Are schools ‘soft censoring’ books out of fear? Out of 4,218 unique book titles banned in the 2023-24 school year, around 36% featured characters of color, according to PEN America data.

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ARE SCHOOLS 'SOFT CENSORING' BOOKS OUT OF FEAR?

Out of 4,218 unique book titles banned in the 2023-24 school year, around 36% featured characters of color, according to PEN America data. #edusky #YABookChat #TLSky #TLSkyChat @larryferlazzo.bsky.social #kidlit

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Obviously Stevenson's other works, particularly Lumberjanes fit the bill. But what else (including non-graphic title with similar vibes)

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We're trying to figure out what they love about it. So far we have:
- scatological humor
- fast paced action
- vignettes
- graphic format
- action/plot rather the character focused

What else?
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