Choose a Banned Book for my BINGO Challenge!!

I’m checking off my “banned book” square for Book BINGO, but I want YOU to choose what I read!

I’ve picked 4 banned or frequently challenged books, and I’m letting YOU decide which one makes it to the top of my list.

Drop the number of your pick in the comments, and whichever gets the most votes is the one I’m reading next!

Let’s see what we land on.

#bookishalgorithm #tiktoklearningcampaign #booktok #bannedbooks

4/14 Edited to

... Read moreParticipating in a Book BINGO challenge is a great way to push your reading boundaries, especially when it comes to banned or frequently challenged books. These books often spark intense discussions about censorship, social issues, and freedom of expression. For example, some popular banned titles include classics like "Lolita" by Vladimir Nabokov or contemporary hits such as "They Both Die at the End" by Adam Silvera. Each comes with its unique themes, reflecting different cultural or political tensions. Choosing a banned book yourself can feel impactful because it allows you to engage with stories that challenge societal norms or highlight marginalized voices. In the past, I’ve selected banned books that explore complex social topics—this not only broadened my perspective but also deepened my appreciation for the power of literature. When selecting your banned book for reading, consider what kinds of stories resonate with you or what issues you want to understand better. Encouraging community participation, like voting on a book, adds a social element that makes the experience even more enjoyable. It motivates readers to connect, share opinions, and even debate the reasons behind why certain books face censorship. If you like, you can also create a list of banned books in your own reading circle or social media to spark more awareness. For readers looking to start, aim to pick books with themes or authors that inspire curiosity or empathy. Whether it's paranormal fiction, romance, or a novel set in your birth month or country, banned books often carry powerful messages. Overall, taking part in reading challenges that include banned books can be enlightening and enriching. It helps combat the stigma surrounding these titles and promotes a more informed perspective on why literature matters. So, get involved in these challenges, vote, discuss, and enjoy the experience of reading beyond boundaries!

2 comments

📖📖📖's images
📖📖📖

The GIVER. One of my FAVORITES.

Allyson McCollum - Author's images
Allyson McCollum - Author

The Giver

Related posts

A hand holds a stack of books, with the title "BANNED BOOKS to read right now!" overlaid in red and white text, set against a blurred background of a bookshelf.
A hand holds George Orwell's "1984" with its red and black cover. Text overlay lists reasons for its banning, including pro-communist ideals and critique of totalitarianism.
A hand holds "Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl" with Anne's portrait on the cover. Text overlay indicates it was banned for accurate depictions of the Holocaust and Anne's curiosity about sexuality.
banned books you should read ❌📖🏛️
with the tumultuous nature of the world right now, these are some really great stories that educate or warn readers about lots of things. these are just the banned books that i own, but there are SO many more that you should check out! - 1984 by george orwell - anne frank: the diary of a young
ayersellie

ayersellie

15.2K likes

An aisle in a bookstore with shelves full of books, featuring overlay text 'banned AND CHALLENGED books TO READ right now!'. The image sets the theme for discussing controversial literature.
A hand holds J.D. Salinger's 'The Catcher in the Rye', with overlay text indicating it was banned for sexual content, defamatory statements to God, and profanity. Bookshelves are visible in the background.
A hand holds Mark Twain's 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn', with overlay text stating it was banned for racist content and vulgar language. Bookshelves are in the background.
controversial and banned books to read ❌📖
i’ve been looking a lot into banned and challenged books and what that exactly means. when a book is banned, that means that it has been removed from a collection (something like a library or state) due to a challenge to its content, morals, or themes. have any of you read any of these? what did
ayersellie

ayersellie

8463 likes

banned books to read right now 📚‼️
these books aren’t banned everywhere, so you can absolutely find these books in lots of schools and bookstores around the world, but there are certain places where these books are not available for anyone!! if you still have access to these books, read them!!! ⭐️ - The Jungle by Upton Sinclair:
ayersellie

ayersellie

2617 likes

A Barnes & Noble display sign reads "DISCOVER WHAT BANNED BOOKS YOU'VE BEEN MISSING," surrounded by various books like Catch-22, Wool, and Red Rising, highlighting a banned books section.
A bookstore display features various banned books including Alas, Babylon, Catch-22, Wool, Red Rising, Slaughterhouse-Five, Animal Farm, A Thousand Splendid Suns, Ready Player One, The Outsiders, and The Hate U Give.
A collection of books on display, featuring titles such as The Bell Jar, Sing, Unburied, Sing, One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, To Kill a Mockingbird, and The Perks of Being a Wallflower.
Barnes & Noble Banned Books Edition 🚫📚
If it’s banned, it’s probably worth reading, right? Twice a week, my daughter and I visit Barnes & Noble. This week, we binge-read the banned book section. Have you ever read any of these books? Here’s a summary of each one and the reasons they’ve been banned. 1. Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bra
𝐊𝐄𝐘𝐎𝐍𝐍𝐀❦

