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Ellen Oh

@ellenoh.bsky.social
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I write MG & YA books that win awards from people not related to me. Founding member of WENEEDDIVERSEBOOKS. Fight Book Bans!!!

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Ellen Oh @ellenoh.bsky.social · 29/05/2025
I'm going to regret saying this but if you are using AI to write anything important, you are intellectually deficient or morally corrupt or inexcusably lazy.
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Ellen Oh @ellenoh.bsky.social · 28/05/2025
Over on IG I've been posting an AAPI book a day to celebrate AAPI heritage month. They are all kid lit and YA books except for 1 adult book I snuck in there, but it is by a YA author so it still counts. The beautiful thing is I have more books than days to celebrate. I couldn't do this 20 years ago.
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Indivisible ❌👑 @indivisible.org · 12/05/2025
THIS WEEK: House Republicans are deciding how many families and senior citizens they’ll kick off Medicaid, SNAP, early education, and countless other programs that working families rely on — all to fund tax breaks for billionaires. Call your representative NOW if you live in a GOP district.
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CALL NOW: Tell your Republican Representative You Don’t Want To Pay The Price For Their Billionaire Tax Breaks
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Celeste Ng @pronounced-ing.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
Just learned about HJ Res. 54, which aims to put an end to corporations being treated as people. If you have 5 min, call your rep (#s at reps.fyi or 5calls.org) and ask them to support it. Or send them an email, or use @resist.bot. www.congress.gov/bill/119th-c...
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We Need Diverse Books @weneeddiversebooks.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
Our statement regarding the firing of Dr. Carla Hayden (continued)
Graphic with neutral-colored background containing an official statement from We Need Diverse Books regarding the recent firing of Dr. Carla Hayden. The fourth part of the statement says, “Dr. Hayden once said that libraries are a “cornerstone of democracy—where information is free and equally available to everyone.” But right now across the U.S., libraries are under threat. We urge our fellow Americans to call your representatives and tell them to support continued federal funding for libraries nationwide. At We Need Diverse Books, we will do our part to carry on Dr. Hayden's legacy by protecting our libraries and the dedicated librarians who staff them.”Graphic with neutral-colored background containing a pull-quote from former Librarian of Congress, Dr. Carla Hayden, that says: “Libraries are a cornerstone of democracy —where information is free and equally available to everyone.”

Graphic with neutral-colored background containing a five-photo collage showing former Librarian of Congress, Dr. Carla Hayden, speaking at a recent Walter Awards Ceremony held at the Library of Congress.
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We Need Diverse Books @weneeddiversebooks.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
We Need Diverse Books is proud to stand with Dr. Carla Hayden, who started her career as a children’s librarian in Chicago and who became the first woman and first Black appointee to serve as the Librarian of Congress. Find our statement below ⬇️
A photograph of former Librarian of Congress, Dr. Carla Hayden, standing at a podium in the Library of Congress and speaking at a previous Walter Awards Ceremony. At the bottom of the photo is bold white text that says, “WNDB stands with Dr. Carla Hayden and condemns her firing.”Graphic with neutral-colored background containing an official statement from We Need Diverse Books regarding the recent firing of Dr. Carla Hayden. The first part of the statement says, “We Need Diverse Books is proud to stand with Dr. Carla Hayden, who started her career as a children’s librarian in Chicago and who became the first woman and first Black appointee to serve as the Librarian of Congress. Throughout her exemplary career, she has been a faithful public servant, a visionary leader, a champion of literacy—and the People’s Librarian, who strived to make our nation’s library more accessible and available to all Americans.”
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The Horn Book @thehornbook.bsky.social · 07/05/2025
ON THE BLOCK: STORIES OF HOME edited by @ellenoh.bsky.social (Crown/ @randomhousekids.bsky.social) www.hbook.com/story/2025-s... #SummerReading #HBFamilyReading #FamilyReading #kidlit #Intermediate #MiddleGrade
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Ellen Oh @ellenoh.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
The whole King drama really encapsulates why we should never idolize people. Because they will always disappoint you. After all, they are human. I wish he had listened to marginalized voices and just apologized instead of doubling down. Now an author I loved since I was a child, is no longer a fave.
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Chris Hayes @chrislhayes.bsky.social · 19/04/2025
This is an obvious point, but cannot overstated. There is an enormous difference between deporting someone - where they get off a plane as a free citizen in their home country AND FUNNELING THEM INTO A BRUTAL PRISON FROM WHICH THEY HAVE NO CHANCE OF EVER EMERGING!!!
