Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 26/05/2026Happy Hour at Track 15 - Friday May 29, 5:30 - 7:00 PM. There will be door prize giveaways, good conversation, and fun (as well as postcards) 022
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 22/04/2026You want to connect with @authorsabb.bsky.social for national updates! 100
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 22/04/2026You are invited! Drop in, chat with friends, write a postcard to your reps. Saturday May 16, 2-4 PM @ Gooseneck Vineyards. 022
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 20/12/2025Want to protect Freedom of Speech in your state? The RI AABB folks are always willing to chat with folks in your state about what we learned on the ground here about most effective strategies 070
Reposted by Rhode Island Authors Against Book Banskelly jensen @heykellyjensen.bsky.social · 20/12/20252025 Book Censorship Wrapped: Trends, Challenges, and Successes Over The Year. Five organizations invested in the freedom to read highlight what's happened in the world of book censorship in 2025. bookriot.com/book-censors...bookriot.com2025 Book Censorship Wrapped: Trends, Challenges, and Successes Over The YearWhat were the book censorship trends in 2025? Here are the highs and lows, as identified by five organizations doing the work. 02715
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 18/12/2025We fought to create a safe harbor in RI for Freedom of Speech because we knew Project 2025 laid out plans to limit First Amendment rights. Please read and be aware of federal plans that are being put into action right now, nationwide. wapo.st/3L9lpr4wapo.stTrump administration prepares sweeping crackdown on leftist networksThe Justice Department’s program to root out violent “Antifa” extremism is raising First Amendment concerns. 040
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 21/11/2025We’re in @bookriot.bsky.social ! Thank you Kelly Jensen for this roundup of pending #FreedomToRead legislation nationwide, and for sharing our lessons learned here in Rhode Island 1101
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 15/11/2025Congratulations MA! #FreedomtoRead bill with protections for authors now moves to the House! Call your MA reps! Great work @massaabb.bsky.social ! malegislature.gov/PressRoom/De...malegislature.govSenate Passes Bill Guarding Against Politically Motivated Book Bans<p class="MsoNormal" align="center"><em>Bill guards against political bias in library decisions, protects librarians from reprisals</em></p> <p><strong>(BOSTON—11/13/2025) </strong>The Massachus... 13611
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 19/08/2025Spotted FRY BREAD in the Providence Lush Cosmetics with a #FreedomToRead sign #shelfie #corporateactivism 1123
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 16/08/2025We are at North Kingstown Public Library for Books and Belonging - our inclusive storytime with community readers. Here Samantha Bernard, a striking Bulter healthcare worker reads YOUR ONE AND ONLY HEART by Rajani LaRocca. Come Join us until 12:30! 070
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 14/08/2025Great news from FL! bookriot.com/penguin-rand...bookriot.com"None Of These Books Are Obscene": Judge Strikes Down Much of Florida's Book Ban BillIn a major win for intellectual freedom, a judge rules against Florida law that led to removing hundreds of books from school libraries. 061
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 13/08/2025Rhode Island friends! Please come to Books and Belonging - two locations this Saturday, Aug 16 - North Kingstown 10-12:30 (10-10:45 hate speech workshop, 11-12:30 inclusive storytime) East Providence 1-2:30. BOOK GIVEAWAYS and kid activities and great books! 1105
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 13/08/2025Thank you RI House of Represenatitives for this wonderful photo of bill sponsors @davidmoralesri.bsky.social, Sen Mark McKenney (holding the official signed bills) and Rep Jennifer Stewart, who worked so hard on this bill with the members of RI @authorsabb.bsky.social! 0204
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 12/08/2025RWU law professor and coalition leader Nicole Dyszlewski said “The passage of this bill says that all stories have value…. You don’t have to agree with someone to recognize that there is value in their voice, their story, or their existence as a human” 020
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 12/08/2025Bill sponsor Sen Mark McKenney spoke about the need to protect our public institutions, and also shared advice for advocates: “Remember every legislator has a library in their district” 120
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 12/08/2025Rep David Morales highlighted the broad coalition of engaged citizens and grassroots coalition building that led RI to pass a bill that will be a model for other states. He also spoke about the importance of libraries as public places that are open to all - without charge 110
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 12/08/2025Governor Dan McKee spoke about his lifelong love for libraries, and their importance of libraries for the towns and neighborhoods 110
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 12/08/2025Senate President Valerie Lawson, a former history teacher, said “This bill is about protecting intellectual freedom” 110
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 12/08/2025Speaker Joe Shekarchi said “The Freedom to Read is the freedom to think… which is a cornerstone of our democracy” 110
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 12/08/2025Cheryl Space welcomed everyone to the Rochambeau Library and reminded us of just how many people worked for the passage of #FreedomToRead - as citizens and as elected officials 110
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 12/08/2025It was wonderful to take a moment to celebrate as Gov McKee signed the Freedom to Read Act today! Thank you everyone! Sharing some photos and nuggets of wisdom from the speakers 2315
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 06/08/2025Join us in North Kingstown on Aug 16 031
