As rightwing campaigns for censorship sweep the US, opponents are finding ways to keep books on the shelves.
Martha Hickson, a high school librarian, found herself at the center of a battle over book banning. Photograph: Nick Romanenko/Courtesy of Rutgers University"The censorship of books in the US has reached crisis level."
"...But still, there is cause for hope.
"Across the country, parents, students, teachers, librarians and community groups have successfully fought back against attempted bans, defeating well-funded, rightwing attempts to remove books that address issues of race, sexuality and gender.
"Their experiences provide a model for others who may want to stand up and defend free speech, racial equity and the rights of gay and trans youth." - Adam Gabbatt
Article: How to Beat a Book Ban: Students, Parents and Librarians Fight Back