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Ellen Oh @ellenoh.bsky.social · May 29

I'm going to regret saying this but if you are using AI to write anything important, you are intellectually deficient or morally corrupt or inexcusably lazy.

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Ellen Oh @ellenoh.bsky.social · May 28

Over on IG I've been posting an AAPI book a day to celebrate AAPI heritage month. They are all kid lit and YA books except for 1 adult book I snuck in there, but it is by a YA author so it still counts. The beautiful thing is I have more books than days to celebrate. I couldn't do this 20 years ago.

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Indivisible ❌👑 @indivisible.org · May 12

THIS WEEK: House Republicans are deciding how many families and senior citizens they’ll kick off Medicaid, SNAP, early education, and countless other programs that working families rely on — all to fund tax breaks for billionaires.

Call your representative NOW if you live in a GOP district.

CALL NOW: Tell your Republican Representative You Don’t Want To Pay The Price For Their Billionaire Tax Breaks

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Celeste Ng @pronounced-ing.bsky.social · May 12

Just learned about HJ Res. 54, which aims to put an end to corporations being treated as people. If you have 5 min, call your rep (#s at reps.fyi or 5calls.org) and ask them to support it. Or send them an email, or use @resist.bot. www.congress.gov/bill/119th-c...

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We Need Diverse Books @weneeddiversebooks.bsky.social · May 12

Our statement regarding the firing of Dr. Carla Hayden (continued)

Graphic with neutral-colored background containing an official statement from We Need Diverse Books regarding the recent firing of Dr. Carla Hayden. The fourth part of the statement says, “Dr. Hayden once said that libraries are a “cornerstone of democracy—where information is free and equally available to everyone.” But right now across the U.S., libraries are under threat. We urge our fellow Americans to call your representatives and tell them to support continued federal funding for libraries nationwide. At We Need Diverse Books, we will do our part to carry on Dr. Hayden's legacy by protecting our libraries and the dedicated librarians who staff them.”

Graphic with neutral-colored background containing a pull-quote from former Librarian of Congress, Dr. Carla Hayden, that says: “Libraries are a cornerstone of democracy —where information is free and equally available to everyone.”

Graphic with neutral-colored background containing a five-photo collage showing former Librarian of Congress, Dr. Carla Hayden, speaking at a recent Walter Awards Ceremony held at the Library of Congress.

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We Need Diverse Books @weneeddiversebooks.bsky.social · May 12

We Need Diverse Books is proud to stand with Dr. Carla Hayden, who started her career as a children’s librarian in Chicago and who became the first woman and first Black appointee to serve as the Librarian of Congress.

Find our statement below ⬇️

A photograph of former Librarian of Congress, Dr. Carla Hayden, standing at a podium in the Library of Congress and speaking at a previous Walter Awards Ceremony. At the bottom of the photo is bold white text that says, “WNDB stands with Dr. Carla Hayden and condemns her firing.”

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Ellen Oh @ellenoh.bsky.social · May 12

Also, it was only because of this drama that I realized he was a supporter of JKR. Which was another crucial reason for my deep disappointment. I will always support the transgender community.

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The Horn Book @thehornbook.bsky.social · May 7

ON THE BLOCK: STORIES OF HOME edited by @ellenoh.bsky.social (Crown/ @randomhousekids.bsky.social) www.hbook.com/story/2025-s... #SummerReading #HBFamilyReading #FamilyReading #kidlit #Intermediate #MiddleGrade

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Ellen Oh @ellenoh.bsky.social · May 12

The whole King drama really encapsulates why we should never idolize people. Because they will always disappoint you. After all, they are human. I wish he had listened to marginalized voices and just apologized instead of doubling down. Now an author I loved since I was a child, is no longer a fave.

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Chris Hayes @chrislhayes.bsky.social · Apr 18

This is an obvious point, but cannot overstated. There is an enormous difference between deporting someone - where they get off a plane as a free citizen in their home country AND FUNNELING THEM INTO A BRUTAL PRISON FROM WHICH THEY HAVE NO CHANCE OF EVER EMERGING!!!

