Kirk Cameron, Publisher Claims Thousands of People Flocked to His Story Hour after Library Reports Backtrack Opposition
Kirk Cameron and the publisher of his new children’s book claimed thousands flocked to his story hour after one of the libraries that initially refused to host him over his new faith-based children’s book reportedly reversed course, something the library is disputing.
Brave Books and the 52-year-old actor shared a clip on Instagram showing what they said were thousands of people who turned up to the Indianapolis Public Library Thursday to hear Cameron talk about his book “As You Grow.”
“In 137 years of the Indianapolis Public Library’s history, NEVER ONCE have they had over 2,500 people show up to a single event,” Brave Books captioned their post showing large crowds sitting or standing to hear Cameron discuss his new book.
“UNTIL TODAY,” The company was also added. “After being refused or ignored by over 50 libraries to read the new children’s book ‘As You Grow,’ Indianapolis Library allowed us to come host a story hour. Needless to say, we showed up with a few friends!”
“No longer will Christians be silent,” The publisher did not stop. “No longer will we be shut away. We will be here, we will stand strong & we will show the world how many of us there really are! Thank you to everyone who gave up their morning to join us! This movement is beginning!”
Cameron’s sister, actress Candace Cameron BureAlso, the news, messaging about the post was celebrated “Praise the Lord. Christians showing up.”
The publisher also tweeted a longer clip that showed long lines outside the library, waiting to get in for the event.
This is a message for all libraries in the United States.
In 137 years of the Indianapolis Public Library’s history, NEVER ONCE have they had over 2,500 people show up to a single event.
UNTIL NOW. pic.twitter.com/sFI9Gv4Q5g
— BRAVE Story Hour (@BraveBooksUS) December 29, 2022
After the publisher’s tweet, the Indianapolis Public Library tweeted The claim that 2,500 people attended was inaccurate and it wasn’t the largest ever crowd that the library has ever seen. In April 2023, the Indianapolis Public Library will turn 150.
“We are being inaccurately portrayed in news/social after a room rental yesterday,” the library’s post read. “Our estimated door count during the event is around 750, not 2500. We’ve had larger events. We turn 150 yrs old in 2023. And our auditorium, which our guests chose not to rent, holds 300, not 2000.”
The “Growing Pains” Star recently celebrated After he stated that two libraries had changed their minds about hosting a Cameron Story Hour, he suggested it should be a message for Christians and conservatives. “to be brave.”
The actor’s publicist told Fox News One library near New York City and one in Indiana “caved.” After they initially refused to host Cameron, he threatened legal action.
Cameron We spoke previously with The Daily Wire Find out more about the hosting of public libraries “Drag Queen Story Hours” He refused to host him at his book readings, which he described as “a terrible experience.” “Pro-God and pro-family and Biblical values.”
Brave books previously noted that Cameron hadn’t been booked for a “single children’s story hour at a public library in America,” He added that more 50 public libraries had rejected him outright or not responded to his requests.
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