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Banned Books Week

In the past few years, there have been more censorship attempts than at any time since the American Library Association began tracking it decades ago.

Though books continue to be banned, many books remain on the shelves of libraries because of the efforts of librarians and teachers who fight for our right to read. We celebrate Banned Books Week and salute all who work tirelessly on behalf of readers and writers.

Banned Books Week is September 18-24, 2022. We invite you to browse a compilation of HarperCollins titles (adult and children's) that have been banned and/or challenged. These books range from classics like To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee to contemporary works like The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood.

Unite Against Book Bans is a national campaign to protect the rights of everyone to access a variety of books, in libraries and elsewhere. HarperCollins is a proud partner of this program. 

If you're looking for additional resources to fight against censorship, check out the ALA's Banned and Challenged Books page.

Banned Books Week

Don't know much about Banned Books Week? Let in-house favorite Ken Davis help you out.  Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the ‘Don’t Know Much About…’ series, as well as America's Hidden History and A Nation Rising.  Here in the Library Marketing department, this subject is especially close to our hearts, as some of our favorite Harper books have been banned or challenged in the past, including modern classics like To Kill a Mockingbird and Their Eyes Were Watching God.  Check out Ken's post, and 10 Ways to Celebrate Banned Books Week, courtesy of the New York Times. 

-Virginia, Bobby, and Kayleigh

 

Banned Books Week!

What reminds you of Autumn? Pumpkins, apple-picking, that first brisk chill in the air? How about Banned Books Week? BBW takes place every year during the last week of September and recognizes the efforts of booksellers, teachers, and librarians who ensure that we, as citizens, have open access to information.  It's a time to reflect on the vital importance of our First Amendment rights. Take a peek at what Ken Davis has to say about BBW, get more info from the American Library Association, and check out this list of frequently challenged titles, including To Kill A Mockingbird, Native Son, Rebecca, and Brave New World.  What's your favorite challenged book? 

-Kayleigh    

Burn this Book

Over on the Roaring 20s I posted about Burn this Book, a provocative collection of essays on censorship and the power of the written word.  Edited by Toni Morrison, Burn this Book features literary heavyweights like Salman Rushdie, Orhan Pamuk, David Grossman and Nadine Gordimer.  Head on over to check it out!