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American Library Association Releases List of Most Challenged Books of 2025

The American Library Association reported 4,235 titles were challenged in libraries nationwide, marking the second-highest year on record, with 40% of challenges related to LGBTQ+ subjects or experiences of people of color.

20 Apr, 17:33 — 20 Apr, 17:33
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The American Library Association has released its list of the most challenged books of 2025

The ALA says 4,235 titles were challenged at libraries across the country – the second-highest year on record. Forty percent of the challenged works involved LGBTQ+ subjects or the experiences of people of color.

By Anastasia Tsioulcas

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