APLS blacklist grows to 82 books, including Amish romances
The list is a mix of books targeted by Clean Up Alabama, amish romance novels and right-wing books.
Alabama Public Library Service
Public comment period on APLS changes expected to start Feb. 1
The suggested changes could put conditions on state aid for local libraries.
Moms for Liberty sends letter to lawmakers urging action on libraries
The group lays out its objectives in the letter, including giving the state agency more control of local library collection policies.
APLS “blacklist” has just one book so far
The rest of the challenges have been farcical, Pack said, with fictitious addresses such as “Censorship, Alabama."
Both sides of library debate call for state library service to release “secret blacklist”
Without access to the list, it's unclear just how many books have been submitted, and how many have actually been added.
State library service launches citizen-driven “naughty list” for books
The list will not be published to the public, as it is intended to serve as a resource for librarians.
Ivey removes APLS board member who criticized threats against agency’s budget
Virginia Doyle questioned threats to rip funding away from the state agency over matters she said the board has no authority to address.
APLS board takes steps to amend code at Ivey’s request
Although the APLS executive board took its first action Thursday, it will be a long wait before the board can take a final vote on the matter.
State library service tables vote to discontinue ALA membership
Board members said they’d like more time and information to consider just what that move would mean for the library service.
Wahl plans to call for state library disaffiliation from ALA
John Wahl, ALGOP chair and Alabama Public Library Service board member, released a letter Wednesday detailing his plan.