Lauren Groff, who has written several Florida-themed novels, appeared on The Florida Roundup to discuss opening an independent bookstore in Gainesville in response to Florida's book bans, and other topics.
Selected people read aloud excerpts and poems from books banned or challenged by the Florida state government, or works that have been challenged in the past. Topics included literature exploring African Americans, anti-war themes and the Holocaust. Attendees were also given the chance to take home a banned book.
Nam Nguyen, a playwright from Ontario, came out on top in the Jeopardy! episode that aired on Monday, April 22, beating reigning champ Marko Saric as well as challenger Elly Trickett.
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