Welcome to my stop in this giveaway hop. This topic is a touchy one for me. I can understand the out cry of some people to censor a book in the name of indecency, so I'm not especially sure I wouldn't vote to challenge a book given the right situation. I certainly would voice my concerns if highly sexual or violent books fall in the hands of my three young kids (<10yo) under school supervision for example. But generally to politcally ban a book would not be my solution to the indifference. As I understand it, books are not rated as in movies but categorized by age appropriateness. So it would make sense for a parent to screen for books that are appropriate for their children's age and moral values. Those that doesn't meet the criterias will just not make it in their children's hands or book shelves ..that's what I do.
I've only read a few books that made it to the banned list. Also, I recently reached a milestone ... 1,000 followers, so in appreciation I will feature 3 prizes, 3 winners, and make entering simple. :)
Prize #1 (U.S.):
Here's a couple of banned books I have on hand (used). Both goes to winner.
Prize #2 (International):
- Up to $10 towards a book(s) from The Book Depository
Prize #3 (U.S.):
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To enter: you must be a GFC follower, >12yo, and fill out the form below.
I thank the hostesses of this hop,
I Am A Reader, Not A Writer and
I Read Banned Books. I also want to thank you for stopping by and a great big gratitute virtual hug to all my wonderful followers!!
Now, head on over to the list of participating bloggers
HERE.
Happy Hopping and Reading!!
Hi Jinky!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on 1000+ followers :) It's well deserved, your blog is awesome - and not only because of the beautiful layout, but also (and above everything else) because of the contents!
Glad you joined the hop! Have fun and thanks for the great giveaway!
Evie
Congrats on 1000+ followers and thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteAwww, thank you Evie. You made my day!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Nakoya & you're welcome.
I agree that I check what my children bring home to read to see what I think. I have a friend who teaches in a middle school and sometimes her students pick out books that she doesn't feel are appropriate. her policy is to say no unless the parents give their approbal. One of her students one year read Wicked with his father. Not a book I think of as apprpriate for sixth grade, but every parent is different!
ReplyDeleteJust wanted to take the time and say thank you for being part of the hop - both Kathy and I really appreciate it!
ReplyDeleteBook censorship is a very touchy subject for many. I have two children and have said no to a book on many occasions. I don't want others telling me what choices we have, and I certaintly don't want to make that choice for others.
Good post...appreciate your honesty.
Jen
Thank you for this opportunity
ReplyDeleteAw, glad to hear that! :) And just for the record - I love your avatar! so freaking awesome hahah :D I love Wonder Woman :) well, I love all the Marvel Comics, so call me a geek lol (nerd?)
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend! muah~~
Thanks for the nice giveaway. I'm a new follower.
ReplyDeleteThank you!!!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on 1000+ followers and thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on 1,000+ followers & thank you very much for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteThe Road is one of my favorite books, ever. That is all.
ReplyDeleteLovely giveaway and very generous.
~Asheley
thanks for the giveawa. I am glad you have great options. :-) Both books are great, but I have them already, so I'm thankful for the Amazon option.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much what a great giveaway!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the follower achievement. I'm also giving away a couple of banned books. Drop on by if you're interested.
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Really? The Road was banned? Was it too good or something? I suppose it might have been banned because of the cannibalism, or the mild messiah imagery near the end, but other than that I can't imagine why.
ReplyDeleteHe wrote a fabulous but violent book called Blood Meridian, which I could see being banned. Also an earlier book called Child of God, which had some necrophilia. But The Road is one of his more light-hearted books.
Mac Campbell
http://iwritehorror.blogspot.com
Thanks for the great giveaway! I'm sorry, but when I entered as Alicia E., I forgot to mention that I follow you on GFC as Noele McNastypants. Nothing like blowing my cover! LOL
ReplyDeleteCongrats on all the followers; you deserve it! Rae
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the 1000 followers
ReplyDeleteand thanks for the giveaway!
Congrats on 1000+ followers and thanks for the giveaway
ReplyDeletenew folowr
[2000 folowers here we come lol]