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Phil Bildner @philbildner.bsky.social · 16/04/2025
Thanks to the Howard County Public School System, on Friday April 25, @ellenoh.bsky.social and I will be keynoting the HCPSS Pride "Reimagine the Rainbow Community Event" at Centennial High School in Maryland. Registration for this event is required docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
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Registration for the HCPSS Reimagine the Rainbow Community Event on Friday, April 25th, 2025
Thank you for your interest in attending the HCPSS Reimagine the Rainbow Community Event. Please read this form thoroughly before making and submitting your selections. This event will be held in-p...
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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 15/04/2025
Let’s be clear. When the President defies the Supreme Court, it is the role of Congress to remove him from office. Full stop.
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @aoc.bsky.social · 15/04/2025
I cannot convey enough how grateful I am to the millions of you all supporting us with your time, resources, and energy. Your support has allowed us to rally people together at record scale to organize their communities. All with an average donation of $21. THANK YOU & Pa’lante 🙏🏽♥️
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Chanda Prescod-Weinstein 🌌 @chanda.blacksky.app · 14/04/2025
I hope everyone remains safe and also that people know that a corporate spaceflight of only women astronauts for a company owned by a deeply destructive billionaire who is enabling fascism is just public relations for fascism and has absolutely nothing to do with feminism
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @aoc.bsky.social · 14/04/2025
20,000 in ruby red Utah on their feet, in community, and ready to organize for a better world. A better world is possible.
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Ellen Oh @ellenoh.bsky.social · 14/04/2025
Dear all women, If you get married, KEEP YOUR NAME! If they want to take away our right to vote, then let's make Mrs. an obsolete honorific.
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American Library Association @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social · 08/04/2025
NEW: ALA is going to court to stop the President’s attempts to illegally dismantle the Institute of Museum & Library Services. The President does not have the authority to destroy a federal agency. That's why we're taking action with our co-plaintiff @afscme.bsky.social. #ForOurLibraries (1/3)
We're suing Trump to save library funding. Show up for our libraries, American Library Association.
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Greg Pak @gregpak.net · 08/04/2025
I have been saying this when I call my reps to yell at them. Now I can say "As Justice Sotomayor says..." Call your reps and demand they call for the release of Mahmoud Khalil and all of the other detained students as well as the folks sent to the concentration camp in El Salvador. reps.fyi
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Ellen Oh @ellenoh.bsky.social · 04/04/2025
I've been screaming inside my head so much I can't think anymore. I hate what's happening to us so much. Even ice cream and donuts can't make me feel any better. The only thing that makes me feel a modicum of happiness is this:
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We Need Diverse Books @weneeddiversebooks.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
WNDB is excited to share a first look at the cover for THE HOUSE NEXT DOOR by Ellen Oh! Forthcoming from @harperkids.bsky.social this Fall! 📅 Releasing September 30th, 2025 💻 Pre-order > bit.ly/3Rq7E6Q
An olive green graphic titled “Cover Reveal”. Beneath the title text is a thumbnail image of the final cover for “The House Next Door” by Ellen Oh. The illustration shows three young characters and a white cat standing at the top of some basement stairs, armed with a flashlight, a tennis racket, and a frying pan. At the bottom of the stars are dark, ghoulish creatures reaching out with their claws and lying in wait for the young characters to descend. At the bottom of the graphic is a white bubble containing the book’s release date: September 30th, 2025.An olive green graphic sharing a brief plot summary for “The House Next Door” by Ellen Oh. The body text reads as follows: “For fans of Not Quite Ghost and Ghost Squad, acclaimed middle grade author Ellen Oh of Spirit Hunters and an APALA Honoree delivers a new spooky novel about young hero Rory and the creepy house next door. Home is where the sinister lives. Rory Parker knows not to step a foot in, on, or around the house next door. He’s seen things creeping in the shadows, has had encounters with spirits, and lost a best friend to the house’s malevolence. But when his new neighbors, Jack and his lovable family, move into the house next door, Rory makes it his duty to protect them at all costs. But the vicious forces lying within the house are plotting something evil, something that puts Jack’s little sister in extreme danger. Soon, Rory understands he’ll need the help of his new friend and some friendly ghosts in order to stand a chance at defeating whatever lurks within its walls for good. But what exactly lives in the house next door, and will Rory and Jack find out in time to save the day, or can its evil never be evicted?”
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We Need Diverse Books @weneeddiversebooks.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
To kick off the inaugural #WeNeedDiverseBooksDay, WNDB is also committing to donating 10,000 diverse titles across the country in 2025. We believe that diverse books ought to be read and celebrated, especially now as book bans disproportionately target them. Thank you for all your support!
