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The message behind an author's story can become a point for controversy.  People may seek to ban books because they don't agree with the content due to their own personal beliefs.

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Literature is always and interpretation of the reader and their experiences. In this case, because of time period in which this book was released, it was interpreted as a political statement by adults. While the true meaning of love was relayed through the reading experience of the children who read it, adults still chose to ban the book and keep its content from children.

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Children and Adults: Two Ways of Reading

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Children and Adults: Two Ways of Reading

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Books create a world for readers that invites new ideas and understanding on a very personal level. This may be why parents feel the need to censor what their children read. From a parent's point of view, protecting their children from what they believe is dangerous or unknown. A parent's experiences and beliefs in life may cause them to disagree with the content of a book and seek to ban it.

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No Ifs, Ands, or Butts:  Censoring Nudity

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No Ifs, Ands, or Butts:  Censoring Nudity

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When is nudity ok? Although authors have used nudity in children's books to correctly represent a child's body, is it ok? How can an illustrator create an image for a book about showering without showing nudity. Is this appropriate?

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There was an uproar with librarians when the word scrotum was used in a children's book. The media became aware of it and it became an even bigger issue, but it was short lived.

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Curses, Banned Again! Censoring Swearing

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Curses, Banned Again! Censoring Swearing

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Another reason books are banned is due to foul language. Those who try to censor books with offensive language feel that the language should not be exposed to young children, or that the characters themselves have no business using that type of language.

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Many award winning books may be targets because of their exposure. When put in the spotlight and introduce into classrooms, parents take issue with the books content.

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My Brother Sam is Alive?: Censoring Politics

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My Brother Sam is Alive?: Censoring Politics

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Books have also been under fire for their political content whether it was literal or interpreted.

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Don't Ask Alice: Censoring Sex, Drugs, and Rock-And Roll

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Don't Ask Alice: Censoring Sex, Drugs, and Rock-And Roll

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Depictions of drugs, sex, and rock and roll have been the focus of many censored books.  Some of these books are viewed not as cautionary tales, but as a glorification of immoral acts.  Because of the reality presented in the books, some readers can relate to the experiences.

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Some terms need to adapt to the changing times to stay relevant. This is not a form of censorship, but an adaptation for new readers to be able to relate to the content.

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Religion is another topic for which books are banned. Popularity is a big factor of book censorship. Books like the Harry Potter series have been targets because of the use of witchcraft, although the intent of the author was not malicious.

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His Protagonist Drank Wine...Oh, and He Knocked off God, Too

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His Protagonist Drank Wine...Oh, and He Knocked off God, Too

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Sometimes the exposure benefits an author. Curious readers seek the books that are banned and purchase them.

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Race has been a sensitive topic for generations. Some books have been censored to adapt to current times opting to edit racial terms to satisfy modern readers. This is a controversial issue for some because editing a book can remove important meaning to the characters and overall message of the author.

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Publishers often rework books as they see fit to avoid controversy or to adapt to changing times. Sometimes they are subtle, and other times the changes alter the structure of a work.

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Authors themselves, through careful cosideration, have chosen to edit their writing at times to adjust to a more contemporary audience.

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Some authors choose to rewrite parts of their novels to fit the changing times, but others do not to keep the integrity of the novel in tact.

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One More Kind of Love: Censoring Homosexuality

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One More Kind of Love: Censoring Homosexuality

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Books have been targeted because of new ideals or lifestyles. The fear of exposing all children to a particular different type of life causes panic and books become banned.

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Authors must decide when to revise their work and when to stand their ground.