As the stack rises, the books’ pages fan out, creating a textured, layered effect reminiscent of pine branches. The varying sizes and colors of the book spines add depth and visual interest ...

Central Bucks School Board President Karen Smith was sworn in Monday night on a stack of books that have been banned or challenged. (Courtesy of Karen Smith) This segment aired on December 8, 2023.

Karen Smith, the new president of the Central Bucks County, Pa., school board, took her oath on a stack of contested library books at a Dec. 4, 2023 meeting.