![]() Hundreds of authors participated and the results for young adult, middle grade, and picture books categories painted a detailed picture of the life and livelihoods of childrens authors. Her sister’s involved in Black Lives Matter, which Shayla doesn’t think is for her. Not with her friends and not with her classmates. But now in middle school, she’s no longer sure what the rules are. Twelve-year-old Shayla only wants to follow the rules. ![]() Not just so she can be Charlotte - but so everyone can know who she is, once and for all.Ībout the ban: This book has been challenged, restricted and banned for LGBTQIA+ content, conflicting with a religious viewpoint, and not reflecting “the values of our community.” In 2017, author, Alex Gino even raised money to purchase copies of the book when administration for Wichita, Kansas school district restricted school librarians from using system funds to purchase the book. Last year, I ran an anonymous survey for traditionally published childrens authors. A Good Kind of Trouble by Lisa Moore Ramee. With the help of her best friend, Kelly, Melissa comes up with a plan. But the teacher says she can't even try out for the part. Melissa really, really, REALLY wants to play Charlotte. ![]() Then her teacher announces that their class play is going to be Charlotte's Web. Melissa thinks she'll have to keep this a secret forever. Bloodmarked follows up on the events of Legendborn, as Bree discovers her own strength in the face of war. Title: Melissa By: Alex Gino Published: 2015Ībout the book: When people look at Melissa, they think they see a boy. Tracy Deonns Legendborn Cycle follows protagonist Bree Matthews as she infiltrates a secret society dating back to the times of King Arthur. One of our favorite things to do with our families is cozy up with a good book.
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