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"Lesbian. Bisexual. Queer. Transgender. Straight. Curious. This book is for everyone, regardless of gender or sexual preference. This book is for anyone who's ever dared to wonder."
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Why was this book challenged?
Why was this book challenged?
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Reasons: Sexual Content, LGBTQIA+
Reasons: Sexual Content, LGBTQIA+
According to an article written on the American Library Association's Office of Intellectual Freedom Blog, "At the January 25, 2022, board meeting for North Hunterdon-Voorhees Regional High School District in New Jersey, the school board voted on a reconsideration committee’s suggestions after five books in the district’s school libraries were challenged [including This Book is Gay]. The committee voted to unanimously keep all of the books except This Book is Gay, which was recommended for removal based on a 2-4 vote. The board adopted the committee’s recommendations, but rejected the recommendation to remove This Book is Gay after hearing public comments."
Books with LGBTQIA+ content are frequently targeted for censorship, please see our Frequently Asked Questions webpage for more information
Ways to read this book at STCC!
Ways to read this book at STCC!
Additional Resources and Accessibility
Additional Resources and Accessibility
If you prefer to listen to your books, or if the print or eBook versions of this book are checked out at STCC, you have additional checkout options through Massachusetts public libraries. CW/MARS and Boston Public Library eCards will give you access to eBook and Audiobook versions of this book. You can also download the Libby app to listen to audiobooks on your smartphone. These resources are outside of STCC Library, please consult your local public library for any questions regarding these outside resources.
Check public libraries in Western Massachusetts via CW/MARS:
Residents of Massachusetts can sign up for a Boston Public Library eCard, to access their digital materials such as eBooks and downloadable audiobooks. Follow the instructions on the BPL's website:
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