𝐊𝐄𝐘𝐎𝐍𝐍𝐀❦

7366 likes

Banned Books
Curious how they can choose what we get to read and what isn’t “allowed”.. also, where in Bridge to Terabithia was there ever “witchcraft”? Am I missing something? #bannedbooks #dogearedbooks #bannedbooksweek #freedom #freedomofspeech
unstable_cha0s

unstable_cha0s

693 likes

A bookstore shelf with a large red overlay text stating 'BANNED and challenged BOOKS to read RIGHT NOW!' and 'according to the American Library Association'.
A disclaimer explains the American Library Association compiles data on book challenges. FAQs define challenged vs. banned books and explain why challenged books are found in bookstores.
A hand holds 'The Perks of Being a Wallflower' by Stephen Chbosky, challenged for being sexually explicit, LGBTQIA+ content, SA, drug abuse, and profanity.
banned books to read right now! 📚❌
i am really interested in why books are challenged and banned across the world and the United States. these are some of the more surprising ones that i found on the lists according to the American Library Association. i don’t agree with the banning of any books and think that the reasons that th
ayersellie

ayersellie

892 likes

4 banned books for you to read NOW 📚
these are some of the most common books that i see on banned book lists and so i wanted to make a post of just these ones :) ‼️ i always wanna give the disclaimer that i absolutely disagree with the banned or censoring of any books and that we as readers deserve to read and learn everything tha
ayersellie

ayersellie

1139 likes

A book-filled shelf with a red 'ban' symbol and text reading 'BANNED! CLASSICS 4 classics I couldn't put down,' introducing a list of controversial books.
The cover of 'Brave New World' by Vintage Huxley, surrounded by text describing it as mind-blowing, disturbing, and questioning progress and individuality, set against a bookshelf background.
The cover of 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, with text highlighting its dazzling yet tragic nature, exploring dreams vs. reality, love, and society's dark side, against a bookshelf background.
Banned Classics
They tried to ban these? 4 classics I couldn't put down Okay, hear me out. I've been diving into some "controversial" books lately, the ones people tried to ban or keep quiet. And guess what? They're not just good – they're freakin' amazing! These stories are raw, rea
Meredith Jao

Meredith Jao

1526 likes

Banned Books I found at B&N
Some of these don’t make sense!?? Can someone explain who’s putting these books on the banned list? #lemon8bookcommunity #bannedbooks #BookTok #lemon8books #bookstagram
Rachel Gwilliam🫸🏻📖🤏🏻✨

Rachel Gwilliam🫸🏻📖🤏🏻✨

1485 likes

🚫📚Banned Books You’ve Never Heard of!
🔥 Save this post for your next banned book haul! 🔥 Think banned books are just about the usual suspects? Think again. These lesser-known titles have been pulled from shelves across the U.S. for reasons that might surprise you. From challenging societal norms to featuring diverse perspectives, th
melanie (✿◦’ᴗ˘◦)

melanie (✿◦’ᴗ˘◦)

380 likes

Reading the most banned books
Confession time: I've been sneaking around with some *forbidden* reads lately. 🤫📚 You know, the kind that get people all riled up, the ones they try to hide away. And honestly? It's been *wild*. These books have taken me on an emotional rollercoaster – I've laughed, cried, gotten fir
Meredith Jao

Meredith Jao

609 likes

Bingo goals ❤️💕
I live on my happy planner and am addicted to pens and stickers. I am really great at writing down what I want to achieve in the month but then fail to follow through - or even worse, follow through and forget about it and don't give myself credit. I saw someone else on here post a self care bi
Brokiieeee 💕

Brokiieeee 💕

433 likes

A hand holds a thick book, showing its pages from the side, against a blurred bookshelf background. Overlay text reads "This book is BANNED in prison," with "lemon8 @sballred" and "lemon8bookclub" at the bottom.
A hand holds the red and blue cover of "THE 48 LAWS OF POWER" by Robert Greene, with a blurred bookshelf in the background. Overlay text shows "THE 48 LAWS OF POWER" and a "Goodreads Rating 4.13" with a star.
An open book displays its "CONTENTS" page, listing the first six laws of power, including "NEVER OUTSHINE THE MASTER." A search bar overlay asks, "What are the 48 laws of power," against a blurred bookshelf.
This book is BANNED in prison?! 😱
Explore the intricate web of power dynamics with “The 48 Laws of Power”. From Machiavellian strategies to the art of influence, this classic work reveals the secrets behind mastering the delicate balance of authority and manipulation. Uncover the keys to navigating the complex terrain of power dyna
SB Allred

