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Who decided what is on our library shelves?

Brenda Valdivia

Posted on October 14, 2021 · Experts examine the role of challenged books in society and education.

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Houston Public Library launches self-service book kiosk at Hobby Airport

Adam Zuvanich

Posted on November 27, 2023 · The new "BOOKLink" machine at the south Houston airport contains 100-plus traditional paper books and also provides free access to hundreds of e-books and audiobooks.

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Banned book mobile to stop in Houston Saturday

Sarah Grunau

Posted on October 3, 2023 · From July to December last year, 1,477 books were challenged, according to PEN America.

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Harris County Public Library marks Banned Book Week with new “book sanctuary” status

Rebecca Noel

Posted on October 2, 2023 · Banned Book Week runs from Oct. 1-7 nationwide. Texas currently leads the country in the number of books banned in its schools.

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Training the next generation of social workers at UH-Downtown

Joshua Zinn

Posted on September 27, 2023 · UHD students studying social work learn how to help kids still experiencing pandemic-related grief and trauma.

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