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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Hey readers, there's been a lot going on in book ban land, so we thought we'd give you a rundown on the book banning process. Head to our blog for a full rundown: www.letutahread.org/how_a_book_i...

Infograph of the book banning process. It starts with a challenge filed, which then goes through a plausibility review, and reviewed by a committee where members consider the text and vote to ban or keep. Appeals can be submitted any time

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Thank you to @sltrib.com for reporting on this! The USBE is meeting about this on Thurs. Sept. 3, and we need your help convincing them to hold DSD accountable to their policy!! Email USBE at mailto:publiccomment@schools.utah.gov www.sltrib.com/news/educati...

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This Utah school district didn’t talk about ‘Fight Club.’ Now, it could be in trouble with the state.

Davis School District’s decision to uphold a ban of the Chuck Palahniuk novel without discussion likely violated Utah procedure, state officials say.

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Hi readers! We're so excited to be hosting a screening of The Librarians with our friends at the The Utah Alliance Coalition. Register here: www.eventbrite.com/e/the-librar...

Event details for a screening of The Librarians on Wed. Aug. 26 at 6:30 at The Pearl on Main.

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Jessica Horton @jessicahorton.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Small freedom to read win out of Utah today! A few months ago, Let Davis Read appealed Davis School District’s removal of Fight Club by Chuck Palahniuk to the Utah State Board of Education (USBE). In short, DSD didn't follow its own rules when it removed this book on appeal.

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Updates about the Vonnegut v. Utah lawsuit!! Thank you to Rebekah Cummings for your insightful comments, and to the ALCU for bringing forth this lawsuit against Utah's unconstitutional book banning law!! www.fox13now.com/news/politic...

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Lawsuit challenging Utah's book bans goes to court

A lawsuit challenging Utah's law on "sensitive materials" at school libraries got its first hearing in federal court, with a judge setting ground rules around the identities of student plaintiffs.

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

ACLU Utah is hosting a legislative wrap up to discuss this year's legislative session and talk more about the work that still needs to be done. RSVP: secure.ngpvan.com/3YSwVtcXQ02_...

ACLU Legislative Wrap-Up Session Details
Tuesday, March 24
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Location sent upon RSVP

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

...aaannnddd that's a wrap on the 2026 Utah Legislative Session!! Thank you all for putting in the work and writing your legislators, showing up to the read-in, and protesting censorship bills 🙌🏼🙏🏼👏🏼

HB197 and HB517 censorship bills did not pass during the 2026 Utah legislative session.

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

As you may have heard, Utah banned 4 more books statewide. Keep reading and talking about these books. And join us tomorrow at Elevate Utah and Better Utah's Action Fair at 6 p.m. at Church & State to learn how you can help us fight back against book bans.

Image of the 4 new statewide banned books in Utah:
The Carnival at Bray by Jessie Ann Foley
The Handmaid's Tale: The Graphic Novel by Margaret Atwood
Red Hood by Elana K. Arnold
Breathless by Jennifer Niven

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

On February 13, Utah banned another book statewide. Write to the state school board members, tell them how these books contain serious literary, artistic, political, or scientific value and should remain accessible to students.

Utah's 23rd book banned statewide: Bag of Bones by Stephen King

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

The current standing of Utah's statewide banned books. These will make for some great material for our Read-In tomorrow. See you all at 3:30 p.m. at the Utah State Capitol :)

22 Utah Statewide Banned Books:
A Court of Thorns and Roses
A Court of Frost and Starlight
A Court of Mist and Fury
A Court of Silver Flames
What Girls are Made Of
A Court of Wings and Ruin
milk and honey
Forever
Tilt
Fallout
Oryx and Crake
Blankets
Empire of Storms
Living Dead Girl
Damsel
Like A Love Sotry
Tricks
Water for Elephants
Thirteen Reasons Why
Nineteen Minutes
The Perks of Being A Wallflower
Wicked

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

HB197 is set to be heard in the House Education Committee this Thursday!! Here's instructions for how to testify through Zoom, and access to the livestream.

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

HB197 got pushed from committee agenda last week because it didn't have enough support as is 👏🏼 However, minor changes have been made and it's set to be heard this Thursday, Feb. 12 @ 2:00 We need all the support providing public testimony against this bill!! We've got some talking points to help :)

A list of talking points to provide public testimony against HB197
- We trust librarians, not AI
- This bill is unnecessary because databases in Utah schools are already closely regulated

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

Introducing our keynote speaker for the 2026 Read In ✨ Come engage in this meaningful discussion with us. RSVP at the link in our bio.

