The flipside of Banned Books Week.

It brings "objectionable" books to the attention of those who would have them banned.

Be sure not to miss the comments.

Here's another brief (sensationalized) story (for which the writer clearly did little to no research -- the book list the teacher used for her Banned Books Week display was explained thusly:  "This book is banned in other school districts across the country on what's called a 'Banned Book List.'") about the situation, and in case you're wondering, it's all taking place at William Byrd High School* in Vinton, Virginia. 

Aaaand now I want to re-read Perks of Being a Wallflower.  But, no.  I MUST RESIST.  I need to stick to my All Cybils** All The Time plan for the next few months.

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*They get points because their mascot is a terrier.  They lose points for taking the books off of the library shelf before the challenge procedure is completed.  Unless that's part of their official challenge procedure.  Which is possible, albeit strange.

**Don't forget to nominate!

Comments

[Str4y]

That English teacher must be beating his head against his desk in frustration at the school so entirely missing the point.

[Paige Y.]

My favorite part of the whole tv news story? The father getting suspicious because his child is actually reading. If he wants to read and is not acting like it's a painful process, then the book must be evil . . .