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The House Education Quality Subcommittee voted 13-5 along party lines to support the measure, with sponsor Stan McClain, R-Ocala, pushing back against opponents who characterized it as enabling book bans.

Exile Andy Gomez needed to answer his grandsons' questions about Cuba — and why he left it. So the University of Miami scholar wrote a children's book.

We discuss the variety of books written about Florida and the authors who live here.

A good book goes great with a drink. Here are some recommendations.

Heid suggested that none of the 16 books be removed from the system, but also said that some should be pulled from — or added to — certain grade levels.

The committees held their first meeting Tuesday night. They consist of 34 adults including parents and community members, and 15 high school juniors and seniors.

The books have not been banned, but removed for the time being, while a thorough review of each piece takes place, according to the district.

Several people who testified in favor of the bill advocated for the removal of books that they said contained sexually explicit content or material that was not age-appropriate.

Republican state Rep. Sam Garrison says he'd use the money to screen school books harder. Opponents say good candidates won't run without pay.

Every morning, you'll find the two strolling the banks of Lake Jackson. Many of their excursions are included in the book.

By Robin Sussingham and Stephanie ColombiniSummer can be a great time to catch up on reading, so this week Florida Matters is offering up recommendations…

By Robin Sussingham and Stephanie ColombiniSummer can be a great time to catch up on reading, so this week Florida Matters is offering up recommendations…