On April 10, the Brooklyn Public Library will host a "Read In" to promote awareness of the increased censorship of books in the U.S., coinciding with National Library Week. The event will feature discussions on banned works by notable authors and encourage participants to read and share books reflecting marginalized voices. Since 2022, the library's Books Unbanned initiative has provided many young individuals access to literacy resources, combating censorship. Amid rising book bans, the library highlights the importance of preserving diverse narratives for future generations.
This year as we mark National Library Week here in Brooklyn, we must not forget communities around the country who have witnessed the erosion of library funding and the removal of books-and along with them, the history and the stories of entire communities including people of color and those who identify as LGBQT+.
The library will provide information about the dramatic rise in censorship and commonly banned books-including selections by Henry David Thoreau, Judy Blume, Maya Angelou and Maurice Sendak.
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