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Phil Bildner @philbildner.bsky.social · Apr 16

Thanks to the Howard County Public School System, on Friday April 25, @ellenoh.bsky.social and I will be keynoting the HCPSS Pride "Reimagine the Rainbow Community Event" at Centennial High School in Maryland.

Registration for this event is required

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Registration for the HCPSS Reimagine the Rainbow Community Event on Friday, April 25th, 2025

Thank you for your interest in attending the HCPSS Reimagine the Rainbow Community Event. Please read this form thoroughly before making and submitting your selections. This event will be held in-p...

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · Apr 15

Let’s be clear. When the President defies the Supreme Court, it is the role of Congress to remove him from office. Full stop.

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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @aoc.bsky.social · Apr 15

I cannot convey enough how grateful I am to the millions of you all supporting us with your time, resources, and energy.

Your support has allowed us to rally people together at record scale to organize their communities.

All with an average donation of $21.

THANK YOU & Pa’lante 🙏🏽♥️

Oliver Hidalgo-Wohlleben @oliverhw.bsky.social · Apr 15

News: AOC had her strongest ever quarter, raising over $9.5m from 266k individual donors for an average of just $21.

AOC doesn’t take a dollar from lobbyists or corporate PACS. Our top donor professions are teachers and nurses. 64% were first time contributors.

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Chanda Prescod-Weinstein 🌌 @chanda.blacksky.app · Apr 14

I hope everyone remains safe and also that people know that a corporate spaceflight of only women astronauts for a company owned by a deeply destructive billionaire who is enabling fascism is just public relations for fascism and has absolutely nothing to do with feminism

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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @aoc.bsky.social · Apr 14

20,000 in ruby red Utah on their feet, in community, and ready to organize for a better world.

A better world is possible.

Acyn @acyn.bsky.social · Apr 14

Strong moment from AOC’s speech in Utah

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Ellen Oh @ellenoh.bsky.social · Apr 14

Dear all women,
If you get married, KEEP YOUR NAME!
If they want to take away our right to vote, then let's make Mrs. an obsolete honorific.

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Ellen Oh @ellenoh.bsky.social · Apr 8

Here's my daily medicine to get through these dark days.

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American Library Association @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social · Apr 8

NEW: ALA is going to court to stop the President’s attempts to illegally dismantle the Institute of Museum & Library Services.

The President does not have the authority to destroy a federal agency. That's why we're taking action with our co-plaintiff @afscme.bsky.social. #ForOurLibraries (1/3)

We're suing Trump to save library funding. Show up for our libraries, American Library Association.

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Greg Pak @gregpak.net · Apr 7

I have been saying this when I call my reps to yell at them. Now I can say "As Justice Sotomayor says..."

Call your reps and demand they call for the release of Mahmoud Khalil and all of the other detained students as well as the folks sent to the concentration camp in El Salvador.

reps.fyi

jon ben-menachem @jbenmenachem.com · Apr 7

Sotomayor: "The implication of the Government’s position is that not only noncitizens but also United States citizens could be taken off the streets, forced onto planes, and confined to foreign prisons with no opportunity for redress if judicial review is denied unlawfully before removal"

Steve Vladeck @stevevladeck.bsky.social · Apr 7

#BREAKING: 5-4 Court, with Barrett joining the three Dem. appointees in dissent *vacates* Chief Judge Boasberg’s temporary restraining orders in the Alien Enemy Act cases. Judicial review must be available, Court holds, but has to come through habeas petitions:

www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/24p...

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Ellen Oh @ellenoh.bsky.social · Apr 4

I've been screaming inside my head so much I can't think anymore. I hate what's happening to us so much. Even ice cream and donuts can't make me feel any better. The only thing that makes me feel a modicum of happiness is this:

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We Need Diverse Books @weneeddiversebooks.bsky.social · Apr 2

WNDB is excited to share a first look at the cover for THE HOUSE NEXT DOOR by Ellen Oh! Forthcoming from @harperkids.bsky.social this Fall!

📅 Releasing September 30th, 2025
💻 Pre-order > bit.ly/3Rq7E6Q

An olive green graphic titled “Cover Reveal”. Beneath the title text is a thumbnail image of the final cover for “The House Next Door” by Ellen Oh. The illustration shows three young characters and a white cat standing at the top of some basement stairs, armed with a flashlight, a tennis racket, and a frying pan. At the bottom of the stars are dark, ghoulish creatures reaching out with their claws and lying in wait for the young characters to descend. At the bottom of the graphic is a white bubble containing the book’s release date: September 30th, 2025.

