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The Author Village @theauthorvillage.bsky.social · 9h

**COVER REVEAL -- ¡Vamos! Let’s Go to School by Raul the Third** Congrats to @raulthethird.bsky.social. The sixth picture book in his Eisner Award Nominated World of ¡Vamos! series, is coming soon. Learn all about the new book and the series here: theauthorvillage.substack.com/p/cover-reve...

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COVER REVEAL -- ¡Vamos! Let’s Go to School by Raul the Third

A New Teen Novel is Coming Soon!

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American Association of School Librarians (AASL) @aaslala.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

We built something new for our community—and we’re excited to invite you in. Don’t miss the new Knowledge Quest post from the AASL Standards Committee co-chairs, welcoming you into the new space and highlighting what you’ll find there: bit.ly/3TTDxcW #AASLStandards #SchoolLibraries

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Becky Calzada @becalzada.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Let’s go!! Thank you @reed.senate.gov for sponsoring this important bill

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kelly jensen @heykellyjensen.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Utah added SEVEN more books to its state-mandated book ban list. Six of those titles are by women. 44 are now banned. This comes the week after a judge permitted a lawsuit brought against their book banning law to proceed. It's the busiest banning year for the state. bookriot.com/utah-bans-44...

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Utah Bans 7 More Books From All Public Schools; 44 Titles Now Banned Statewide

Last week, a judge approved a lawsuit against Utah's state-sanctioned book bans. This week, the state banned seven more books.

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Texas Freedom to Read Project @txfreedomread.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Texas Freedom to Read Project cofounder, Anne Russey, and other parent advocates from across the country, spoke with Huff Post reporter, @mwadzeckkraus.bsky.social about signs you may notice that indicate a coordinated censorship movement, and how to fight back. www.huffpost.com/entry/maga-m...

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‘Parents Aren’t Asking For This’: The Biggest Signs MAGA Is Taking Over Your Kid’s School

There are certain indicators that can distinguish an ordinary disagreement from something larger.

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jessamyn @librarian.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

"Are You A Librarian: The Untold Story of Black Librarians follows the librarians who kept the doors open when the law said they shouldn't-from segregated reading rooms to freedom libraries to the branches serving our communities now" Rentable/streamable 📚 www.historysplayground.com/are-you-a-li...

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Watch Are You a Librarian | History's Playground

Rent the Are You a Librarian documentary for $3.99 and stream it for 72 hours on History's Playground.

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Erika Long @erikaslong.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

I recently chatted with @slupodcast.bsky.social about the journey of creating a book which amplifies Black librarians' voices, the importance of community and how conferences inspire action and advocacy. Our convo is live on episode 377. The book is out next wk.🥹 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...

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Why Are All The Black Librarians Gathering In The School Library?

Podcast Episode · School Librarians United with Amy Hermon · September 25 · 1h 3m

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American Library Association @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

"When it comes to building resilient and equitable communities, libraries are natural leaders," ALA President Maria McCauley writes in her Fall column for American Libraries. "When communities are resilient, they are better able to overcome barriers." Read her full column: bit.ly/4yKVzwF

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A Sense of Purpose | American Libraries Magazine

Libraries provide places where neighbors meet, learn, and support one another and where residents can find year-round climate refuge.

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jonny garza villa @jgv.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

honored to be a part of the Kidlit Auction supporting Gina Hinojosa for Texas’ next governor 💙 we’ve got plenty to bid on including a school visit (virtually or, if local to San Antonio, in person, a virtual book club hang out, and a YA manuscript critique package with yours truly.

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Becky Calzada @becalzada.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

School Librarians: the new @aasl portal has launched! Be sure to check our the press release & review all of the new website!! www.ala.org/news/2026/09...

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AASL Announces Relaunch of AASL Standards Web Portal

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kelly jensen @heykellyjensen.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

The second full episode of Liberating Lit is here, and this week, I'm excited to share a powerful conversation with literary advocate and book censorship expert Dr. Emily Knox: www.liberatinglit.com/episodes/epi...

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Episode Two: Dr. Emily Knox — Liberating Lit

For the second episode of Liberating Lit, get to know the work of Dr. Emily Knox. Knox’s expansive knowledge and experience with book censorship across American history informs so much of the work bei...

