"It's shocking, isn't it, Ariel? The American Library Association maintains a list of Frequently Banned and Challenged Classics, and it's really surprising to see some personal favorites on there."
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Banned Books Week: Celebrating the Freedom to Read
A book worth banning is a book worth reading.We are now in the midst of the thirtieth anniversary of Banned Books Week, a celebration of the freedom to read and the importance of the First Amendment. Sponsored by the American Library Association since 1982, this week shines a light on the benefits of intellectual freedom and raises important questions about the themes, ideas, and concepts resonating—for better or for…See More
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Banned Books Week: Celebrating the Freedom to Read
A book worth banning is a book worth reading.We are now in the midst of the thirtieth anniversary of Banned Books Week, a celebration of the freedom to read and the importance of the First Amendment. Sponsored by the American Library Association since 1982, this week shines a light on the benefits of intellectual freedom and raises important questions about the themes, ideas, and concepts resonating—for better or for…See More
Julia Whitmore liked Laura's blog post Meet Bel Kaufman, 101-year-old Writer and Teacher
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"Glad you'll be rereading Kaufman's work, Jobi! Definitely interested to know how it goes the second time around."
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"Thanks, Lisa Ann. Always neat to connect with folks who saw the movie first and then enjoyed the book!"
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"Wow, Lola! How wonderful to connect with a cast member from the film adaptation of Bel's novel. I'm glad to feel the interview offered a worthy tribute to her work."
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"This is one of the best books I have ever read! After so many years, I am inspired by this piece to read it again."
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"I was forever moved by this book at a young age. After seeing the movie, I learned it is best to read the book. It is true, the story she told, for so many people. Bel Kaufman is an inspiration to writers and teachers. Such a beautiful, remarkable…"
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"I love this interview with Bel Kaufman. What a compassionate and compelling story teller.
I read the book when I was cast in the movie Up The Down Staircase starring Sandy Dennis in 1966.
The movie paid homage to this brilliantly honest…"
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Banned Books Week: Celebrating the Freedom to Read
Posted on October 2, 2012 at 12:00pm 2 Comments 1 Like
A book worth banning is a book worth reading.
We are now in the midst of the thirtieth anniversary of Banned Books Week, a celebration of the freedom to read and the importance of the First Amendment. Sponsored by the American Library Association since 1982, this week shines a light on the benefits of intellectual freedom and raises important questions about the themes,…
Continue Meet Bel Kaufman, 101-year-old Writer and Teacher
Posted on September 18, 2012 at 1:00pm 8 Comments 7 Likes
"All the time I was teaching, I was also writing short stories. I poured out everything," says bestselling writer Bel Kaufman.
In this video, Kaufman speaks about her initiation into an American classroom, when she enrolled in a New York City public school after immigrating with her family from Russia. Although Kaufman couldn't speak English, her teacher treated her kindly, and Kaufman was inspired to become a…
Celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week
Posted on May 8, 2012 at 10:41am 0 Comments 0 Likes
"I had a teacher named Colonel John Robert Doyle.... He would read my crummy poetry like it was written by Yeats.... He made the whole thing worthwhile for me," says bestselling author Pat Conroy, remembering his experience at the Citadel.
In support of National Teacher Day and Teacher Appreciation Week, I'm excited to share this moving video, which features Michael Chabon,…
Continue NaNoWriMo inspiration from Natalie Goldberg
Posted on November 1, 2011 at 9:32am 0 Comments 2 Likes
Happy NaNoWriMo! As today marks the start of what will be a massively busy month, I thought I'd take a second to share an inspiring video originally spotlighted on the NaNoWriMo blog. In it, author Natalie Goldberg shares insight on the value of writing practice and talks about how NaNoWriMo is a great way to jumpstart one's writing practice habits. Hit play to watch:…
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Meg Waite Clayton said… - Lauren, Welcome to She Writes. If you’re looking for a place to jump in, we’d love to have you join us in Publishing Industry News. Enjoy the site!
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- At 9:58pm on March 2, 2011,
Julia Barry said… 
Hi Lauren,
So glad you are here, and welcome to She Writes!
You can check out the Getting Started section to help you find your way around, or a great way to jump in is to get involved with our Groups.
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With the shift in distribution, has there been talks about change in costs ?
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