Banned Books

Opinion & Commentary

Covers of books that are banned in the US

Banned Books

Book bans and restrictions are increasing in schools and libraries across the country. PEN America urges everyone who opposes censorship in America to get involved – especially but not only during Banned Books Week (Oct. 1-7, 2023). Write about banning books and find out more about PEN America's research.

Submissions

  • Why ban words?

    why ban words

    when they speak the truth

    i know our world has hardships

    that we must overcome

    i know some see things

    in a different light

    but when a child

    sees a book

    on how a boy