Don’t let your freedom to read become READstricted!

BBWWe are in full swing preparing for a week of celebrating YOUR right to read!

Banned Books Week is an annual event that promotes the freedom to express one’s opinions even if that opinion might be considered unpopular, and stresses the importance of ensuring the availability of those viewpoints to all who wish to read them (American Library Association).

A challenge is an attempt to remove or restrict materials, while a banning is the removal of those materials. Books may be challenged or banned for a variety of reasons, including offensive language, being sexually explicit, or being unsuitable for an age group.

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Learn more about the 10 most challenged books in 2014, why they were challenged, and who challenged them HERE.

The Tompkins Library is celebrating your right to read with challenged/banned books displays and an emoji contest. Pick up a contest form in the library. All entries must be received by Friday, October 2nd by 8:00am. Winners will be announced on Friday, October 2nd at 11:00am.

Stop by and show your support for Banned Books Week by checking out a banned book!

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Artwork courtesy of the American Library Association.

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