Texas board rejects climate change textbooks

Texas approves new science textbooks amid debate over fossil fuels and climate change education, despite backlash from educators.
NaNoWriMo board addresses ‘grooming’ claims as users leave

NaNoWriMo Board addresses grooming claims, outlines steps to ensure safety, and reaffirms commitment to the writing community.
How to counter book bans: Pink tries a new approach

Explore effective strategies to combat book bans and promote intellectual freedom in this insightful article.
Baillie Gifford Prize: John Valliant named winner for ‘extraordinary’ book

John Vaillant is crowned winner of the 2023 Baillie Gifford Prize for ‘Fire Weather,’ exploring a catastrophic 2016 wildfire.
National Book Awards: winners condemn Gaza war

The National Book Awards merged literary excellence with pressing issues in Gaza, honouring winners and showcasing socio-political concerns.
Palestine protesters disrupt Scotiabank book prize over ‘Israel weapons ties’

Pro-Palestine protesters disrupt the Scotiabank Giller Prize Ceremony amid controversy over alleged investments in Israeli weapons company.
Authors of George Floyd book silenced on racism in Tennessee school

“His Name Is George Floyd” authors silenced in Tennessee school event amid book bans and discussions about racism restrictions.
Pink to give away banned books at Florida gigs

Pink joins forces with PEN America to fight banned books and promote diversity by giving away books at her Florida concerts.
New Florida censorship law sparks ban of around 300 books

More than 300 books were banned in Florida schools, as new law causes ongoing controversy over censorship and freedom of expression.
Future Library: Valeria Luiselli joins 100-year time capsule

The Future Library, a century-long literary time capsule, preserves authors’ works until 2114, while bridging generations with words.