SB Allred

626 likes

A physical copy of The 52 Book Club's 2025 Reading Journal, featuring a detailed illustration of books and reading accessories, is shown inside a cardboard box. Overlays read 'join Lemon8 Book Club' and 'Book lover life'.
An open page of The 52 Book Club 2025 Reading Journal displays a welcome message to 'HELLO BOOK FRIEND', detailing the club's history since 2018, its 50,000+ members, and the excitement for the eighth annual challenge.
An open page of The 52 Book Club 2025 Reading Journal lists 52 prompts for the reading challenge, including 'A PUN IN THE TITLE' and 'PUBLISHED IN 2025'. An overlay asks 'Which prompt should I do first?'.
Prep the 52 Book Club’s 2025 Reading Journal w Me✨
Hello, book friends and Lemon8 peeps! 📚✨ The 52 Book Club 2025 Reading Challenge Journal is here. (I made a previous post about the 2024 challenge.) It’s more than just a journal—an invitation to join a global community of passionate bookworms. With over 50,000 members worldwide, this challenge has
Hannahwillard

Hannahwillard

768 likes

BANNED book authors I recommend anyway
Defying bans with my favorite reads! Some books and authors have been banned in certain schools in the United States for their content. Here are some examples: - Ibi zoboi - Melissa Hart - Dashka Slater - Elana K. Arnold Sometimes, the most impactful stories are the ones that find
Meredith Jao

Meredith Jao

146 likes

A bullet journal spread titled "KINDLE LIBRARY" shows shelves drawn on grid paper, filled with hand-drawn books and small potted plants. Hands hold the journal open, displaying the reading tracker.
A bullet journal spread titled "BOOK BINGO" features a 5x5 grid with various reading challenges like "Read 50 books," "Book in french," and "Fake dating trope."
A decorative bullet journal spread for "BOOK BINGO" displays a 5x5 grid of reading prompts such as "A DUAL POV" and "PURPLE COVER," adorned with botanical and butterfly stickers.
book journal spreads (not mine) 🫶
#lemon8diarychallenge
Em🦋⭐️📖💙🫧

Em🦋⭐️📖💙🫧

10 likes

A dark, grand library with tall wooden bookshelves filled with books. Overlay text reads: '5 banned or challenged books For you to read In 2025 Part 1: Social Political Commentary'. A Lemon8 logo with username is in the bottom left.
The red and white cover of George Orwell's '1984' featuring a large eye. Text describes it as a dystopian novel about surveillance and unfairness. The Orwell Estate logo is visible.
The cover of Octavia Butler's 'Parable of the Sower' with an illustration of a woman. Text describes it as a dystopian future America ravaged by climate change and societal collapse. A 'Bestseller' badge is present.
Banned books Part 1: Social/Political Commentary
5 banned or challenged books for you to read in 2025 part 1: Social/Political Commentary 1. 1984 by George Orwell 2. Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler 3. Animal Farm by George Orwell 4. The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood 5. Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury #bannedbooks #reading
Nico Marella

Nico Marella

26 likes

The first part of a 'Banned Books Master List' featuring titles such as 'Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian,' 'Adventures of Huckleberry Finn,' 'American Psycho,' 'Anarchist Cookbook,' and 'Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret,' along with their authors.
The second section of a 'Banned Books Master List' displaying titles like 'Brave New World,' 'Captain Underpants,' 'Catcher in the Rye,' 'The Color Purple,' 'Cujo,' and 'Daddy's Roommate,' with their respective authors.
The third segment of a 'Banned Books Master List' including books such as 'Fahrenheit 451,' 'Fifty Shades of Grey,' 'The Giver,' 'Goosebumps (series),' 'The Grapes of Wrath,' and 'The Great Gatsby,' with authors.
Banned book pdf
Heres a look at the 2010 Banned books master list. Kind of crazy how they are getting rid of historical books, most kids probably don't even know about anne frank. #letschat #trending #bannedbooks Cr:https://www.vonnegutlibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/Banned-Books-Master-List.pdf
bear.kelz

bear.kelz

16 likes

Banned books collection
This is just a piece of my collection of banned books that I have been collecting for several years. If you have a favorite banned book, please feel free to share it in the comments. Will be posting a Part 2 soon! #bannedbooks #bannedbooktok #bannedbookschallenge #bannedbookrecommendation
youngsuperset_39

youngsuperset_39

731 likes

5 Banned Books to Read ( Banned Book Week)
🔥 They ban them, and we will STILL read them. During this banned book week, our banned book stack with Book Spark is fire—featuring Morrison, Johnson, Alexie, and Kobabe. These books confront racism, identity, sexuality, survival, and belonging. 📚 Each one was silenced for telling the truth—a
CiaraBee