An olive green graphic sharing a brief plot summary for “The House Next Door” by Ellen Oh. The body text reads as follows: “For fans of Not Quite Ghost and Ghost Squad, acclaimed middle grade author Ellen Oh of Spirit Hunters and an APALA Honoree delivers a new spooky novel about young hero Rory and the creepy house next door. Home is where the sinister lives. Rory Parker knows not to step a foot in, on, or around the house next door. He’s seen things creeping in the shadows, has had encounters with spirits, and lost a best friend to the house’s malevolence. But when his new neighbors, Jack and his lovable family, move into the house next door, Rory makes it his duty to protect them at all costs. But the vicious forces lying within the house are plotting something evil, something that puts Jack’s little sister in extreme danger. Soon, Rory understands he’ll need the help of his new friend and some friendly ghosts in order to stand a chance at defeating whatever lurks within its walls for good. But what exactly lives in the house next door, and will Rory and Jack find out in time to save the day, or can its evil never be evicted?”

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We Need Diverse Books @weneeddiversebooks.bsky.social · Apr 3

To kick off the inaugural #WeNeedDiverseBooksDay, WNDB is also committing to donating 10,000 diverse titles across the country in 2025. We believe that diverse books ought to be read and celebrated, especially now as book bans disproportionately target them.

Thank you for all your support!

Multi-colored pastel graphic with bold text that says, “To kick off the inaugural We Need Diverse Books Day, WNDB is also committing to donating 10,000 diverse titles across the country in 2025!”

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We Need Diverse Books @weneeddiversebooks.bsky.social · Apr 3

Today is #WeNeedDiverseBooksDay!

If you’re celebrating, tag us so we can follow along with the festivities!

Unsure of what to read? We’ve recommended titles for all ages, and you can win ALL of them in our special giveaway, only on Instagram 🎉

🎁 bit.ly/4cd5vVE

Multi-colored pastel graphic with black title text at the top that says, “Want a chance to win ALL of our recommended #WeNeedDiverseBooksDay books?” Beneath the text are twenty-six thumbnails of the titles WNDB officially recommended to celebrate We Need Diverse Books Day. The titles include: “Miles of Style,” “The Wedding Shoe Snatch,” “Piano Wants to Play,” “Laolao’s Dumplings,” “Berry Song,” “Freewater,” “The Beautiful Game,” “Nic Blake and the Remarkables,” “Boy, Everywhere,” “Eagle Drums,” “Time and Time Again,” “Warrior Girl Unearthed,” “When the Mapou Sings,” “This Ravenous Fate,” “The Black Girl Survives in This One,” “All We Were Promised,” “The Rodeo Queen,” “The Inheritance of Orquidea Divina,” “Our Missing Hearts,” “Ayiti,” “The Reading Adventure,” “Fresh Ink,” “Flying Lessons & Other Stories,” “The Hero Next Door,” “A Universe of Wishes,” and “On the Block.”

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We Need Diverse Books @weneeddiversebooks.bsky.social · Apr 1

It’s no joke, our friends at @bookshop.org are helping us celebrate #WeNeedDiverseBooksDay with a special promo code! 🛍️📚

Shop Bookshop.org on April 3rd and use the code “WNDB25” at checkout to get 15% off your purchase!

Graphic with a deep purple ombre background. White title text says, “Celebrate We Need Diverse Books Day with Bookshop.org”. Beneath the title is a row of white perforated tickets, the centermost which says, “15% Off using the code WNDB25” in dark purple lettering. Beneath the ticket in small white font is a note with an asterisk that says, “only active Thursday, April 3rd” and “excludes e-book purchases”.

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Ellen Oh @ellenoh.bsky.social · Apr 3

They're consolidating & hoarding generational wealth & power. That's what these tariffs & tax breaks are all about. All the money & power will remain in their families for generations while the rest of us can't break out of the neverending cycle of debt & poverty. And we simply let them do it to us.

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