The American Library Association’s Office for Intellectual Freedom (ALA OIF) released their annual list of most frequently challenged and and banned books of 2018 and both Raina Telgemeier’s Drama, and This One Summer by Jillian and Mariko Tamaki are included in…
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Conejo Valley, Return of the Asterisk Saga
Conejo Valley School District in California is reconsidering their policy of asterisking books with mature content on syllabuses – again. This policy, which has only been in effect for about 18 months, has generated controversy, news articles, and seemingly endless…
WA Slyly Forbids Nonprofit Book Donation to Prisoners
Without warning, Washington state’s Department of Corrections (WA DOC) enacted a policy banning direct book and comics donations from nonprofits to people incarcerated in the state. WA DOC claims this change is necessary to due to lack of resources available…
Support CBLDF with Exclusive, Signed Rick & Morty vs D&D and Lumberjanes GNs!
This week CBLDF is excited to offer our supporters exciting new signed premiums, only available through CBLDF! You can make a donation today to get your hands on the brand-new Rick & Morty vs Dungeons & Dragons TP with a CBLDF Exclusive…
Check out CBLDF at Portland City Hall for Comic Book Month Opening
Portland’s City Hall is going to be transformed for one night into a free, mini comics convention! Featuring more than 20 vendors, including CBLDF, local vendors, creators, publishers, and others that exemplify the strong comics community in Portland. This…
CBLDF Argues Against Expressive Content Restrictions In UN Guidelines
Recent draft guidelines circulated by a United Nations agency with the goal of expanding child protection also included provisions targeting expressive content, including comics, prose and other forms of artistic expression. Last week, CBLDF submitted comments on the draft that…
One Week Left! Get Humble Hot Date Bundle and Support Free Speech!
Just one week left to pay-what-you-want for $164 of visual novels, dating sims, and suggestive party games! Date a grasshopper, romance an island full of talking cats, travers the beautiful vistas of the American Southwest, and more – all while…
WonderCon Round-Up, CBLDF Exclusives Go Live!
Sadly WonderCon is over, but it was another great year at the Anaheim convention, and we want to thank all the creators and contributors who made it so successful! Check out the pictures below to get a glimpse of all…
Retailer Spotlight: Comix Experience Turns 30 Today!
Comix Experience in San Francisco is the type of local comics shop that fans envision when thinking of their dream neighborhood. On a basic level, it’s well lit, laid out with intention, utilizes display racks as well as copious bookshelves…
County Cancels Drag Queen Story Hour Against Library’s Wishes
Georgia’s Fulton County decided to cancel a popular Drag Queen Story Time with Miss Terra Cotta Sugerbaker without provided any explanation. Miss Sugarbaker, a character performed by Steven Igarashi-Ball, took to Facebook asking for supporters of the event to reach…