just reading the future… they’re writing it.
Remember, students should be empowered to stand WITH us, not put on the front lines alone.
Because the next generation isn’t just reading the future… they’re writing it.
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Why is the work we do on the ground in Florida so crucial?
PEN America’s interim Co-CEOs Summer Lopez and Clarisse Rosaz Shariyf explain how Florida emerged as "The Blueprint State" for the national book-banning movement—and why we're doubling down on Florida. pen.org/doubling-dow...
PEN America’s interim Co-CEOs Summer Lopez and Clarisse Rosaz Shariyf explain how Florida emerged as "The Blueprint State" for the national book-banning movement—and why we're doubling down on Florida. pen.org/doubling-dow...
Why PEN America is Doubling Down on Florida - PEN America
Two years ago, we partnered with a group of bestselling authors to establish a PEN America Florida office, aiming to combat censorship at its source.
pen.org
August 9, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Why is the work we do on the ground in Florida so crucial?
PEN America’s interim Co-CEOs Summer Lopez and Clarisse Rosaz Shariyf explain how Florida emerged as "The Blueprint State" for the national book-banning movement—and why we're doubling down on Florida. pen.org/doubling-dow...
PEN America’s interim Co-CEOs Summer Lopez and Clarisse Rosaz Shariyf explain how Florida emerged as "The Blueprint State" for the national book-banning movement—and why we're doubling down on Florida. pen.org/doubling-dow...
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Email your legislators to support libraries: speakupforlibraries.us
August 9, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Email your legislators to support libraries: speakupforlibraries.us
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They want to regulate what you and your family are allowed to read - www.bookbanpetition.us
August 10, 2025 at 4:02 PM
They want to regulate what you and your family are allowed to read - www.bookbanpetition.us
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Happy Monday! The bigger our crew the more we can change! If you have an author/illustrator in your life (esp if they're not on #BookSky) make sure they know about us. Share the form to join with them. Thank you!
AABB Author Sign-Up Form
Hello! We're Authors Against Book Bans, a group of authors who’ve come together to protect and promote the freedom to read on both the national and local levels. We’re creating a network of authors to...
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July 28, 2025 at 2:54 PM
Happy Monday! The bigger our crew the more we can change! If you have an author/illustrator in your life (esp if they're not on #BookSky) make sure they know about us. Share the form to join with them. Thank you!
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Has your book been banned or challenged? You’re not alone—and you can take action.
Here are some resources to get you started:
pen.org/book-bans/bo...
www.authorsagainstbookbans.com/faq/
#BookBan #FreedomToRead #AuthorsAgainstCensorship #BannedBooks #SoYourBookWasBanned #PENAmerica #StopTheBans
Here are some resources to get you started:
pen.org/book-bans/bo...
www.authorsagainstbookbans.com/faq/
#BookBan #FreedomToRead #AuthorsAgainstCensorship #BannedBooks #SoYourBookWasBanned #PENAmerica #StopTheBans
July 28, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Has your book been banned or challenged? You’re not alone—and you can take action.
Here are some resources to get you started:
pen.org/book-bans/bo...
www.authorsagainstbookbans.com/faq/
#BookBan #FreedomToRead #AuthorsAgainstCensorship #BannedBooks #SoYourBookWasBanned #PENAmerica #StopTheBans
Here are some resources to get you started:
pen.org/book-bans/bo...
www.authorsagainstbookbans.com/faq/
#BookBan #FreedomToRead #AuthorsAgainstCensorship #BannedBooks #SoYourBookWasBanned #PENAmerica #StopTheBans
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This weekend Read OUT Loud as part of a national day of action to support Queer Kids Books. Find in-person events near you or sign up to participate in an online action!
Read OUT Loud Press Release
Read OUT Loud Contact Information: Jeannie Regan (she/her) [email protected] Emily L. (they/them) [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/readoutloud4ever Release Date: July ...
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July 28, 2025 at 5:50 PM
This weekend Read OUT Loud as part of a national day of action to support Queer Kids Books. Find in-person events near you or sign up to participate in an online action!
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Like, follow, and share if you believe in the power of libraries, books and reading
July 29, 2025 at 11:21 AM
Like, follow, and share if you believe in the power of libraries, books and reading
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Want to support authors whose books have been banned? Here’s how YOU can help:
✅ Leave positive reviews
✅ Leave positive reviews
✅ Leave positive reviews 😉
Every voice matters. Every book challenged deserves defenders.
#BannedBooks #FreedomToRead #SupportAuthors
✅ Leave positive reviews
✅ Leave positive reviews
✅ Leave positive reviews 😉
Every voice matters. Every book challenged deserves defenders.
#BannedBooks #FreedomToRead #SupportAuthors
July 29, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Want to support authors whose books have been banned? Here’s how YOU can help:
✅ Leave positive reviews
✅ Leave positive reviews
✅ Leave positive reviews 😉
Every voice matters. Every book challenged deserves defenders.
#BannedBooks #FreedomToRead #SupportAuthors
✅ Leave positive reviews
✅ Leave positive reviews
✅ Leave positive reviews 😉
Every voice matters. Every book challenged deserves defenders.
#BannedBooks #FreedomToRead #SupportAuthors
Don’t forget to VOTE in the upcoming August 5th primary—just one week away! And remember, local races and propositions can have a big impact, so choose wisely. ✅
July 30, 2025 at 12:54 AM
Don’t forget to VOTE in the upcoming August 5th primary—just one week away! And remember, local races and propositions can have a big impact, so choose wisely. ✅
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Don’t let the government regulate your reading www.bookbanpetition.us
July 29, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Don’t let the government regulate your reading www.bookbanpetition.us
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Support libraries! Sign the pledge today.
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Sign the Pledge to vote for libraries and the freedom to read!
When I vote, I will consider how candidates who support libraries and the freedom to read.
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July 29, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Support libraries! Sign the pledge today.
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