Banned Books

As the leaves turn and the air grows crisp, October brings with it a fresh wave of literary excitement. This month is packed with thrilling new releases across...

Banned Books Week 2025 will take place from October 5-11, 2025, with the theme “Censorship Is So 1984. Read for Your Rights.” This theme draws inspiration from George...

Here are 25 quotes from dystopian novels about the future and technology, each with a little reflection on why they still matter (and, honestly, why I keep thinking...

In his new book, The CIA Book: The Secret Mission to Win the Cold War with Forbidden Literature, Charlie English explores the program to smuggle millions of books.

Book banning has increasingly affected the landscape of literature. As society grapples with diverse perspectives and the right to free expression, the question arises: Who challenges books, and...

The U.S. Department of Education (DOE) has made waves in education and literary circles. Its recent actions could affect book access in schools and libraries nationwide. Let's dive...

In a twist worthy of a bestseller, the Louisiana Supreme Court has revived librarian Amanda Jones's defamation suit. Grab your reading glasses and settle in, bookworms, because this...

Introduction: The Power of a Bestseller In the fast-changing world of literature, a new bestseller is like a seismic event. It shakes the publishing industry and captivates readers...

Introduction to Book Banning and Censorship We must fight book bans and censorship in a time of constant threats to ideas. They are vital to preserving intellectual freedom....

The Shocking Statistics The non-profit PEN America has made a startling revelation. In the 2023-2024 school year, more than 10,000 books were banned from U.S. public school libraries...