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Scholastic Book Fair Moves to Silo LGBTQ+ Books

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The publisher said the move is intended to protect librarians and teachers in states with censorious laws. Some authors say they’re making it too easy for book-banners.

Kelly Weill

Published Oct. 16 2023 5:56PM EDT

Interior of Bel and Bunna Books, an independent bookstore featuring children's books in Lafayette, California. — Smith Collection/Gado/Getty Images

Kelly Weill

Kelly Weill

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