Nashville Public Library launches ‘Freedom to Read’ marketing campaign

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — It's a matter that's taken maintain in Tennessee: books like "Maus" or "Stroll Two Moons" have been pulled from shelves.

While these books might be banned from some colleges, there may be nonetheless some other place you'll find them.

"Our job is just to make sure that in order for you it, it is right here for you," stated Public Information Officer for the Nashville Public Library, Ed Brown.

"'Maus' is all checked out proper now," stated Brown. "So we bought extra copies on order however as soon as phrase got round about what happened in McMinn County, we bought lots of holds."

These are just a few of the two million other supplies at the Nashville Public Library.

"Lots of people do not need to read these books; they do not want their kids to have to learn these books, or compelled to read these books, and that's high-quality," mentioned Brown. "However there are so much people who do, and we wish to be there for the individuals who do need to learn these materials."

And if you want to make your love for these supplies recognized, what higher means than with your library card? The 5,000 restricted version playing cards for the marketing campaign say "I learn banned books."

"We all watch the TV shows that we like; we all watch the different sports activities or root for the different groups we're a part of," said Brown. "Books are no different."

The purpose is to get the 5,000 library playing cards in the arms of new sign-ups this month.

"We're not making an attempt to be a push back — a drive pushing back against these choices — we need to be an alternative to say, in case you may not be able to get it there... you can get it right here," stated Brown.

The limited edition library playing cards are available so long as supplies last.