Contemporary Challenges
Below is an array of contemporary books that have been challenged and/or banned in recent years. How many have you read? Are you surprised to see any of the books on here? What are your thoughts on books being blocked … Continued
Challenging the Classics
Below is an array of classic books that have been challenged and/or banned in recent years. How many have you read? Are you surprised to see any of the books on here? What are your thoughts on books being blocked … Continued
Most Banned Book in America
For the second year in a row, the top banned book in the USA is Gender Queer, a graphic novel about the author’s exploration of gender. It was the most attacked book in every New England state, including New Hampshire. … Continued
Who Do Book Bans Target?
Banned Books Week highlights the need for everyone to have access to a wide range of reading materials. Who do book bans target the most? An estimated 41% of book challenges and bans are against books that feature LGBTQIA+ characters. … Continued
Banned Books Week & the Freedom To Read
Banned Books Week is October 1-7. Every year, libraries across the country participate in Banned Books Week to shine a light on what it means to have free, open access to information and to bring together the reading community in … Continued