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Publishing Professionals Against Book Bans

@pubprosabb.bsky.social

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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American Library Association@amlibraryassoc.bsky.social · 2w ago

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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PEN America@penamerica.bsky.social · 2mo ago

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.

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Publishing Professionals Against Book Bans@pubprosabb.bsky.social · 2mo ago

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!

Authors Against Book Bans@authorsabb.bsky.social · 2mo ago

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.

Joshua J. Friedman@joshuajfriedman.com · 2mo ago

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

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Publishing Professionals Against Book Bans@pubprosabb.bsky.social · 3mo ago

“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...

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American Library Association@amlibraryassoc.bsky.social · 4mo ago

“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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Publishing Professionals Against Book Bans@pubprosabb.bsky.social · 4mo ago

Celebrate your #RightToRead today by supporting local libraries and asking your reps to take action against #HR7661

American Library Association@amlibraryassoc.bsky.social · 4mo ago

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
Freedom to Read Project@freedomreadproject.bsky.social · 4mo ago

Want to stand up for the freedom to read? With legislation like H.R. 7661 shaping the future of access to books, contacting your members of Congress is one of the most effective ways to make your voice heard. Your voice matters, and it helps shape the policies that affect our libraries and schools.

GO to usa.gov/elected-officials and call your rep. "Hello my name is [your name], and I'm a constituent from [your city/zip code]. I'm calling to urge [rep/senator name] to support the freedom to read and oppose efforts to ban books or restrict access in schools and libraries. Access to diverse books and ideas is essential for education, critical thinking, and a healthy democracy. Decisions about what individuals read should not be dictated b political pressure. I also ask that you support funding for libraries and protect the role of trained librarians in our communities. Thank you for your time, and I would appreciate knowing the representative's position on the issue."
CivicMail.org@civicmail.bsky.social · 4mo ago

No IMLS means fewer resources for libraries, museums, and communities nationwide. That means fewer literacy programs, less workforce support, and reduced access to information. Speak up. Send a postcard today. bit.ly/3Ot9Qg4 #saveimls #library #libraries #FundLibraries #read #reading

Stop Trump's Proposed Elimination of IMLS!

Page 56 of Trump’s proposed budget for 2027 calls for the closure of the Institute of Museum and Library Services. The ONLY source of federal funding for libraries. This small but essential federal

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AFSCME@afscme.bsky.social · 4mo ago

In a HUGE VICTORY for library and cultural workers, we have reached a favorable resolution in our ongoing lawsuit with @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social against the illegal dismantling of the Institute of Museum and Library Services, protecting the IMLS' funding, staffing & services!

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Publishing Professionals Against Book Bans@pubprosabb.bsky.social · 4mo ago

Add your name to this petition from @everylibrary.bsky.social to stop #bookbans across the United States. Every signature counts! Take the “silent” out of “silent majority” and let your voice be heard! #StopBanningBooks #fREADom action.everylibrary.org/bannedbooks

PETITION: 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.

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Freedom to Read Foundation@ftrf.bsky.social · 4mo ago

Stories help readers see themselves, understand others, and feel less alone. For neurodiverse young people, that visibility can be life-changing. But when books are challenged or removed, those stories (and the voices behind them) are at risk of disappearing.

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