Resources

If your local library doesn’t stock the book you are looking for, here are some cheap second-hand or online options.

Websites to browse for more information about book banning.

ALA Banned & Challenged Books
- The American Library Association compiles data on book challenges and shares banned books data by the year.
ALA Banned Book FAQ
- A list created by the American Library Association of frequently asked questions on banned and challenged books.
PEN America
- PEN America tracks book bans and fights censorship in public schools and libraries across the country. The organization also publishes banned book lists and reports on what is happening in the United States
The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE)
- FIRE provides an online library of resources and research on free speech and other civil liberties.

Resources to help defend books from challenges or bans.

United Against Book Bans Book Résumés
- Book Résumés provided help teachers, librarians, parents, and community members defend books from censorship. They detail each title’s significance and educational value and are easy to share with administrators, book review committees, elected officials, and board members.
Children's Rights to Read | International Literacy Association
- The Children’s Rights to Read initiative, founded on 10 fundamental rights every child deserves, was developed to ensure that every child, everywhere, has access to the education, opportunities, and resources needed to read. Sign the pledge to add your support.

Use these websites to report book bans or challenges in your local area.

Challenge Reporting | ALA
- If you hear of a challenge at your local library, support your librarian and free and open access to library materials by contacting the ALA’s Office for Intellectual Freedom.
Report a Book Ban | PEN America
- Report book bans through PEN America. Book ban reporting will always remain confidential to PEN America’s Freedom to Read researchers and cases can be reported anonymously.