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 06/08/2025facebook.com/events/s/boo... Join EPIC on Aug 16 for a special community storytime at the Weaver Library! 031
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 27/07/2025We are collaborating with other #FreedomToRead coalition members on this event - save the date! Saturday, Aug 16 - 10 AM Stop the hate workshop for adults, 11-12:30 storytime and activities for kids & families 0217
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 24/07/2025Looking for a summer read that will fill you with hope and a belief that your work matters? This isn’t toxic positivity it is hope that is rooted in deep experience of and understanding of totalitarianism and the origins of evil. bookshop.org/p/books/read...bookshop.orgReading Lolita in Tehran: A Memoir in BooksA Memoir in Books 030
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 17/07/2025Rhode Island was founded by people censored, imprisoned & exiled by the Massachusetts Colony for their writings and speech. We are thrilled to pass the baton for the fight to protect freedom of expression to @massaabb.bsky.social & Mass #FreedomToRead coalition. Roger Williams would be proud! 0102
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 17/07/2025Welcoming a new partner to the fight to protect freedom of speech and freedom of the press! www.publishingprofessionalsagainstbookbans.compublishingprofessionalsagainstbookbans.comPublishing Professionals Against Book Bans 071
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 03/07/2025@jenstewart4ri.bsky.social 📚🩷 010
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 03/07/2025Celebrating the good! Freedom to Read Coalition members and bill sponsors Sen Mark McKenney & Rep Jennifer Stewart gathered tonight to take a moment to celebrate the bill becoming law. Rhode Island is now a Freedom to Read state! 1163
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 02/07/2025Today the Rhode Island Freedom to Read Act becomes law. We are so proud of the safe harbor we have created in the Ocean State for librarians, creators, students, and readers. Our Act is the first in the U.S. to encode standing for authors as parties harmed by censorship. THANK YOU ALL! ⚓️❤️📚 0215
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 28/06/2025Your work matters. Keep writing! 110
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 27/06/2025Deeply disappointed in the Supreme Court pen.org/press-releas...pen.orgSupreme Court Decision on LGBTQ Storybooks in Public Schools Lays Foundation for New Assault on Books Of All Kinds in Schools - PEN AmericaThe Supreme Court ruling today mandating “opt outs” for children whose parents object to LGBTQ+-relevant picture books in public schools deals a “deeply disappointing” blow to the right to read under ... 151
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 27/06/2025Georgia Librarian fired for including WHEN AIDEN BECAME A BROTHER in a book display titled “Color Our World,” featuring diverse kids’ books. www.gpb.org/news/2025/06...gpb.orgSoutheast Georgia librarian fired after creating book display featuring transgender characterLavonnia Moore said she was fired after the community helped her assemble a book display at the Pierce County Public Library. Southeast Georgia librarian fired after creating book display featuring tr... 042
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 26/06/2025I’m not sure why you are quibbling with this quote, but the point being made is that after a dictator comes to power (that would be after the killing of counter revolutionaries) is over, the next stage involves suppression of freedom of expression & access to information. 100
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 26/06/2025“Once the regime is safe they go after the writers” is what this quoted writer also says 000
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 26/06/2025This quote from a children’s book author does not contain the word “kills.” That’s from your mind. 100
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 26/06/2025Libraries and schools do not acquire X rated materials. 000
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 25/06/2025Why do you think that billionaire-funded right wing groups would call librarians, teachers, and authors “groomers”? No idea what “map” means here, but people promoting literacy and education aren’t the bad guys. 200
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 23/06/2025It’s not signed yet! But should be soon 🙂 010
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 23/06/2025AABB-RI co-chair @jbradley.bsky.social was on @wgbh.org ‘s Under the Radar with Callie Crossley tonight as part of a round table discussion about the impact of censorship on authors. If you missed it live, stream it here (The whole series is great!) www.wgbh.org/culture/book...wgbh.orgUnbound Pages: Authors Against Book Bans fights for the freedom to readThe organization brings together authors from all genres and for all ages in support of the freedom to read. 0259
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 21/06/2025What Margaret Mead failed to note: (1) change making is hard work, (2) no one person (or small group) can do this work alone very long, & (3) the effectiveness of your small group lies in connecting with a larger coalition of people who have done this work before and know what they are doing ⚓️🩷📚 0102
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 21/06/2025There are many other individuals both within & outside of RI who helped and supported us - most of whom aren’t on Bluesky. Neither Padma nor Jeanette had ever done this sort of grassroots organizing in support of legislation before this year. We owe everything to those who helped us! Thank you! ⚓️🩷📚 040
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 21/06/2025Thank you folks from the national leadership team who have spent an outsized amount of time and energy helping and supporting us in tiny RI! @authorsabb.bsky.social 140
Rhode Island Authors Against Book Bans @aabbri.bsky.social · 21/06/2025Journalists who stepped away from their working roles to speak for the importance of freedom of speech & freedom of the press @phileil.bsky.social @steveahlquist.bsky.social @mikeryan.bsky.social Thank you! 281