Though for librarians and other folks interested in the freedom to read, every day is an opportunity to take a stand against censorship, this week comes with special events and bookmarks! (Come to the library to get your limited edition place holder.)
From the American Library Association (ALA):
"Banned Books Week brings together the entire book community –- librarians, booksellers, publishers, journalists, teachers, and readers of all types –- in shared support of the freedom to seek and to express ideas, even those some consider unorthodox or unpopular"
Authors such as Sherman Alexie, Laurie Halse Anderson and others are on board too!
Some of the most challenged or banned books books during 2012-2013 are:
For a comprehensive list of the top 10 most frequently challenged books (by year) of the 21st Century, click here.
Censorship attempts can take many forms. Curious about the difference between a challenged and banned books? Click here.
"The American Library Association promotes the freedom to choose or the freedom to express one's opinions even if that opinion might be considered unorthodox or unpopular, and stresses the importance of ensuring the availability of those viewpoints to all who wish to read them. "
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