Frequently Banned & Challenged Books

The bestselling YA book on sexuality & gender! Candid exploration with real stories & illustrations. For LGBTQIA+ teens, parents, educators. High praise from critics.

Return to Elfhame with Holly Black's illustrated addition to the Folk of Air trilogy, exploring the dramatic life of high king Cardan from a new perspective.

A heartwarming summer story at Camp QUILTBAG where Abigail seeks community and Kai faces identity challenges, finding joy in being true to themselves.

Engage young children in important conversations on race, gender, consent, and body positivity with this topic-driven board book series.

Award-winning author Alex Gino tells the story of Rick, who navigates middle school, friendship, and self-discovery in this heartfelt novel.

An inspiring children's book about colorism and self-esteem, featuring a girl on a magical journey to discover her true beauty. By Lupita Nyong'o.

Celebrating love, this picture book follows the wedding of two worms in a heartwarming story of acceptance and equality.

Award-winning graphic novel about Jordan Banks, a seventh grader navigating life at a prestigious new school where diversity is lacking. A timely and honest story of fitting in and staying true to oneself.

Join the journey from past to present in this essential chapter book introducing the history of racism and antiracism in America. #1 NYT bestseller!

Coming of age as a Fat brown girl in a white suburb is hard. Charlie faces body image struggles and friendship drama in this relatable, honest YA novel.

Explore a rich queer history with nonbinary Sam and their friend TJ as they uncover the story of pioneering photographer Alice Austen in a contest on Staten Island.

Winner of the 2021 In The Margins Award, "Beyond the Gender Binary" is a powerful exploration of gender by Alok Vaid-Menon, praised by notable figures.

Graphic novel guide for teens navigating relationships, identity, body image, and more. Comprehensive, well-researched, and thought-provoking discussion on teen issues. Let's Talk About It.

Winner of multiple awards, Front Desk tells the story of Mia Tang, a young girl managing a motel with immigrant parents, navigating secrets and dreams.

A modern classic about love and diversity in families, with charming illustrations and an updated story, perfect for young readers.

2020 ALA Alex Award Winner and Stonewall Israel Fishman Non-fiction Award Honor Book for Gender Queer, a poignant autobiographical comic about gender identity.

The Fletcher brothers face unexpected challenges at school and home, learning humorous and heartwarming lessons along the way. Praise from School Library Journal and Kirkus Reviews for this modern family tale.

A nonbinary teen navigates family, friendship, and identity as they face unexpected challenges while starting public school for the first time.

A forgotten typewriter helps a boy search for his missing mom in San Francisco, revealing past memories along the way.

Award-winning author Kwame Alexander tells the harrowing story of American slavery through a teacher's perspective. Stunning illustrations by Dare Coulter.

Meet the Fletchers: two dads, four adopted brothers, two cats, one pug. A funny summer on Rock Island with surprises, humor, and heartwarming moments.

New York Times bestselling series BAD GUYS, now a major motion picture! Hilarious and action-packed adventures of wannabe heroes.

A timely and important story about racial injustice and police shootings, aimed at helping children understand and counter racism in their own lives.

2019 Sibert and Orbis Pictus Honor Book, NPR's Top Reads and more. Experience a Cherokee year of gratitude and traditions in this authentic and heartwarming picture book.