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Banned Books Week has begun, the annual American Library Association campaign highlighting attempted book removals from schools and libraries. The event draws attention to rising challenges against titles dealing with race, gender and LGBTQ themes. Librarians, authors and readers are sharing lists of contested books and urging public support for free access to literature.
- 2Banned Books Week Begins Across the US●RE: https:// mastodon.scot/@marisa/11731753 9134054733 Y'all, Banned Books Week starts today! # books # reading
Banned Books Week starts today, an annual event highlighting attempts to remove books from libraries and schools. Readers and librarians are marking the week by sharing titles that have faced bans, including works by frequently challenged authors. The event draws attention to censorship debates in the United States and encourages people to read and discuss contested books.
- 3Library highlights new additions including John Wright's Grasslands▼This week's # NewBooks at the library: - I adopted a damaged copy of John Wright's # Grasslands : The Intricate Life of
A library is showcasing this week's new titles, including a damaged copy of John Wright's 'Grasslands: The Intricate Life of Britain's Hidden Habitats', published by Profile Books, which was adopted for the collection. Also added is 'The Stuff of Legends: Fantasy Miniatures from the Golden Age, Volume 1' by the late Richard Hale. The post has drawn modest attention from book lovers and science communication followers.
- 4Blogger announces October 2026 tarot deck pick●New on my YouTube channel: "Tarot deck announcement for October 2026." https:// youtu.be/jHK-6OGo6U0 This is the # Tarot
A librarian and vlogger known as the Itinerant Librarian has announced the tarot deck they will use throughout October 2026, sharing the news in a video alongside tags for cartomancy, divination and the occult. The announcement is aimed at tarot and divination followers interested in monthly deck choices.
- 5Texas School Librarians Grow Cautious Amid Book Restriction Battles●School Librarians Hesitant to Discuss Books Amid Texas Battles to Restrict Titles
School librarians in Texas are increasingly reluctant to recommend or discuss certain books as the state continues efforts to restrict titles deemed inappropriate. The ongoing political battles over library content have created a climate of caution, with educators worried about potential complaints or professional consequences, prompting some to limit book talk and displays.
- 6Book challenges in US libraries hit 4,235 in 2025●Data from the American Library Association recorded 4,235 unique books were challenged in 2025 via public, school, and a
New figures from the American Library Association show 4,235 unique books were challenged in 2025 across public, school, and academic libraries. Commenters note this marks a dramatic escalation: the annual average between 2001 and 2020 was just 273 challenged books. Many are framing the surge as a sustained attack on free speech and access to information, with librarians and readers voicing alarm over organised censorship efforts.
- 7Library holds piling up spark readers' shared panic●Is there a word for the panic of having all your # library holds come in at once? That feeling when you know you have to
Readers are joking about the panic that hits when every library hold comes in at once, leaving just three weeks to finish dozens of books and tempting them to cancel plans. Librarians and book lovers are chiming in with their own stories of overloaded hold queues and borrowed-book deadlines.
- 8Blogger rounds up September 2026 media picks▼New on my # blog : "Media Notes: Roundup for September 2026." https:// itinerantlibrarian.blogspot.co m/2026/10/media-no
The Itinerant Librarian blog has published its 'Media Notes: Roundup for September 2026', a monthly collection covering the films and television shows the author watched during the month, along with related media commentary. The post is being shared within blogging and media-enthusiast circles, where readers follow these personal roundups for viewing recommendations and discussion of current film and TV.
- 9New Memoir Offers Inside Look at Big-City Librarian Life▼A new librarian memoir to give us a peek into the world of a librarian at a major metropolitan library. Very cool. # rea
Readers are celebrating the release of a new librarian memoir that promises a behind-the-scenes look at working in a major metropolitan library. Book lovers online are sharing enthusiasm for the title, calling it a welcome addition to workplace memoirs and a rare glimpse into the daily realities of public library work, from patron interactions to the challenges facing modern libraries.
- 10Three Book Club Picks for Hispanic Heritage Month▼Three Book Club Picks for Hispanic Heritage Month (and All Year Long)
A book-focused outlet has published a list of three recommended reads for book clubs, timed to Hispanic Heritage Month but pitched as worthwhile year-round. The feature highlights Latino authors and stories that clubs can discuss together, and reflects the seasonal wave of Hispanic Heritage Month reading recommendations as publishers, librarians and readers promote Hispanic literature each September and October.
- 11Libraries and Librarians Star in Films and Series●It may surprise you to know that libraries and librarians have been the focus of several notable films and series over t
EveryLibrary, the US library advocacy group, has published a list of films and television series centred on libraries and librarians. The roundup highlights notable titles depicting library work and culture, encouraging audiences to explore stories about the profession. The group notes that libraries have long been a focus on screen, and the list is being shared among library supporters and readers online.
- 12South Dakota honors libraries and librarians for service●South Dakota recognizes libraries and librarians for service and professional development
South Dakota has recognized libraries and librarians across the state for their service and commitment to professional development. The recognition highlights the role library staff play in supporting communities through continuing education and public service. Details on which libraries or individuals received honors and in what form have not been widely reported.
- 13School Reading List site publishes latest book reviews and resources●Here are the latest book reviews, lists, and resources from the School Reading List website. # education # teaching # li
The School Reading List website has released its latest round of book reviews, curated reading lists and teaching resources for educators. The update covers children's and young adult titles aimed at supporting literacy in schools. Teachers and librarians use these lists to select classroom reading and keep up with new publications relevant to education.