Shakespeare, Sappho Risk Ban Under Hungary’s Anti-LGBT+ Law
Hungary has passed, in a last-minute addition to anti-pedophilia legislation, a ban against promoting homosexuality or gender change to those under 18, which could have serious ramifications for books and publishers. Such books wouldn’t be allowed in schools, and could face restrictions in bookstores. Although the law could affect all aspects of life, publishers are particularly disturbed by the lack of specificity in the new law.
5 Books To Read On Social Justice That Go Beyond The Instructive
Yesterday was the first time that Juneteenth was celebrated in the United States as a federal holiday. To gain a deeper understanding of the day, which commemorates the date that the enslaved people in Texas learned of the Emancipation Proclamation, author Kiese Laymon recommends five must-read books about social justice, history, and race.
Kansas City Bookstore Opening On Juneteenth Seeks To Amplify Black And Brown Voices
A new Kansas City bookstore called BLK + BRWN has opened on Juneteenth with the aim of stocking books written by Black and brown authors, spanning all genres. It’s also a smart bookstore, which means customers can use their phones to scan books and read summaries and access digital content related to the title, curated by owner Cori Smith. The stock is highly curated to focus on the most excellent work available.