Books can serve as a window, providing a view into others’ lives and experiences. Banning them shuts that window, however, and hides stories behind a curtain of censorship; according to the American Library Association, more than 273 books were challenged in 2020 alone. Reporter Macy Berendsen argues that books should not be banned in schools.
The Ownvoices hashtag highlights diverse authors and stories and aims to increase inclusion. Opinions Editor Maddie Peters argues the publishing industry needs to boost the presence of minority and diverse authors.
While Little Free Libraries numbered zero in 2009, the popular take-one-leave-one book boxes total more than 36,000 worldwide this year.
Designer Kari Johnson looks at the benefits of reading.
The O’Shaughnessy-Frey Library’s new book delivery service for university faculty members kicked off on Aug. 31.
St. Thomas alumna Callie Knudslien’s essay was included in the book ‘A Wizard of their Age,’ a collection of critical essays on the Harry Potter series.
Professor Massimo Faggioli has three books set for publication, which focus on Pope Francis, Vatican II and the changes in the Catholic Church.
To raise awareness of banning and challenging books throughout history, the O’Shaughnessy-Frey Library celebrated the 32nd annual National Banned Books Week Sept. 21-27.
Designer Bailey Jordan ranked the top five books that college students should read before graduation.
