read & support these banned books!
book bans and challenges are on a huge rise across the US, and we need to do everything we can to support these stories and others!
queer books and books by all marginalized authors are often the first to be targeted. and although Florida tends to come to mind when someone mentions book banning, both of these have been banned in several other states. book bannings happen EVERYWHERE!
last night at the telegraph club is a beautiful historical fiction coming-of-age story. it’s all about figuring out your own identity and it has so much lovely representation.
if you’re more of a spooky reader, cemetery boys is so much fun! this follows a boy desperate to prove himself as a brujo to his traditional family. when he brings back the wrong spirit … chaos ensues.
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Book bans in the U.S. have escalated alarmingly, often targeting queer and marginalized authors. This suppression not only limits diversity in literature but also silences vital narratives that resonate with many readers. By championing banned books, like 'Last Night at the Telegraph Club', which chronicles the identity struggles of a Chinese American teenager, we embrace the importance of representation in storytelling. Similarly, 'Cemetery Boys' by Aiden Thomas explores themes of family and culture through a Latinx lens, proving how essential it is to elevate these voices. Reading these books enriches our understanding of different perspectives and historical contexts, making it crucial to support them through advocacy and sharing. Engaging with banned literature is not just an act of reading; it is a stance against censorship and a commitment to fostering inclusivity in literature.
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