Books have the incredible power to inspire, educate, and ignite imaginations. Yet, throughout history, some of the most celebrated and influential literary works have been at the center of controversy, facing bans and challenges for various reasons. In the United States, a nation that values free expression, it might be a surprise that many iconic […]
The Top 10 Challenged Books For Banned Books Week: Books unite us
This year’s Banned Books Week theme is Books unite us. Censorship divides us. Banned Books Week which runs from September 26-October 2, 2021, is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read. The American Library Association typically held it during the last week of September. It spotlights current and historical attempts to censor books in […]