Hong Kong national security police detained bookseller Mandy Lau on July 15. She was taken from her premises, Have A Nice Stay, while wearing a shirt identifying herself as a bookstore clerk. The simplicity of her clothing highlighted the tension surrounding the act of selling books. Lau was released on bail two days after her initial apprehension. Her case reflects the increasing pressure on intellectual freedom in the city. The act of identifyingBS claiming the identity of a bookseller has become a risky endeavor. This incident underscores the tightening grip ofB of security forces on local bookstores. It serves as a stark reminder of the current climate of censorship in Hong Kong.