Picture of Abdi Nazemian, an author whose novel Like A Love Story is banned statewide in Utah

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

Introducing our amazing speakers ✨ Come engage in this meaningful discussion with us. RSVP at the link in our bio.

Introducing the speakers for the annual read-in: Rebekah Cummings, Tom Groth, Cal Crosby, John Arthur, McKenzie

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Attention Readers‼️ HB197 is set to be heard in the education committee tomorrow at 3:40 p.m.‼️ We need your help!! Testify at the meeting either in person or online: le.utah.gov/committee/co... Here are some tips to do so!! le.utah.gov/Documents/Vi...

Tips to testify at a legislative hearing.
Includes writing out your remarks, keeping your statement under 90 seconds, and telling a personal story.

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

Hi readers!! Our annual Read-In is coming up!! We started this read-in as a way to protest the original book-banning bill--HB29. Through them we've found incredible community with all of you. We can't wait to see you there!! RSVP at the link in our bio.

Read-In at the State Capitol building on February 13 from 3:30-5:30 p.m.

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Heads up readers--we've got a new school materials bill this legislative session, and this one expands on HB 29 in scary ways. Here's what you can to to push-back. Check out our Instagram for the rundown of the bill, and more updates to come soon. www.acluutah.org/legislation/...

A corkboard graphic with sticky notes listing things community members can do to protest HB197.
- Email Utah lawmakers
- Come to the House Education Committee hearing
- Come to the Let Utah Read Read-In at the Capitol on February 13th

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

Utah's legislative session is underway. While it can be nerve-wracking, here are some things you can do: 📌 Stay informed with the ACLU bill tracker www.acluutah.org/legislation/... 📌 Come to our Read-In at the capitol on Feb. 13 to show our legislators just how many of us oppose censorship laws.

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EveryLibrary @everylibrary.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

Classic titles such as Slaughterhouse-Five, What Girls Are Made Of and The Perks of Being a Wallflower are now being labeled “obscene,” “indecent” and “pornographic” by this law and are being systematically removed from Utah high schools.

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Do You Hear Your Government Speak in the Library?

A group of authors and students are challenging a Utah book ban law under the First Amendment.

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Jessica Horton @jessicahorton.bsky.social · 17/01/2026

Utah friends! Read this to come up to speed on HB197 and how it fits into the national pattern of book banning bills. Then contact your legislators to tell them to vote no on this bill! Don’t forget to join @letutahread.bsky.social for updates on how you can help this legislative session! #utpol

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

With Utah banning 3 more books statewide, it's important to look at where these bans are coming from--with Davis School District taking the lead. The more people that show their opposition to book bans, the more power we have to fight back. Join us on February 13th for our annual read-in.

A flyer explaining the details of the Let Utah Read annual read-in.
Where: Utah State Capitol rotunda
When: February 13 @ 3:30 p.m.

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

This brings the total number of books banned statewide to 22...

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

On January 6, 2026, the ACLU of Utah, along with law firms Parr Brown Gee & Loveless and Spencer Fane, LLC, filed a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of Utah's Sensitive Materials Law. Read all about it here: www.acluutah.org/press-releas... and follow us for updates as we follow this case.

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Vonnegut Estate, Authors, and Student Plaintiffs Take Utah to Court Over the Freedom to Read - ACLU of Utah

In Vonnegut v. Utah, plaintiffs argue that portions of HB29 (Sensitive Material Review Law) are unconstitutionally overbroad in violation of the First Amendment.

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

Hi readers!! We've got lots of exciting events coming up!! More details to follow!! www.letutahread.org/events

A calendar of events. Nov. 19 there will be a screening of The Librarians in Park City. Nov. 20 there will be an event with Bookish at The Shop Workplace from 5-8:30 p.m. Nov. 25 there will be another screening of The Librarians at the Salt Lake City Public Library auditorium at 6:30 p.m., followed by a panel including author Shannon Hale.

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

Hi readers!! November's banned book club is coming up!! Join us over Zoom in discussing What Girls Are Made Of by Elana K. Arnold on Nov. 18 at 6:30 pm. RSVP: www.fightforthefirst.org/events/novem...

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November Banned Book Club

Continuing our Elana K. Arnold streak from last month, we're reading What Girls Are Made Of. This YA novel was a finalist for the National Book Award for Young People's Literature and was descr...

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

On Oct. 23, the Utah State Board of Education banned the book Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher. They did so quietly, and without press. We can't let them get away with this. Spread the word, and talk about this book. More information can be found at: bookriot.com/utah-bans-th...

