Explore a wide range of resources to support Banned Books Week—the annual celebration of the freedom to read and the power of stories that challenge, inspire, and spark important conversations. Whether you're planning a program, promoting awareness, or simply want to stand up for intellectual freedom, you'll find tools to get involved and stay informed all year long.
Discover book summaries, author spotlights, and action guides for everyone—students, parents, educators, librarians, booksellers, and creators. Use these materials to host events, lead discussions, and advocate for the right to read—during Banned Books Week and beyond.
What is a Banned Book?
Book banning refers to the act of preventing or limiting access to certain books, either for the public or for members of a specific community or religious group. This can happen in several ways — by removing books from public places like libraries, by destroying them (such as through book burnings), or by making it illegal to write, distribute, or possess them.
Banned Books Week
Join the University Libraries, through the work of the Libraries Outreach Committee, in raising awareness on Banned Books by participating in our Banned Books Week October 5 – 11, 2025
Banned Books Edible Faire– a celebration of the freedom to read!
Tuesday, October 7 Knowledge Center Breezeway North side (closer to the JCSU)
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Join us for a unique event during Banned Books Week—the Banned Books Edible Faire, hosted by the University Libraries Outreach Committee! This creative celebration invites students, faculty, and staff to explore the power of storytelling and the importance of intellectual freedom, a celebration aimed to raise awareness about censorship and the ongoing fight for the freedom to read. Come view and vote for your favorite imaginative, book-themed treats while learning about censorship, the history of book bans, and why the freedom to read matters more than ever. Whether you're a baker, a reader, or simply curious, this event is sure to feed your mind!