- Randall Munroe (creator of one of my favorite comics, xkcd) tackles a question I’ve often wondered about: was it ever possible for anyone to read everything written in English? (LitHub)
- Alexandra Alter and Elizabeth A. Harris report on the alarming rise in book banning efforts in recent years, with data from the American Library Association. (The New York Times)
- Matthew Zapruder turns to poetry for comfort and understanding in difficult times. (LitHub)
- Nikki DeMarco also feels the psychological benefit of poetry. (Book Riot)
- Jonna Perillo compares the current wave of book banning to one attempted by the notorious Joseph McCarthy, arguing that this one is more dangerous. (The Washington Post)
- Rijula Das explores how violence—especially sexual violence—is euphemized in popular culture. (CrimeReads)
- Speaking of advice, Emma Sarappo has some great ideas for keeping your book group on track. (The Atlantic)
- Leslie Jamison writes in praise of Choose Your Own Adventure books. (The New Yorker)
- Bruce Handy looks at current and historical examples of weaponized words. (LitHub)
- Ben Blanchet reports on a delightful development in Wellington, Colorado, after a resident presented a list of books they wanted banned from the local library: the town board voted to ban book bans. (Huffington Post)
- …and here’s this week’s installment of censorship news, via Book Riot.
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