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Proudly carry banned books in a PEN America tote bag to support our work advocating for authors, educators, and the freedom to learn. Use code PENHOLIDAY for 20% off: https://bit.ly/3nUYmlQ. #BooksNotBans

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NYC! There's still time to register for PEN America's town hall, happening TONIGHT at 7PM ET. Join a panel of exceptional writers for a discussion on self-censorship from the perspective of the writer. RSVP for this free event here: https://bit.ly/3ot9VRh.

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On Wednesday 12/15, learn from anti-censorship experts, authors, and other student activists, and leave with the tools to question book removals, organize protests, and mobilize your community against this alarming, national trend. Register here: http://bit.ly/3DfZ94Y.

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