Tell us your story of reading freely!
August 9, 2024
Are you glad to have the freedom to read whatever you want? Tell us about it!
Washington Reads Freely is a new project where people from across the state share stories celebrating their right to read anything. The stories will then be collected and made available online during Banned Books Week in late September. Stories can be shared anonymously.
In 2023, the American Library Association reported that the number of titles targeted for censorship at public libraries increased a shocking 92% over the previous year. The goal of Washington Reads Freely is to positively affirm the right to read and highlight the importance of ensuring access to a diversity of ideas, stories, and perspectives.
People of all ages can submit their thoughts. Write about any aspect of the freedom to read, or use one of our prompts. Those who share their email address will be entered to win prizes during Banned Books Week. We’re excited to hear from you!