In an age when access to information and diverse ideas is increasingly under threat, the importance of libraries has never been clearer. That’s where I Love Libraries comes in — a vibrant advocacy and resource hub dedicated to celebrating libraries, fighting censorship, and supporting the freedom to read.
What Is I Love Libraries?
I Love Libraries is more than a website — it’s a movement. Built for readers, parents, educators, librarians, and curious minds everywhere, it brings together stories, resources, and actions that highlight the power of libraries in communities.
You’ll find things like:
- Library advocacy news — updates on book challenges, intellectual freedom issues, and how communities are responding.
- Resources to help fight censorship — tools and information for defending access to books in schools and libraries.
- Ways to take action — from volunteering to supporting campaigns that protect intellectual freedom.
- Celebrations of library heroes — including awards and stories that spotlight librarians making a real difference.
Libraries: More Than Just Books
Libraries have always been cornerstones of learning, community engagement, and inclusion — places where people can explore new ideas, challenge assumptions, and grow. Today’s libraries do all that and more: they support digital literacy, provide safe spaces, offer access to technology, and serve as hubs for lifelong learning.
And at a time when attempts to restrict or remove books are increasing, platforms like I Love Libraries help shine a light on what’s happening while sharing inspiring ways communities are pushing back.
How You Can Get Involved
At The Banned Book Shop, we believe books belong on shelves — not in chains. If you care about the freedom to read, here are a few easy ways to jump in:
- Visit I Love Libraries and explore their resources: ilovelibraries.org
- Share a link or an article with a friend who loves books (or needs a reminder why access matters).
- Support your local library — borrow, donate, volunteer, attend events, and show up when it counts.
Books Are Freedom
Every book tells a story — and every reader deserves the chance to discover one. Advocacy matters. Community action matters. I Love Libraries is a reminder of the power of libraries to protect our rights and keep the joy of reading alive.