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Publishing Professionals Against Book Bans
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We are a coalition of industry professionals united against the unconstitutional movement to limit the freedom to read. We support the availability of diverse voices on shelves across the country.

Learn more at www.ppabb.org
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Let books be.

Today kicks off #BannedBooksWeek, an annual observation started more than 40 years ago in response to a sudden surge in attempts to censor or remove books in libraries, schools, and bookstores. Sound familiar?

Find ways to get involved and spread the word: https://bit.ly/4yvixbB.
LET BOOKS BE. Various line drawings related to libraries and books, including a hand holding a sign made of an open book that reads "Freed for ALL to Read," a tote bag that reads "Totes Resist" carrying a book, a full book cart with the head and tale of a horse with text that reads "A Wild Ride," and a closeup of two feet standing on a stack of books that say "A Soap Box" on their spines. Text at bottom reads "Protect the freedom to read. Banned Books Week, October 4-10, 2026." American Library Association. ala.org/bbooks
October 4, 2026 at 4:40 PM
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heykellyjensen.bsky.social
“Weed On Purpose, Not Only After a Fight”:

Florida's Commissioner of Education–newly appointed by the governor in June–is demanding all public schools begin proactively banning books or face punishment from the state.

bookriot.com/florida-educ...
"Weed On Purpose, Not Only After a Fight": Florida Official Demands More School Book Bans
Florida's Commissioner of Education is demanding all public and charter schools in the state proactively ban books–or face punishment.
bookriot.com
September 24, 2026 at 1:25 PM
pubprosabb.bsky.social
There’s still time to register for the live panel discussion we are hosting on 9/22 at 3pm ET.

Panelists include @brooklinebooksmith.bsky.social event director Meaghan O’Brien alongside Philomena Polefrone and beck Haberstroh of @penamerica.bsky.social

Register for free at PPABB.org/news-events
September 21, 2026 at 11:27 AM
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Join us September 24th at 2pm ET/11am PT for SHOW UP, SPEAK UP!: Vote for the Freedom to Read - a virtual variety show featuring a star-studded lineup of freedom to read champions celebrating books, authors, and readers.

Sign up for free at:
tinyurl.com/ShowUpSpeakUp
September 16, 2026 at 1:09 PM
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The film won an Emmy but the fight is ongoing, as @freedomreadproject.bsky.social so aptly points out in this excellent piece. www.freedomtoreadproject.org/the_libraria...
The Librarians Won an Emmy. The Fight It Documents Is Far From Over.
The Librarians won an Emmy, but escalating censorship and attacks on libraries show the fight for intellectual freedom continues nationwide.
www.freedomtoreadproject.org
September 10, 2026 at 3:32 PM
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The Texas Lt. Governor Threatens Public School Librarians and Educators: “We’re Coming for the Books."

He claims the state has a list of 2,200 books every public school needs to remove or face consequences.

That list is one by conservative "activist" Bonnie Wallace.

bookriot.com/dan-patrick-...
Texas Lt. Governor Threatens Public School Librarians and Educators: "We're Coming for the Books"
Texas's Lieutenant Governor threatens public school librarians and educators over books in their schools.
bookriot.com
August 20, 2026 at 1:53 PM
pubprosabb.bsky.social
We spoke with @authorsabb.bsky.social member @curiosityjones.bsky.social about her experience with #BookChallenges and bans including her title that was pulled for review in Duval County, FL, Unusual Chickens for the Exceptional Poultry Farmer.

"Don't let books just disappear." K. Jones
An image of author Kelly Jones alongside her title Unusual Chickens for the Exceptional Poultry Farmer. Title says Authors Against Book Bans speak out. A logo for Publishing Professionals Against Book Bans sits at the bottom. PPABB Question: What's your experience with being banned? K.Jones Answer: Unusual Chickens is a funny book about taking care of chickens that have super powers. It was pulled for review from Duval County Public Schools in Florida in 2022 in response to newly-passed legislation, along with the entire Essential Voices collection that had been purchased to help boost literacy. (Nearly 70% of the students in that district are of color.) There was no challenge from a parent or from the community. PPABB Question: What do you want publishing professionals to know about your experience? K. Jones Answer: This was one example of the enormous effect that legislation can have on what readers can access. Even the idea that books might fall under this legislation triggered a massive soft-ban. With that as our landscape, none of us can ignore potential legislation that could take away our freedom to read...I think it's helpful for authors and illustrators to be aware of soft censorship and how to identify it, and for the professionals they work with to be clear that soft-bans are a pattern of attack and not an isolated incident. PPABB Question: What do you wish readers in general knew about book bans? K. Jones Answer: It's really important to look for books and topics that you feel should be on the shelves, and if they're not there, to ask why. If they're popular and checked out to readers, great! If they're hidden in an office or in a section that's not appropriate for their audience, or if they've been stolen by someone with an agenda, that's a soft-ban. Don't let books just disappear.
August 20, 2026 at 7:19 PM
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#PPABB is thrilled to announce the formation of our new Board of Officers! This dedicated group will help guide our full leadership team as we continue defending the #FreedomToRead

-President: Kate Testerman
-Secretary: Billie Kane Bono
-Treasurer: Jim McCarthy
August 13, 2026 at 6:08 PM
pubprosabb.bsky.social
The conversation around Arkansas #Act372 is far from over. Recent developments have sparked important questions about the rights of our librarians & booksellers and access to literary materials.

