By Miriam Moore-Keish Book challenges and bans in 2022 are on the rise, with books for young people, especially those featuring LGBTQIA+ issues or identities, coming under the most fire. As we close Banned Books Week, we wanted to share thoughts and insights from queer creators directly … [Read more...] about Love & Community: Reflections from LGBTQ+ Creators of Banned Books
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(Not) Proud to be Banned: Reflections from LGBTQ+ Creators of Banned Books
By Miriam Moore-Keish As book challenges and bans in 2022 are on track to exceed the already historically high number from 2021, distinct trends have emerged. Books for young people are being targeted most fiercely. Narratives with characters of color and/or LGBTQIA+ issues or identities are the … [Read more...] about (Not) Proud to be Banned: Reflections from LGBTQ+ Creators of Banned Books
Q&A With Rachael Lippincott and Alyson Derrick, She Gets the Girl
By Alaina Lavoie Today we're pleased to welcome Rachael Lippincott and Alyson Derrick to the WNDB blog to discuss their young adult novel She Gets the Girl, out since April 5, 2022! Alex Blackwood is a little bit headstrong, with a dash of chaos and a whole lot of flirt. She knows how to get … [Read more...] about Q&A With Rachael Lippincott and Alyson Derrick, She Gets the Girl
