“Sold” author urges APLS to reinstate funding for the Fairhope library and oppose code changes.
Call to Restore Funding for Fairhope Public Library The author of *America’s Most Bank Books* is urging Alabama Public Library Services (APLS) to reinstate funding for the Fairhope Public Library and to reject new rules that would label positive depictions of transgender stories as inappropriate for young readers. “The proposed changes by the APLS committee […]
Author from Yuma, AZ Releases Life Story
A recent book titled “Stand Your Ground,” authored by Barry D. Todd, has been published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc. In this heartfelt narrative, Todd recounts transformative experiences concerning the U.S. criminal justice system, which turned a case of self-defense into a daunting legal scenario. What started as an ordinary evening outside an Arizona restaurant […]
Author and activist Sarah Schulman will give a talk at The NewSouth Bookstore
Award-Winning Author Discusses Solidarity with Marginalized Groups Renowned author Sarah Schulman, known for The Need for Fantastic Solidarity, will engage in a discussion on September 14th at Newsouth Bookstore focusing on the significance of building unity with marginalized communities. During this event, Schulman will be joined by local activist and artist Ashley Edwards, who is […]
FACT CHECK: No, Author J.K. Rowling Did Not Walk Away From An HBO Deal Because Of Wokeness Concerns
Posts It is made of threads Claims Harry Potter author JK Rowling has stepped away from the $150 million HBO deal, citing comfort concerns. Verdict: False The claim was born as a satire. There is no evidence that Rowling has left HBO’s deal. Fact check: Posts It is made of threads Claims Harry Potter author […]
U.S. Senate confirms Russ Vought, a Project 2025 author, to manage the nation’s budget • Tennessee Lookout
WASHINGTON – The US Senate voted Thursday to confirm Russ’s Vocant as Director of the Office of Management and Budget to help one of the architects of Project 2025 and anyone who wants to erode Congressional control over government spending I gave it. Vought, who worked as OMB director during President Donald Trump’s inauguration, was […]
‘White Fragility’ Author Robin DiAngelo Allegedly Plagiarized Minority Scholars In Doctoral Thesis
Robin DiAngelo is facing allegations of plagiarism, according to a complaint recently filed with the University of Washington, the Free Beacon reports. of Complaints The author of the book “White Fragility” is accused of failing to properly cite or attribute sources, including the work of several minority scholars, in his doctoral dissertation, “Whiteness in Interracial […]
Baldwin County children’s author suggests Prattville policies as model for local libraries
The newly formed Platteville Library Board changed its policy last Thursday, including banning LGBTQ content aimed at minors, and other groups are taking notice. Karin Wellhausen Tanks, a member of the Facebook group Faith, Family and Freedom Coalition, shared with the group an article from the far-right website 1819 News detailing the library's policy changes, […]
Virtual author talks with bestselling authors at Main Library in Yuma | Yuma
photo courtesy unsplash Yuma — The Yuma County Library District hopes to continue its series of Virtual Author Conversations with best-selling authors and thought leaders. Each event will be streamed live at the Main Library and Foothills Library. Alternatively, you can join remotely by registering for the event at: https://libraryc.org/yumalibrary/upcoming Tuesday, August 15, 1:00 p.m. […]
Kingman, AZ Author Publishes Children’s Book
(PRLeap.com) A new book by Nancy Moschkau, Freddy the Frog of Frogs Corners, USA, is now available from Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc. This book is the first in a series of many about the frog community in Frogs Corners, USA. Nancy Moshkau aims to deliver positive messages to young readers about the importance of education, […]
Virtual Author Talks with best selling authors at Yuma County Library | Yuma
photo courtesy unsplash Yuma — The Yuma County Library District hopes to continue its series of virtual author talks with best-selling authors and thought leaders. Each event will be streamed live at the Main Library and Foothills Library. Alternatively, you can join remotely by registering for the event at: https://libraryc.org/yumalibrary/upcoming Wednesday, June 7, 1:00 p.m. […]