Censorship

“Whoever would overthrow the liberty of a nation must begin by subduing the freeness of speech.”
—Benjamin Franklin
Resources

Censorship and Book BanningCensorship and Book Banning

If you are facing a challenge, use these tips and resources.

Challenges to TwistedChallenges to Twisted

Twisted and several other books were removed from a classroom. Here is the letter I sent to the committee reviewing the challenged novels.

Support from EducatorsSupport from Educators

One of the most detailed explanations for why Twisted deserves a place in the high school curriculum.

Support from Kid’s Right to Read ProjectSupport from Kid’s Right to Read Project

The Kids’ Right to Read Project, a division of the National Coalition Against Censorship, sent this letter to a school district where Twisted was challenged.

Challenges to SpeakChallenges to Speak

While it would be nice to pretend that sexual assault does not exist, a quick glance at the statistics proves otherwise.

Weighing In by Pat ScalesWeighing In by Pat Scales

We must be proactive in helping parents understand that rating books is dangerous.

Support from the Kid’s Right to Read ProjectSupport from the Kid’s Right to Read Project

The Kids’ Right to Read Project sent this letter to a school district where Speak was challenged.