CiaraBee

9 likes

Banned Books 📚
Here are some of my favorite banned books. Take a look at some of the reasons they were banned and see if you agree. #bannedbooks #lemon8challenge #trending #bannedbooktok @Lemon8 Book Club
Jessie

Jessie

44 likes

banned books to add to your list (pt. 2) 🚫📖
part 2 of a 4 part series!! very quick daily reminder that reading is, has always been, and will always be political! here are 5 young adult books to add to your banned books reading list! 📖 monday's not coming by tiffany d. jackson (will make you cry!!!) 📖 the black flamingo by dean a
tay 𐙚⋅˚₊‧

tay 𐙚⋅˚₊‧

61 likes

Why you should read banned books 🚫✨
Here’s a hot take 🔥: If a book is banned, it’s probably worth reading. Why? Because banned books often tackle the topics that make us think, question, and grow. 🤯 From stories about identity and justice to “controversial” ideas like kindness, inclusion, and standing up for yourself—these books h
Meredith Jao

Meredith Jao

236 likes

Time to Update My Book Journal 📝
The algorithm says it’s time to update my book journal with my first 4 reads of the year! 📚 Starting off 2026 strong! View my progress so far as I log my impressions with star ratings, dates, and book boyfriends 📖 #TheBookishAlgorithm #BookTok #Readingroutine #bookjournal #bookis
TheBookishAlgorithm

TheBookishAlgorithm

49 likes

2025 reading bingo
My local library is doing this bingo challenge, I love it! I’m gonna do updates on it. My first three books of the year are down!
mags🐻

mags🐻

102 likes

A two-panel image shows a man and woman in a bookstore, holding books. The top panel shows them reading, the bottom shows them close together. Overlay text reads 'Book-et List 2024'.
2024 Book Challenge
This year our goal is a modest 12 books! One book a month! Every time we meet a goal we’re gonna check it off the list! Let’s see how our 2024 reading bucket list goes!
Andrea & Lewis

Andrea & Lewis

344 likes

“Challenges”/“Banned” books I’ll have my kids read
Back with another hot take: banned books!🥲 When I started to lean about book bans at first I thought maybe it were books that kids and young adults really should stay away from (like smut) but when some of the best books were popping up on the list I started to get concerned. I started to get f
Mariana • sahm

Mariana • sahm

51 likes

Banned Book Challenge
#letschat #trending #bannedbooks #lemon8challenge
JulieDrummondQuilts

JulieDrummondQuilts

11 likes

How to Create Your 2025 Vision Board Bingo Card
✨ Ditch the traditional vision board and try Vision Board Bingo! ✨ Want to make 2025 your best year yet? This fun and creative twist on goal-setting helps you visualize your dreams AND track your progress in one place. Here’s how: 💡 Step 1: Brainstorm your goals across key life areas—personal
Kylie Curated | Everyday Finds

Kylie Curated | Everyday Finds

130 likes

Book Bingo
Search Pinterests for these ideas. #kinkbingo #books #reading #naughty #games
Tiffany 📚 🎃🍂

Tiffany 📚 🎃🍂

445 likes

Digital book journal 🩷
This is the set up for my 2025 reading journal. I found this one on TikTok, sadly isn’t available anymore, but you can easily get one on Etsy or somewhere else! I did add some more challenges, the bingo and the alphabet, to it since it wasn’t as fun without those. Some of the pages I edited to look
cassidy valee 🎀

cassidy valee 🎀

110 likes

Bingo Vision Board
This is your sign to create you a digital Bingo Vision Board! This is perfect for people who are competitive or need something to hold that accountable. How many Bingos will you get next year ? #bingoinspired #visionboard #visionboard2025 #bingovisionboard #visionboardinspo
Leesa Slice of Life

Leesa Slice of Life

77 likes

Banned book!
The first few off my tbr’s! Obviously there’s more to my list lol but for now i wanted to share these with you guys!! • It Starts With Us •Things We Left Behind •King Of Wrath •Housemaid •Why Men Love Bitches • The 48 Laws of Power (banned) #Lemon8Diary #bookaesthetic #boo
🌸Shauna🌸