Multi-colored pastel graphic with bold text that says, “To kick off the inaugural We Need Diverse Books Day, WNDB is also committing to donating 10,000 diverse titles across the country in 2025!”
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We Need Diverse Books @weneeddiversebooks.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
Today is #WeNeedDiverseBooksDay! If you’re celebrating, tag us so we can follow along with the festivities! Unsure of what to read? We’ve recommended titles for all ages, and you can win ALL of them in our special giveaway, only on Instagram 🎉 🎁 bit.ly/4cd5vVE
Multi-colored pastel graphic showing a shower of bright white fireworks at the top. Beneath the fireworks is title text that says, “Happy We Need Diverse Books Day!” Beneath the title is a light blue bubble containing the text, “Special Giveaway!” At the bottom of the graphic is an illustration of a book with its pages splayed open.Multi-colored pastel graphic with black title text at the top that says, “Want a chance to win ALL of our recommended #WeNeedDiverseBooksDay books?” Beneath the text are twenty-six thumbnails of the titles WNDB officially recommended to celebrate We Need Diverse Books Day. The titles include: “Miles of Style,” “The Wedding Shoe Snatch,” “Piano Wants to Play,” “Laolao’s Dumplings,” “Berry Song,” “Freewater,” “The Beautiful Game,” “Nic Blake and the Remarkables,” “Boy, Everywhere,” “Eagle Drums,” “Time and Time Again,” “Warrior Girl Unearthed,” “When the Mapou Sings,” “This Ravenous Fate,” “The Black Girl Survives in This One,” “All We Were Promised,” “The Rodeo Queen,” “The Inheritance of Orquidea Divina,” “Our Missing Hearts,” “Ayiti,” “The Reading Adventure,” “Fresh Ink,” “Flying Lessons & Other Stories,” “The Hero Next Door,” “A Universe of Wishes,” and “On the Block.”
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We Need Diverse Books @weneeddiversebooks.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
It’s no joke, our friends at @bookshop.org are helping us celebrate #WeNeedDiverseBooksDay with a special promo code! 🛍️📚 Shop Bookshop.org on April 3rd and use the code “WNDB25” at checkout to get 15% off your purchase!
Graphic with a deep purple ombre background. White title text says, “Celebrate We Need Diverse Books Day with Bookshop.org”. Beneath the title is a row of white perforated tickets, the centermost which says, “15% Off using the code WNDB25” in dark purple lettering. Beneath the ticket in small white font is a note with an asterisk that says, “only active Thursday, April 3rd” and “excludes e-book purchases”.
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Ellen Oh @ellenoh.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
They're consolidating & hoarding generational wealth & power. That's what these tariffs & tax breaks are all about. All the money & power will remain in their families for generations while the rest of us can't break out of the neverending cycle of debt & poverty. And we simply let them do it to us.
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Mark Cuban @mcuban.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
It's not a bad idea to go to the local Walmart or big box retailer and buy lots of consumables now. From toothpaste to soap, anything you can find storage space for, buy before they have to replenish inventory. Even if it's made in the USA , they will jack up the price and blame it on tariffs.
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Brian Tyler Cohen @briantylercohen.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
Again.
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Sen. Adam Schiff @schiff.senate.gov · 02/04/2025
Just watched the President's "Liberation Day" speech. Based on this, I can confirm many Americans will be liberated from: - Being able to afford groceries - Much of their retirement savings - Any hope of buying a home As for lower prices? Just the opposite.
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Ellen Oh @ellenoh.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
I just canceled an international school visit that I was really excited about and I just turned down another one. I hate this. I never get invited to visit international schools and when I finally am, I can't because this fascist regime scares me. I'm angry and so deeply stressed.
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Joshua J. Friedman @joshuajfriedman.com · 03/04/2025
NEW: Tufts files a declaration in support of Rümeysa Öztürk: "The University has no information to support the allegations that she was engaged in activities at Tufts that warrant her arrest and detention." www.tufts.edu/president/sp...
4. With her consent, the University can confirm that Ms. Oztürk is a third-year doctoral student in good academic and administrative standing. Her research focuses on how young adults can use social media in positive, prosocial ways and she is described by her faculty as a hard-working student dedicated to her studies and the Tufts community. The University has no information to support the allegations that she was engaged in activities at Tufts that warrant her arrest and detention. The University has seen an outpouring of support for Ms. Öztürk over the last week from Tufts students, faculty and staff. These individuals have described Ms. Öztürk as a valued member of the community, dedicated to her academic pursuits and committed to her colleagues.
