Banned Books Week
This annual event celebrates the freedom to read with the purpose of placing the spotlight on the harms of censorship.
Banned Books Week was launched in 1982 in response to a sudden surge in the number of challenges to books in libraries, bookstores, and schools. By focusing on efforts to remove or restrict access to books, Banned Books Week draws national attention to the harms of censorship.
The books that are featured during Banned Books Week have all been targeted for removal or restriction in libraries and schools by individuals or groups that objected to the book being made available. In majority of cases those that were challenged remained available, this is part of what is celebrated during Banned Books Week.
Learn more about banned and challenged books.
American Library Association - Banned & Challenged Books
SJSU's Guide to Banned Books
Join the Banned Book Club today!
Unbanning every book in America to spread knowledge one book at a time.
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Join SJPL and SJSU for Banned Books Week events.
Featured Event
Asistencia Tecnologica - Ayuda Personalizada
Banned Books Events
These events have been created in partnership with the San José Public Library and San José State University Library.
Banned Books Lists
Freedom to Read - Banned Books (Adults)
Freedom to Read - Banned Books (Teens)
Freedom to Read - Banned Books (Kids)
