NPR's Book of the Day Bans on books like 'Out of Darkness' target authors of color
Oct 2, 2023
Ashley Hope Pérez, author of 'Out of Darkness', discusses how book bans targeting authors of color are hindering efforts to diversify children's literature. She explores the controversy surrounding the novel and addresses the issue of book banning, questioning the appropriateness of banning literature about race and identity for teenagers. Pérez also discusses her motivation for writing books for students and the impact of book bans on authors of color.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Controversy of Book Banning and 'Out of Darkness'
01:50 • 2min
Banning Books and Questioning the Appropriate Content for Teenagers
03:28 • 2min
Writing Books for Students: Resonant Historical Novels and Honest Depictions
04:59 • 2min
The Impact of Book Bans on Authors of Color
06:42 • 2min