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booksWednesday, June 17, 2026

Marvel comics and library bans lead the day

Today's book news is split between Marvel's aggressive comic slate and a troubling library censorship story. Two major Marvel one-shots were announced, while Essex libraries face backlash for banning LGBTQ+ promotion.

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#01you.38degrees.org.ukJun 17
Essex libraries should be for everyone!

Essex County Council's ban on LGBTQ+ materials in libraries is a serious escalation in culture-war battles over public spaces. The petition framing it as a matter of inclusivity vs. hate will likely draw national attention.

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#04blog.lauramichet.comJun 17
Still using the XTEink X4

A long-term user report on the XTEink X4 e-reader confirms it's a viable daily driver for reading, especially for genre fiction. Practical, not hype-driven.

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Marvel comics and library bans lead the day | Books Roundup · 17 Jun