🌸Shauna🌸

38 likes

banned book
#bannedbooks #tabooromancebooks #darkromance #triggerwarnings #bookworm @
🖤🐉🐾LoriAnn🐾

🖤🐉🐾LoriAnn🐾

14 likes

Banned Books You Have to Read
Sorry Y'all, it's been a hectic day/week/month. Please enjoy this round up of Banned YA 📚 Bridge To Terabithia By Katherine Patterson is the story of two friends separated by a terrible accident. Why it's on the ban list: Profanity: The use of "lord" and Damn" Supernat
Clara

Clara

516 likes

Book Review: Banned Book Club
📖 Banned book club by Kim Hyun Sook, Ko Hyung-Ju, and Ryan Estrada Kim Hyun-Sook decided to go to college and take control of her own feature despite her family's misgivings. It's South Korea's Fifth republic- a military dictator ship, and a time of massive political action- and so
AmoodyBun

AmoodyBun

12 likes

Banned Books that deserve to be on your shelf
The Handmaid’s Tale (adult, spec.fic) — themes of feminism, religious extremism, sexuality, LGBTQ+ characters, profanity I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings (autobio) — SA and r*pe scenes, depiction of racism in the American south The Book Thief (YA, historical fic) — themes of violence, war, and
📚Tarah Threadgill📚

📚Tarah Threadgill📚

1 like

A bookshelf displays various classic books like Jane Austen's works and 'Gulliver's Travels'. Overlaid text reads 'Read banned books and classics', encouraging engagement with literature. Lemon8 branding is visible.
This is your sign to read a banned book! 📖✨
Did you know that most classics are considered banned books?? Banned books are pieces of literature that are censored due to its topic, theme, etc.. This is harmful because those “themes” are typically what are considered to be what helped shape history. Avoiding history can lead to ignorance of
Caitlyn Gow

Caitlyn Gow

49 likes

A bookshelf filled with various books, including 'The Kite Runner' and 'Fahrenheit 451'. Text overlays read 'It's time to Read!' and 'Banned Books Haul'. A decorative bust with greenery is also on the shelf.
A hand holds 'The Kite Runner' by Khaled Hosseini, a #1 New York Times Bestseller. The book cover features a desert scene with a kite. A bookshelf filled with other books is in the background.
A hand holds 'A Thousand Splendid Suns' by Khaled Hosseini, a novel by the author of 'The Kite Runner'. The cover shows a figure in a desert landscape. Other books are visible on a shelf behind.
Banned Books Haul Part 1
The list of banned books in the US will be my TBR. Started with A Clockwork Orange 🕰️🍊 #bannedbookrecommendation #booktok #bookstagram #bannedbookschallenge #bookrecommendations
Maria💞

Maria💞

9 likes

BANNED BOOKS 🔥 I’ve Read 📚 Part I
I’ve read enough banned and challenged books that I anticipate several parts to this series. I am a huge advocate of keeping these books around and alive. Each book that has been banned at different times teaches us about the ways of the world (past, present, and future), even if we don’t like
DeLaney 🌞

DeLaney 🌞

13 likes

A smiling woman with dark hair and a red top, standing in front of a bookshelf. The text "BANNED BOOKS ON MY TBR" is overlaid on the image.
A hand holding the book "Fahrenheit 451" by Ray Bradbury, featuring a robot-like figure on fire on the cover, against a background of bookshelves.
A hand holding the book "Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry" by Mildred D. Taylor, depicting three children on the cover with a fire in the background.
Banned books on my tbr
I am livingggg for these reads this year. Do you have any banned books on your tbr this year? #bannedbooksweek #bannedbookrecommendation #lemon8bookclub #lemon8partner
Kenzie’s Cozy Books ✨📖🫶🏼

Kenzie’s Cozy Books ✨📖🫶🏼

25 likes

Banned Books
Book recommendations from a former librarian. #BannedBooks #Librarian
Eek 🖤

Eek 🖤

4 likes

A gold-framed 2024 Bingo card, featuring a pink grid with various new year's goals and icons, displayed on a white surface next to a rose quartz crystal and a body-shaped candle. The text "How to: 2024 bingo card" is overlaid.
🥂2024 BINGO CARD🥂
I saw this idea trending and thought it was such a fun way to show what goals you want to accomplish or just things you want to do in the new year! I made this from scratch by using Canva and taking trips to CVS and Dollar Tree🛍️ So here’s how I did it: 💫Step 1: Go on Canva and set the dim
Hadley

Hadley

267 likes

See more