Banned Book Club
Banning books is currently one of the most common forms of censorship today. Books are most commonly "banned" for being considered "sexually explicit", containing "offensive language", and being considered "unsuited to any age group."​
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In an effort to combat censorship, we are starting a banned book club! Join us in reading these "controversial" books and discussing what we learn, think and enjoy about these books!
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We are going to be starting with the classics! Many of the titles you may recognize!
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We will have excerpts prepared in advance available to read at the event, so feel free to come and discuss with us even if you have not read/finished the book!
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We would love to have you here with us!
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many of these books will have heavy and distressing themes, including but not limited to; sexual abuse, substance abuse, racism, domestic violence, and homophobia.
please be aware of potential triggers and take care of yourself. your mental health is important.
"The Catcher in the Rye" - J.D. Salinger
- The Catcher in the Rye is an all-time classic in coming-of-age literature- an elegy to teenage alienation, capturing the deeply human need for connection and the bewildering sense of loss as we leave childhood behind. It has been frequently challenged in the court for its liberal use of profanity and portrayal of sexuality.
​Discussion September 19th 6-9pm
"The Bluest Eye" - Toni Morrison
- Set in 1941, Pecola is consistently regarded as "ugly" due to her harsh characteristics and dark skin. As a result, she develops an inferiority complex, which fuels her desire for the blue eyes she equates with "whiteness". Due to controversial topics in the book including racism, incest, and child molestation, there have been numerous attempts to ban it from schools and libraries.
"The Handmaid's Tale" - Margaret Atwood
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"To Kill a Mockingbird" - Harper Lee
- A deeply human story set amidst the throes of racial injustice and childhood innocence, "To Kill a Mockingbird:" is more than just a novel - its a poignant social commentary, a coming-of-age story, and powerful exploration of morality and ethics.
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