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An illustration of books banned multiple times in schools. Photo by Jane Mount.

The Danger of Banning Books

Kai Shabman, Literature Editor February 28, 2022

With a new wave of book bans, everyone has eyes on the school boards and officials about whether it is entirely fair. Books should be available to everyone. Banning books does nothing but hide history...

The authors of the “YA Truth or Dare Presented by YATL” panel start off by trying to figure out the flavor of the drinks in their bottles. Little does Becky Albertalli know, she will be picked as the first contestant. Authors pictured left to right: David Arnold, Julian Winters, Nic Stone, Becky Albertalli and Angie Thomas.

“YA” Cannot Wait to Hear about Decatur Book Festival 2018

Bella Angell, Editor-in-Chief September 17, 2018

Every year on Labor Day weekend, thousands of bibliophiles gather to meet authors, listen to panels and share their love for books. One stage in particular receives great attention every year: the Young...

Books upon books are waiting to be read during the hottest months of the year.

Summer Books Worth Reading

Isabella Higgins, Staff Writer May 16, 2014

Students are aching for school to end and summer to begin.  As the school days dwindle, and plans for summer expand, it is great to have a plan for every day during the break, but some days will just...

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