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Utah Quietly Bans Its 19th Book from All State Public Schools

Utah just quietly banned THIRTEEN REASONS WHY from all public schools across the state. It's their 19th state-sanctioned book ban.

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

ACTION ALERT‼️ Cache County library is in danger of being defunded‼️ Council member George Daines will be proposing a budget at the Cache County Council meeting on Oct. 29 that will defund the Cache County Library completely. Speak up with us. Sign the petition: docs.google.com/forms/d/1eiH...

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 13/10/2025

Hi readers!! October's Banned Book Club is coming up!! This book was banned a year ago, Nov. 2024, after being banned in Davis, Washington, and Tooele Counties. RSVP: www.fightforthefirst.org/events/let-u...

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Just highlighting some banned books during Banned Books Week :) Head over to our website to read our latest blog posts in our In the Defense of Banned Books series on "milk and honey by Rupi Kaur and "Like A Love Story" by Abdi Nazemian. www.letutahread.org/news

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News and Updates

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

These 18 books are currently banned in Utah schools state-wide. If you look closely, you'll notice a trend of female and minority authors, and LGBTQIA+ stories. It's important for us to come together, read and discuss these books, and fight for our freedom to read.

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

Unfortunately, the Weber State Unity Conference has been cancelled. More events to come!! We'll see you all soon!!

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Hi readers!! Our friends at Under the Umbrella Bookstore will be having their Queer Author Book Bonza on Saturday Oct. 5!! They'll have lots of fun activities including a story time, read in, and a panel discussion with queer authors. You won't wanna miss it!! www.eventbrite.com/e/2nd-annual...

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

On Fri., Oct.3, we'll be tabling with Let Davis Read at the WSU Unity conference!! Join us and other organizations as we talk about how far censorship has gotten. www.weber.edu/unity-confer...

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Unity Conference

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 27/09/2025

On Wed., Oct. 1, Rebekah Cummings will be answering all of your questions about book bans! Join this discussion at: library.wasatchcounty.gov/BookFestival

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

Author Laurie Halse Anderson--whose books have been banned in Utah schools due to their subject matter-- will be speaking about the dangers of censorship at the J. Willard Marriott Library on Sept. 30 at Noon! You won't want to miss this great conversation! blog.lib.utah.edu/banned-books...

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J. Willard Marriott Library Blog | Banned Books Event to Feature Author Laurie Halse Anderson

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

Hi Readers! We've got lots of exciting events coming up as we move into October and Banned Books Week! More details will be out soon, and we can't wait to see you there!

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 13/09/2025

Hi readers!! September's Banned Book Club will be this Monday, Sept. 15, at 6:30 pm!! Join us in discussing milk and honey by Rupi Kaur, one of the original 13 books included in the blanket ban after H.B. 29 was signed in 2024. RSVP at: www.fightforthefirst.org/events/septe...

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September Banned Book Club

This month we're reading a short book of poems: Milk and Honey by Rupi Kaur. Declared "the Writer of the Decade" by The New Republic, Rupi Kaur's book of poetry and prose looks at survival, femin...

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Jessica Horton @jessicahorton.bsky.social · 31/08/2025

Re-upping this! Please join us this coming Saturday if you want to help fight book bans in Davis School District!

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

Our Banned Book Club is meeting next Tuesday, Aug 19th, at 6:30 to discuss Water for Elephants. Find more information here: www.fightforthefirst.org/events/augus...

The cover of Water for Elephants is in the center with 4 arrows coming out pointing to information about the event.

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

Do you miss Scholastic Book Fairs? Us, too. Come join us at Kiitos this Saturday to recapture the energy. There will be books, bookish merch, and adult drag story hour. Plus, it fundraises for a good cause: Mosaics Resource Center.

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 15/07/2025

Join us this Friday and Saturday at screenings of The LIbrarians!

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

Kudos to the team at Let Davis Read and everyone who took action for helping students keep access to good books!! Showing up and speaking up makes a difference!

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Let Utah Read @letutahread.bsky.social · 10/05/2025

Join us at 3 Cups in Holladay on May 20, 6:30 for the next Let Utah Read Book Club. We'll be discussing Beloved, by Toni Morrison which was recently banned by Granite SD. More info and RSVP: www.fightforthefirst.org/events/let-u...

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Let Utah Read Book Club: May 20th at 3 Cups in Holladay

Join us at 3 Cups in Holladay on May 20, 6:30 for the next Let Utah Read Book Club. We'll be discussing Beloved, by Toni Morrison which was recently banned by Granite SD. More info and RSVP:

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