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Children's Bookshelf @pwkidsbookshelf.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Anti-censorship groups, authors, librarians, and others will host a livestreamed telethon, ‘Show Up, Speak Up! Vote for the Freedom to Read,’ on September 24, with special guests including Judy Blume, Jerry Craft, and Ann Patchett buff.ly/PfO188q

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https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/libraries/article/101302-right-to-read-orgs-authors-to-show-up-speak-up-at-telethon.html

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Publishers Weekly @publisherswkly.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Anti-censorship groups, authors, librarians, and others will host a livestreamed telethon, Show Up, Speak Up! Vote for the Freedom to Read, on September 24, with special guests including Judy Blume, Jerry Craft, and Ann Patchett. buff.ly/PfO188q

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https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/libraries/article/101302-right-to-read-orgs-authors-to-show-up-speak-up-at-telethon.html

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Martha Hickson @sassylibrarian.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Join me and an all-star line-up of freedom to read champions on Thursday 9/24 for a Show Up, Speak Up: Vote for the Freedom to Read virtual variety show. Let us entertain you while you make a plan to vote and call your reps! Register for this community action event here ➡️ nobookbans.org

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Join a star-studded lineup of authors and influencers to champion the freedom to read. Sign up now!

Join a virtual variety show featuring a star-studded lineup of freedom to read champions celebrating books, authors, and readers. We’ll SHOW UP by making a plan to vote, then SPEAK UP by calling our representatives and sharing our commitment to the Freedom to Read.

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Leila Green Little @ifightforbooks.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

“Communities have to believe that it’s important.” “What do we owe our fellow humans?” -Dr. Emily Knox, on how libraries survive and why we have them and pay for them Hit me like a dagger! Give it a listen. Two heavy hitters! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/l...

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Liberating Lit with Dr. Emily Knox

Podcast Episode · Liberating Lit · S1 E2 · 47m

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Becky Calzada @becalzada.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Only 3 days until the SHOW UP, SPEAK UP: Vote for the Freedom to Read virtual event! We’re going to make our plan to VOTE and then call or email our reps to ensure they’re championing the Freedom to Read. Registration is free here ➡️ nobookbans.org

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TX FReadom Fighters @freadomfighters.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Next week, join in this two hour, come and go telethon in support of the freedom to read! Join a variety of authors, librarians and intellectual freedom organizations for some fun, readings, and also serious calls to action! 1 - 3 p.m. CT, 2 - 4 p.m. ET! nobookbans.org

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Join a star-studded lineup of authors and influencers to champion the freedom to read. Sign up now!

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American Library Association @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

"Our history reflects how we as an association have grappled with, sometimes faltered, and at other times made inroads toward being a more inclusive ALA," writes ALA President Maria McCauley. Read her full piece on the ALA150 blog: bit.ly/4h8ZyMv

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American Library Association @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

The #ALAAC27 Call for Proposals will end on September 21 at 11:59pm ET. This is your last call to share ideas, insights, and experiences that can educate and inspire colleagues across the profession. Don’t miss out—submit your proposal today. bit.ly/4qz7PgR

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Colorful illustrations of a trombone and stars.

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kelly jensen @heykellyjensen.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

The first full episode of my new limited-run podcast LIBERATING LIT launched yesterday. Enjoy this outstanding conversation with literary advocate @tasslyn.bsky.social. Links to several podcatchers in the thread, but you can find it anywhere you get your pods.

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kelly jensen @heykellyjensen.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

The first full episode of Liberating Lit is live. I talk with @tasslyn.bsky.social about what got her started in anti-censorship work, what keeps her going, and what advice she'd give to new and long-time advocates. Tune in on the Liberating Lit website: www.liberatinglit.com/episodes/epi...

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Episode One: Tasslyn Magnusson — Liberating Lit

Dr. Tasslyn Magnusson has been tracking book bans since 2021. But her work is much more than simply counting–it’s helping motivate other people nationwide to get to work protecting the right to read. ...

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American Library Association @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Congratulations to @thelibrariansfilm.bsky.social on the well-deserved Emmy win for Exceptional Merit in Documentary Filmmaking! Thank you to Kim A. Snyder and all the librarians who shared their stories to help shine a light on the fight for the freedom to read. thelibrariansfilm.com

This is a promotional poster for the Emmy-winning documentary film "The Librarians" by Kim A. Snyder. The poster features a large book and silhouettes of people walking. It highlights the names and roles of individuals involved in the film's production: Kim A. Snyder (Director/Producer), Janique L. Robillard (Producer), Maria Cuomo Cole (Producer), Jana Edelbaum (Producer), and Lois Vossen (Executive Producer).

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American Library Association @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Presenting at #ALAAC27 is an amazing opportunity to advance your career, grow your professional community, and help shape the future of our profession. But there’s one week left to add your voice to the conversation. Submit your program or poster proposal today. bit.ly/4qz7PgR

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Kyle Lukoff @kylelukoff.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Still available for pre order! bookshop.org/p/books/the-...

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kelly jensen @heykellyjensen.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

If you're in the Chicago area, I'll be on a (rock star!!!) post-screening panel Tuesday evening at Arlington Heights Library. You can sign up on their website to come view/listen.