Now is the time to:
-Stay informed
-Support your local libraries
-Contact your elected officials
August 12, 2026 at 9:46 PM
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⚠️ Federal Book Banning Bills—both old and new—are advancing through the House and Senate, and your action is needed more than ever.

Wondering what H.R. 7661, S.4925, and Arkansas Act 372 are? We have some basic primers for you to learn more about these dangerous proposed bills and law amendments.
Red graphic with a bright red “alert” symbol at the top. The graphic is titled, “Federal Book Banning Bills are Advancing: Learn about H.R. 7661, S.4925, and Arkansas Act 372.” The logo for We Need Diverse Books is at the bottom of the graphic.
August 11, 2026 at 2:30 PM
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freedomreadproject.bsky.social
The freedom to read starts with the freedom to think. When governments restrict ideas or limit access to information, those decisions rarely stop there. Protecting the freedom to read protects everyone's right to question, learn, and think for themselves. #FreedomToRead
Once a government is committed to the principle of silencing the voice of opposition, it has only one way to go, and that is down the path of increasingly repressive measures, until it becomes a source of terror to all its citizens and creates a country where everyone lives in fear. -Harry S. Truman
August 10, 2026 at 1:20 PM
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pubprosabb We stand in complete opposition to #s4925

This is the latest in a flood of bills and resolutions aimed at defunding schools, undermining parents and educators, & targeting LGBTQ+ youth.
Let your Senators know that you oppose the passing of S 4925 & H.R. 2616

#fightbookbans
July 28, 2026 at 5:51 PM
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As critic and journalist Ron Charles writes, the book banning legislation under consideration in Congress is dangerous and fundamentally flawed. More: https://roncharles.substack.com/p/the-book-banning-bill-that-wont-die

Tell the Senate to reject censorship: https://action.ala.org/campaign/S4925/
The Book Banning Bill That Won’t Die
What looked like political theater is becoming a genuine threat to the freedom to read.
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July 25, 2026 at 8:36 PM
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#Manga #Comics #Censorship
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Sharing this vid by @lauraneuzeth.bsky.social because the fight against book bans is here, its been here, and we ALL need to stand up!

Fight H.R.7661 and Fight S.4925!

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Censorship and book bans are dangerous!
YouTube video by Laura Neuzeth
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July 18, 2026 at 3:52 AM
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Since 2021, alarming numbers of books with LGBTQ+ representation have been removed from schools and libraries. This Pride, join us in celebrating, reading, and sharing LBGTQ+ literature.

See our full #PrideMonth banned-book reading list at: bookshop.org/lists/2026-p...

#pride #bannedbooks
2026 Pride Month: A Banned Books Reading List
Since 2021, alarming numbers of books with LGBTQ+ representation have been removed from schools and libraries.
bookshop.org
June 18, 2026 at 2:32 PM
pubprosabb.bsky.social
Literacy and learning thrive when information and stories can be shared freely. We urge lawmakers to reject this legislation that directly threatens the principles of intellectual freedom and our First Amendment rights.

#VoteNOonHR7661 #VoteNOonHR8705 #VoteNOonHR2616
Graphic stating “There are three censorship bills in the House and Senate that pose a direct danger to the freedom to read” accompanied by a danger symbol. The Bad: HR 7661 aka the Stop the Sexualization of Children Act. Point one: uses broad and vague language that doesn’t clearly define the terms sexually oriented materials. Point two: explicitly includes gender dysphoria and “transgenderism” targeting LGBTQ+ stories. Point three: expands government control over education and undermines the 1st amendment The Worse: HR 8705 aka the CHARLIE Act. Point one: limits teachers from discussing topics like gender identity, racial history, and social justice. Point two: vague and politically charged, this bill reeks of radical indoctrination. Point three: potential to weaponize federal education funding and limit teacher discretion. Point four: named after Charlie Kirk. The Downright Ugly: HR 2616 aka “PROTECT Kids Act”. Point one: will force teachers to out LGBTQ+ students. Point two: contains no safe harbor language for at-risk students in potentially abusive households. Point three: restricts educational freedom and safe expression.
June 2, 2026 at 7:52 PM
pubprosabb.bsky.social
This is a great resource to help stay up-to-date with where your state reps stand when it comes to these bills circulating in the House and Senate!
authorsabb.bsky.social Authors Against Book Bans @authorsabb.bsky.social · Jun 2
Are you making candidate scorecards to help educate the voters in your district? If so, AWESOME! Here are the Representatives in the House who voted in favor of the deeply transphobic HR2616. Make sure everyone in your community knows how your Rep voted.
www.govtrack.us
June 2, 2026 at 6:32 PM
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Today is election day in California, Iowa, New Mexico, Montana, South Dakota, and New Jersey! Want to keep up with the coverage? Follow these politics reporters and elections experts for the very latest
June 2, 2026 at 2:39 PM
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“While it is unfortunate that the Eighth Circuit declined to consider renewing the injunction, the case is far from over,” - Dan Novack, PRH associate general counsel

