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fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

This tale of a Chicago school book ban was inspired by true events

Francie thought that all the books in the world were in that library and she had a plan about reading all the books in the world. I couldn't help but think of little Francie Nolan who, like Smith, grew up in the tenements of Brooklyn in the early 20th century and aimed, as a young girl, to read every book she could find as I tore through librarian Jarrett Dapier's debut young adult graphic novel, Wake Now in the Fire.
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fromLGBTQ Nation
3 months ago

New York's mayor told city residents to binge "Heated Rivalry." They certainly listened! - LGBTQ Nation

Everyday people and activists are driving political shifts, defending LGBTQ+ rights, expanding access to contested books, and achieving legal and social victories.
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fromenglish.elpais.com
1 year ago

The library with one door in Canada and the other one (now closing) in the US

Sylvie Boudreau's small town highlights a profound border dilemma between Canada and the U.S. after changes to access at a shared library.
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