“Women are the real architects of society.”

Before it was a bloody slasher film, I Know What You Did Last Summer was a quiet, psychological novel about four teenagers tormented by guilt. For author Lois Duncan, the film’s shift to graphic, sensationalized violence was especially painful. #IKWYDLS #IKnowWhatYouDidLastSummer #LoisDuncan #BooktoFilm #90sHorror #MovieAdaptation #BookVsMovie

“Being near him made me feel like my heart was still hopping.” What started as a cheeky jab at Mike Pence became a bestselling, award-winning children’s book about love, equality, and two very adorable bunnies. A Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo by Jill Twiss (illustrated by EG Keller) is defiant, sweet, and still one of the most banned books in America.#BannedBooks #LGBTQBooks #MarlonBundo #Bookstagram #KidLit #JohnOliver #TrevorProject #AIDSunited

May 5th is the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, highlighting the systemic violence faced by Indigenous women globally.

From secret libraries to banned book clubs, these 7 powerful reads show how words can challenge censorship, authoritarianism, and fear.

Judy Blume has long been celebrated for her candid and honest exploration of topics such as puberty, sexuality, and personal identity. Blume has been a recurring figure in the debate on censorship, both as an advocate against book banning and as the author of several frequently challenged books. Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret.… Read more: The Banned Books of Judy Blume

Toni Morrison’s words changed the landscape of American literature. From Beloved to Song of Solomon, she gave voice to the complexities of Black life with unmatched depth and poetic grace. Dive into her legacy, her activism, and the stories that continue to shape generations.

Fictional worlds offer us a mirror to examine the values, decisions, and forces shaping our reality. As we navigate uncertain times, these stories remind us of what’s at stake and what’s possible when we choose to confront challenges with courage, empathy, and vision. “Better never means better for everyone…It always means worse for some.” The… Read more: Echoes of Dystopia: 21 Novels That Feel Alarmingly Relevant in 2025

Yoshiko Uchida was a Japanese American author whose works address identity, resilience, and social justice, influenced by her internment experience.

George Sand, a pioneering 19th-century writer, challenged societal norms through her novels, advocating for women’s rights and personal freedom while exploring themes of love and identity.

bell hooks, a prolific author and social critic, challenged societal norms through her work. Addressing race, gender, and class, her commitment to love, education, and critical thinking continues to inspire.