www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/...
Appeals Court Denies Petition to Rehear Book Ban Case
The Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals has declined to rehear PRH v. Robbins, the Big Five’s lawsuit to challenge book removals under Iowa law. Penguin Random House associate general counsel Dan Novack t...
www.publishersweekly.com
May 13, 2026 at 2:33 PM
pubprosabb.bsky.social
Get to the bottom of some of the myths and misinformation surrounding #bookbans and learn more about how the removal of these titles impacts communities more than you may realize.

pen.org/report/facts...
Facts & Fiction
The content of these books that are disappearing speaks volumes about the political and cultural attack on public education across the U.S.
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May 11, 2026 at 1:40 PM
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#BannedBooksWeek 2026 will be held Oct 4-10!

For this year's theme, we enlisted 3 award-winning artists: Hyesu Lee, Loveis Wise, and Mikey Burton. Each offered a distinct perspective on the ways books enrich our lives—and why we should all #LetBooksBe.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4eCozwz
Banned Books Week, Oct 4-10, 2026. Let Books Be: Protect the Freedom to Read. Row of three posters with different designs that all feature the Banned Books Week theme. Left: Illustration showing a variety of colorful creatures engaged in reading with physical books, tablets, and audiobooks. Middle: Illustration showing a person with long hair reading a book while surrounded with imaginative objects such as a hot air balloon, pencil, and flowers. Right: Illustration showing a variety of small sketches about books and libraries. URL for the ALA Banned Books Week website
April 30, 2026 at 9:55 PM
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“In 2025, book bans were not sparked by concerned parents, and they were not the result of local grassroots efforts. They were part of a well-funded, politically-driven campaign.” - Sarah Lamdan, Executive Director of ALA’s Office for Intellectual Freedom.

https://bit.ly/4tQcFqG
Book bans and attempted bans remain at record highs, with 'Sold' topping the list
The American Library Association says book bans and attempted bans remain at record highs. Efforts to remove titles have become more coordinated and politicized.
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April 20, 2026 at 3:49 PM
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amlibraryassoc.bsky.social
The list of 2025's most challenged books was release this morning as part of ALA's State of America's Libraries Report.

Of the 4,235 unique titles that were challenged or banned in 2025, these were the top 11 most frequently targeted for censorship: https://bit.ly/3TE4cHi

#NationalLibraryWeek
Top 11 Most Challenged Books of 2025. Composite of 11 close-up crops of various book covers. Text at bottom: "Protect the freedom to read" ala.org/bbooks. American Library Association
April 20, 2026 at 1:50 PM
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Even though published almost 4 years ago, this is the best article I've read about book bans. I hope you'll read and share it. #BookSky
Book Banners Don't Know What a Book Ban Is
People trying to remove books from libraries insist it's not a book ban. Everyone wants to ban a book, but no one wants to be a book banner.
bookriot.com
April 21, 2026 at 2:25 PM
pubprosabb.bsky.social
Celebrate your #RightToRead today by supporting local libraries and asking your reps to take action against #HR7661
amlibraryassoc.bsky.social American Library Association @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social · Apr 20
From Jan. 2025 - March 2026, 100+ pro-censorship bills were introduced in state legislatures. At least 40 bills would penalize libraries and library workers with lawsuits, fines, or even jail time for protecting people’s the right to read.

This #RightToReadDay, take action: https://bit.ly/43D9Dtw
RIGHT TO READ DAY. April 20, 2026. Everywhere. FOR YOUR FREEDOM TO READ. FOR ACCESS TO INFORMATION. FOR UNDERSTANDING OUR PAST. FOR OUR COMMUNITIES. FOR OUR LIBRARIES. Logos for Unite Against Book Bans and ALA150 American Library Association
April 20, 2026 at 5:24 PM