No Author is Banned More Often from US Schools - Book Bans Drop in 2024/2025 School Year, Top Authors Still Targeted
Over 6,800 book bans were documented in the 2024/2025 school year, a significant drop from the previous year's record of over 10,000. Renowned authors like Stephen King, Patricia McCormick, and Judy Blume have been heavily affected, with many of their works removed from shelves due to various pressures.
Stephen King tops the list as the most frequently censored author in the US, with over 200 bans of his books in school libraries. Notably, 87 of his works were affected in the 2024/2025 school year alone. 'A Clockwork Orange' by Anthony Burgess holds the record for the most bans of a single work, with 23 instances. Other authors frequently targeted include Toni Morrison, George Orwell, and J.K. Rowling, with states like Texas, Florida, and Missouri leading the charge.
The majority of book bans, around 80%, originate from just three states: Florida, Texas, and Tennessee. However, the divide in book bans is not merely political; it also exists between school districts within the same state. In some cases, books are preemptively removed from shelves due to anticipated pressure from the community, politics, or legal requirements, not necessarily in response to specific complaints.
The 2024/2025 school year saw a decrease in book bans compared to the previous year, with over 6,800 documented cases. Despite this reduction, prominent authors continue to be heavily affected. The geographical distribution of these bans reveals a significant concentration in specific states, highlighting the need for further examination and dialogue regarding the factors driving these censorship decisions.
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