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Books change lives—and protecting the right to read has never been more urgent. The Banned Books 2027 Wall Calendar, officially licensed by PEN America, highlights the power of literature and the ongoing fight against book bans across the country. Each month features an illustrated collection of frequently challenged books, reminding us why these works matter while under threat. A portion of proceeds goes directly to PEN America, helping to defend free expression and ensure that diverse voices remain accessible to all. Both a practical calendar and a call to action, this is a year-long celebration of the books that shape our world.  Featuring 12 full illustrated color of banned book cover art by Jane MountBonus spread for September–December 2026Generous grids for adding appointments and remindersIncludes major official world holidaysIncludes moon phasesOpens to 12 inches x 24 inches

The Sentences That Create Us draws from  the unique insights of over fifty justice-involved contributors and their allies to offer inspiration and resources for creating a literary life in prison. Centering in the philosophy that writers in prison can be as vibrant and capable as writers on the outside, and have much to offer readers everywhere,  The Sentences That Create Us aims to propel writers in prison to launch their work into the world beyond the walls, while also embracing and supporting the creative community within the walls.The Sentences That Create Us is a comprehensive resource writers can grow with, beginning with the foundations of creative writing. A roster of impressive contributors including Reginald Dwayne Betts (Felon: Poems), Mitchell S. Jackson (Survival Math), Wilbert Rideau (In the Place of Justice) and Piper Kerman (Orange is the New Black), among many others, address working within and around the severe institutional, emotional, psychological and physical limitations of writing prison through compelling first-person narratives. The book’s authors offer pragmatic advice on editing techniques, pathways to publication, writing routines, launching incarcerated-run prison publications and writing groups, lesson plans from prison educators and next-step resources.Threaded throughout the book is the running theme of addressing lived trauma in writing, and writing’s capacity to support an authentic healing journey centered in accountability and restoration. While written towards people in the justice system, this book can serve anyone seeking hard won lessons and inspiration for their own creative—and human—journey.