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The Librarians Film @thelibrariansfilm.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

We’re so honored to win an Emmy! It’s a win for the entire Freedom to Read movement and we hope our librarians' stories continue to inspire audiences nationwide to turn their library love into library action. Find tools & resources to join us in speaking up for our books at TheLibrariansFilm.com

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Exceptional Merit in Documentary Filmmaking: 78th Emmy Awards

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The Librarians Film @thelibrariansfilm.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Get ADVANCED tickets to our upcoming Gathr screenings so these events get the Greenlight! They will only go ahead if enough tickets are ordered in advance. Help us ensure these communities don't miss out on Emmy®-award winning THE LIBRARIANS by buying your tickets now! tinyurl.com/TheLibrarian...

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The Librarians Film @thelibrariansfilm.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

THE LIBRARIANS is heading back to theaters this fall and will be available to buy/rent on digital starting October 6 throughout North America! Learn more on our website: TheLibrariansFilm.com

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Jane @localnotail.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Dear US people! Get together and go to see this (Emmy-winning) documentary film. It is vital that Americans understand what is happening to their libraries and what that means. #DefendLibraries

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METHODS OF DEFENDING YOUR LOCAL LIBRARY FROM GOVERNMENT CUTS

COMMUNITY SUPPORT

TIME TRAVEL (TO DINOSAUR AGE)

FORTIFICATIONS

BLACK MAGIC

DISGUISE (AS VAPE SHOP)

CAMOUFLAGE

ATTACK! (TRANSFORM INTO ROBOT)

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The Librarians Film @thelibrariansfilm.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

We won an Emmy®️! We are proud to stand in solidarity with all our courageous librarians, true heroes, and so many others across the nation who continue to fight to defend our First Amendment rights and our Freedom to Read. This award is such an honor - and it honors them all. 📸Phil McCarten

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Leila Green Little @ifightforbooks.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Great radio piece about school librarians, with some of the best of the best featured here, like @becalzada.bsky.social and @technolibrary.bsky.social. the1a.org/segments/the...

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The future of the school library

At the start of another academic year, 1A is in session.

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Becky Calzada @becalzada.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Have you purchased your copy of WHY ARE ALL THE BLACK LIBRARIANS GATHERING IN THE SCHOOL LIBRARY?, coming 🔜 01 Oct.

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nicolethelibrarian.bsky.social @nicolethelibrarian.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Did your school have a library growing up? It’s less common in the U.S. now than it used to be. And nearly one in three public schools today have no librarian at all. @becalzada.bsky.social @aaslala.bsky.social the1a.org/segments/the...

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The future of the school library

At the start of another academic year, 1A is in session.

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That Librarian: Amanda Jones @librarianjones.com · 09/09/2026

“Thanks to the Emmy® awards for celebrating and honoring this documentary and librarians across the country who are fighting against censorship on the frontlines of democracy.” For the librarians. #Invictus ilovelibraries.org/article/the-...

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'The Librarians' Documentary Wins an Emmy

Filmmaker Kim Snyder’s documentary about public and school librarians in Texas, Florida, and other states who unite to combat book banning in the United States was awarded a 2026 Emmy® for Exceptional...

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Maggie Tokuda-Hall @maggietokudahall.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Did you know if you preorder Bathtime for Snow Monkeys by me and @yasimamura.bsky.social from The link below it will be signed by both of us AND you'll get the gorgeous print, shown below? It's true. And did you know that it'll make me feel good in my stupid little heart? That's also true.

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Leila Green Little @ifightforbooks.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

@heykellyjensen.bsky.social’s new podcast series Liberating Lit just dropped, and as usual, she pulls no punches, which is why we love her. 👏 I cannot wait to hear the first discussion! www.liberatinglit.com

What that experience taught me was that sometimes people whose job it is to defend the right to read simply don't. Sometimes, you're going to feel like you're the one in the wrong, despite being the one absolutely in the right, with facts, figures, and stellar reviews to point to as to why a book belongs on the public library shelf.

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kelly jensen @heykellyjensen.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Some news!

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kelly jensen @heykellyjensen.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

I've launched a new limited-run podcast. Liberating Lit brings to listeners the advocacy origin stories of the people who have been defending the right to read and championing literature, with the goal to inspire new advocates and refill the cups of those feeling depleted.

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TX FReadom Fighters @freadomfighters.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Winning an Emmy certainly stokes our energy! Back to Texas where we will be even more determined to protect the freedom to read and the stories that matter!

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Texas Freedom to Read Project @txfreedomread.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

We feel lucky to call so many of these Emmy award winning Librarians friends!!! 🤩🤩🤩

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