Laura Alexander is a story lover and devotee of all things spooky, on Bookstagram @storiesandskulls. In this advocate spotlight, she shares why the freedom to read—and speaking up for it—matters deeply to her.
Advocate Spotlight: Laura Alexander – Reader, Bookstagram Influencer, and Donor Read More »
Independent bookstores are powerful community allies in the fight against book bans! The American Booksellers Association’s free “Right to Read Toolkit” equips booksellers with checklists, safety tips, and creative ideas for banned book displays and read‑ins, turning local shops into gathering places to celebrate free expression.
Partner Resource Spotlight: American Booksellers for Free Expression Read More »
Faith for Libraries, a new effort to unite faith communities and librarians to defend the sacred right to read, kicked off with a virtual gathering on November 5. From a rural librarian’s work confronting legislation that disproportionately impacts small libraries, to an academic librarian’s work rallying her faith community against
bans that target Black history and stories, the event highlighted how religious conviction can inform the fight for intellectual freedom.
In response to library book removals in the Benton School District (AR), the National Coalition Against Censorship and other state and local groups sent a cautionary letter to school board members in defense of the freedom to read.
Sara Paretsky is a trailblazing author, passionate advocate for the freedom to read, and a longtime supporter and donor to Unite Against Book Bans. In this advocate spotlight, she shares what inspires her and offers advice to those alarmed by rising censorship.
Advocate Spotlight: Author Sara Paretsky Read More »
Join Unite Against Book Bans and the Interfaith Alliance for a free webinar for faith leaders and library workers, focused on grassroots organizing to stop book bans.
Register Now: “Faith for Libraries” Webinar on Nov. 5 Read More »
In Washington, D.C., PRH’s gathering kicked off Banned Books Week, uniting authors, advocates, and policymakers in the fight to read freely.
PRH’s Save Our Stories Event Unites Advocates in Celebration and Solidarity Read More »
Book bans are no longer shocking—they’re becoming normalized. PEN America’s new report reveals how censorship in America has spread, evolved, and sparked resistance in 2025.
The State of Book Bans in 2025: Widespread and Normalized Read More »
The Michigan Library Association recently commissioned a statewide survey on library issues. Results confirmed growing statewide resistance to censorship and a significant increase in support for public libraries.
Michigan Voters Overwhelmingly Reject Book Bans in New Statewide Survey Read More »
Unite Against Book Bans is proud to partner with Public School Strong to connect Banned Books Week events with advocates nationwide. Through a new interactive calendar and map, communities can share, discover, and support local efforts to defend the freedom to read.
