As children's book bans soar, sales are down and librarians are afraid. Even in California

Book bans are tanking sales of children's books. Schools and libraries aren't buying books about LGBTQ+ issues and race as they brace for culture war pushback. Continue reading at 'Los Angeles Times'

[ Los Angeles Times | 2024-12-12 11:00:55 UTC ]

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PRH and Co-Plaintiffs Push Back on Florida Book Banning Law

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