Category: Books & Literature
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Unraveling Family Secrets: The Impact of «Puzzle Dad» / «Puslespillet Pappa» on Understanding Norway’s WWII History
Tommy Halvorsen’s «Puzzle Dad» / «Puslespillet Pappa» explores Rolf Halvorsen’s discovery of his German soldier father and the resulting shame and silence experienced by war children in Norway. The book highlights how openness can heal the complex legacy of war and reshape family dynamics.
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The Dangers Facing LGBTQI Literature in Putin’s Russia
Putin’s Russia intensifies LGBTQI repression via literary crackdown, punishing «extremist» works. Cultural backlash and human rights violations are escalating, threatening free expression. Global solidarity is crucial.
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The Censorship Crisis: UK Libraries and the Dangers of Removing LGBTQ+ Books
UK libraries’ LGBTQ+ book removals raise free expression and inclusion concerns. This post examines library worker worries, censorship’s impact on marginalised voices, and diverse literature’s importance.
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«Prince & Knight»: Love, Courage, and the Battle for Acceptance
«Prince and Knight»: A love story sparking inclusivity in children’s literature, while parents of faith wants the school to teach their children hate towards the LGBTQ community and exclution.
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Target Drops Shane Dawson’s Books From Online & in-store!
Sanders Kennedy reports that Target are throwing out Youtuber Shane Dawson’s books after sexualising pre-teen and teen girls and racists comments.
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A new exploration of queer culture and activism in contemporary China
A new analysis of queer culture in contemporary Chinese art and literature and how it is driving political and social activism has been published by the pioneering University of Nottingham media studies scholar Hongwei Bao.