In this episode of The Book Faire Podcast, we break down the Books Save Lives Act of 2026, recently introduced by Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley to combat the rise in school library book bans. Host Anthony explores how this federal legislation aims to protect inclusive literature and support the freedom to read nationwide.

We also provide an essential roundup of new children’s book releases, offering valuable insights for educators, librarians, and parents. The conversation covers critical library news updates, including the Eighth Circuit's ruling on Iowa’s book ban and the Minnesota Supreme Court's upcoming librarian case. Join us to learn how these legislative developments and new diverse titles are shaping the future of the elementary school classroom.

New Releases:

• Three Pieces of Broken Glass by Emily Barth Isler, illustrated by Vesper Stamper (Ages 4-8)
• Forbidden Mountain by Brandon Mull (Ages 8-12)
• My Sister, the Freak by Dani Jones (Ages 8-12)
• The Delta Codex by Deva Fagan (Ages 10+)
• Rialto by Kate Milford (Ages 10+)
• Forgive-Me-Not by Mari Costa (Ages 14+)