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Inscríbete en LibraryThing para averiguar si este libro te gustará. Actualmente no hay Conversaciones sobre este libro. How appropriate that I have been reading this book...since my library is currently being challenged by a far right wing of extremists who are seeking to ban books. I don't care if you agree or not with LGBT or Christianity or whatever and what not....IT IS NOT GOOD WHEN WE TRY TO IMPOSE BELIEFS ON OTHERS. (And I say this as a white heterosexual Christian) I have some killer quotes forthcoming!! Anyone who wants to reflect on the power of words, here from these popular authors who have been "silenced" for one reason or another. It's a good read. And timely. FROM SYNC: Multiple narrators reenact interviews with authors on censorship and free expression. The discussions are between editor Leonard S. Marcus and 13 authors of controversial books for kids and young adults. Narrator Tom Parks reads all of Marcus’s interview questions; each chapter features one author represented by a different narrator. Parks’s delivery style is stiff, but the authors’ answers seem genuine and conversational. Narrator Janet Metzger is particularly good at narrating author Katherine Paterson’s (BRIDGE TO TERABITHIA) sharp-witted Southern-accented responses. Narrator Thom Rivera is also upbeat and enjoyable as author David Levithan (BOY MEETS BOY). Narrator Susan Dalian ardently delivers Angie Thomas's answers and her explanation of the connection between THE HATE U GIVE and hip-hop. Censorship has been around for a long time. Much of the time it is politically motivated. Is it right for a few to tell everyone what they can and cannot read or say? Hear what some famous authors have to say about their experiences with censorship. The interview format of this compilation of stories about authors who have faced censorship brings to light the true feelings of people being silenced for presenting their own cultures and views. These stories could be selected to be read aloud to start the conversation about censorship. It would make a great addition to a banned books week display. Students will be able to read about how real people are affected by censorship not just the books. Esta reseña ha sido escrita por los Primeros Reseñadores de LibraryThing. You might think that all writers have a similar response if their book is banned or challenged, and to some extent you'd be right. For example, nearly all the writers featured in this collection say that they understand that parents who seek to have books removed are doing it out of love and a feeling that they need to protect their children. I'm not sure I actually agree with that, but I appreciate the impulse behind such a generous interpretation. Beyond that, the writers' thoughts vary quite a bit.Through the interviews in this book, Leonard Marcus gives readers insight into not just the writers' responses to having their books banned or challenged, but also into their writing processes. This book is certainly a must-read for fans of any of the included writers, and for defenders of intellectual freedom, but also for anyone interested in hearing writers' thoughts on their own work. FTC Disclaimer: I received this book from the publisher in exchange for this review. sin reseñas | añadir una reseña
A powerful photo essay on transgender teens is called anti-religious and anti-family. A meticulously researched primer on sex education stirs up accusations of pornography and child abuse. Picture books about two mommies (or two penguin daddies) set off a hue and cry. Two hugely popular children's series run afoul of would-be censors, one for its scatological humor, the other because it's deemed too scary. Kids' books that touch on race, sex, LGBTQ matters, the occult, "coarse language," and more have found themselves under the scrutiny of those who challenge First Amendment rights. Tune in as thirteen top children's and young adult authors speak out about what it's like to have your work banned or challenged in America today. Prompted by Leonard S. Marcus's insightful questions, they discuss why their books have faced censorship--both blatant and "soft"--how the challenges have or haven't affected their writing, and why some people feel they have the right to deny access to books. In addition, Leonard S. Marcus puts First Amendment challenges in a historical context and takes a promising look at the vibrant support network that has risen up to protect and defend young people's rights. Authors interviewed include: Matt de la Pe a; Robie H. Harris; Susan Kuklin; David Levithan; Meg Medina; Lesl a Newman; Katherine Paterson; Dav Pilkey; Justin Richardson and Peter Parnell; Sonya Sones; R. L. Stine; Angie Thomas.
10 yrs+
Censorship -- United States -- Juvenile literature
Challenged books -- United States -- Juvenile literature
Authors, American -- Interviews -- Juvenile
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documents conversations with authors whose books for young people have been frequently and famously banned.
Each conversation is prefaced with an engaging summary of the author's life and work. Those studying freedom of
speech will find important primary sources and gain insight into the harmful impact of censorship on individuals and
society.