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Malinda Lo @malindalo.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
New Hampshire is moving forward with new state laws that will make banning books easier. The bill already passed in the NH House and is now moving to the NH Senate. NH residents: you can speak out against this (see AABB post 👇) newhampshirebulletin.com/2025/04/01/r...
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Republicans advance bills to create book removal process in public schools • New Hampshire Bulletin
If a New Hampshire parent wants to remove a book from their school district for being too obscene, the process depends on their district.
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Alexander Chee @alexanderchee.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
So simple. Thank you for the leadership on this, Princeton.
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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 02/04/2025
Booker finally yields after more than 25 hours of speaking 👏👏👏
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Sherrilyn Ifill @sifill.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
Sen. Booker’s speech was a substantive and moral account of this moment. He did not read the phone book. He did not babble. For 24 hours @booker.senate.gov laid out a detailed, damning, and critical narrative of truth, history, politics, morality, humanity. What will you do?
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Ken Tremendous @kentremendous.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
I just sent Cory Booker money. I will send money to anyone who fights, and I will not send money to anyone who cowers in fear. That has to be the situation, for all of us.
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Allison Gill @muellershewrote.com · 01/04/2025
Man. There are a lot of cynics out there. If what Booker is doing doesn’t bring YOU joy, there’s no need to shit all over everyone else’s appreciation.
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Katie Mack @astrokatie.com · 01/04/2025
Happy Trans Day of Visibility to all you wonderful lovely people! 🏳️‍⚧️ Thank you for sharing as much of yourselves as you are comfortable sharing; all our lives are richer for it ❤️
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MeidasTouch @meidastouch.com · 01/04/2025
This keeps getting worse and worse.
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Ellen Oh @ellenoh.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
The way white women are just now realizing and are horrified to learn that they were the largest beneficiaries of DEI is almost funny to watch, if it wasn't so sad. They didn't realize just how much conservative republican men hate women.
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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 31/03/2025
There are trans Americans right now looking out at this world and wondering if anyone is going to stand up for them and for their simple right to exist. Well, I am. We are. We will.
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Ellen Oh @ellenoh.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
Happy Trans Visibility Day! Thank you for being here.
Striped heart with transgender colors and print says International Transgender Day of Visibility March 31.
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We Need Diverse Books @weneeddiversebooks.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
Celebrate #TransDayOfVisibility with these newly released & upcoming books featuring trans rep! 🏳️‍⚧️🩵🤍🩷 As always, this is not intended to be an exhaustive list. Feel free to reply/QRT with your own anticipated trans releases!
Pastel pink and blue graphic titled “Newly Released and Upcoming Books with Trans Rep.” In the upper left-hand and lower right-hand corners are wavy ribbons designed in the colors of the trans flag.
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Alt National Park Service @altnps.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
Way to go, Green Bay, WI! Amazing turnout! 💚
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Thor Benson @thorbenson.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
The worst people in the world are like "They must be getting paid to hate me" when in reality everyone is happy to hate them for free
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Emma Pearson @emmapearson.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
The full verdict is now in and it is HUGE 🇫🇷 Le Pen and co-defendants all guilty 🇫🇷 All banned from holding public office 🇫🇷 Ban takes effect immediately - in other words she cannot remain in politics while she spins out the appeals process 🇫🇷 She can, however, appeal to the Conseil Constitutionnel
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Breaking: French far-right leader Le Pen banned from running for office after conviction
French far-right leader Marine Le Pen and her eight co-defendants have been found guilty of embezzlement, and the court has imposed a ban on holding public office - to take effect immediately.
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Chanda Prescod-Weinstein 🌌 @chanda.blacksky.app · 31/03/2025
Legal fund for Rümeysa Öztürk: chuffed.org/project/just...
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Justice for Rümeysa Öztürk
Dear Friends, Allies, and Supporters,
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MeidasTouch @meidastouch.com · 31/03/2025
This is what corruption looks like.
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Ellen Oh @ellenoh.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
Today, my stress and anxiety is as high as it was on November 3rd, 2024. This week is so important my stomach hurts constantly. Vote blue people! We can do it!!
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Ellen Oh @ellenoh.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
I keep trying to subscribe to the Atlantic and I keep getting an error message. Please tell me it's because of the overwhelming number of people wanting to subscribe to them!
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Chris Hayes @chrislhayes.bsky.social · 24/03/2025
I mean very obviously Hegseth should resign, and if it were a Democratic administration this would be quickly be a consensus position.
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Andy Greenberg @agreenberg.bsky.social · 24/03/2025
We've taken the paywall down for this one.
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Tina Smith @smith.senate.gov · 24/03/2025
Circling back on this…
Post from Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard that reads: Any unauthorized release of classified information is a violation of the law and will be treated as such.
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