Community & Books: Lakeland’s No Covers nonprofit raised support with “The Plot: A Mystery Author Event,” where seven authors were introduced via clues before readings tied to Florida and beyond. Banned Books Week: PEN America reports a record 11,982 book ban incidents in U.S. public schools in 2025-26, with Florida and Texas among the biggest drivers; the most targeted title was Patricia McCormick’s “Sold.” Local Libraries & Censorship Pressure: The surge is part of a broader push that also hits libraries, with PEN noting challenges rising sharply since 2020 and more removals tied to new state laws. Publishing & Rights: A legal explainer on trademark use reminds publishers and creators that marks don’t automatically block truthful reference, comparison, criticism, parody, or resale. New Book Releases: Tampa-area author Claire L. Feagley’s “The Toxicity Tax” tackles the real costs of workplace dysfunction, while Ballast Books promotes “Silent to Spoken” and “The Atomic Morning Miracle.” Media Training: Poynter launched a self-directed vertical video course for journalists, aimed at turning reporting into short-form social content.