Books written by Black women that were banned have important stories about resilience, identity, and standing up for justice. Some examples include:
Poster of Banned books by Black Women Authors available here.
- “Their Eyes Were Watching God” by Zora Neale Hurston
- Banned in schools and libraries in the United States at various times.
- “The Color Purple” by Alice Walker
- Faced challenges and bans in multiple schools and libraries in the United States.
- “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings” by Maya Angelou
- Banned in several schools and libraries in the United States.
- “Beloved” by Toni Morrison
- Has encountered bans and challenges in schools and libraries in the United States.
- “Song of Solomon” by Toni Morrison
- Faced challenges and bans in schools and libraries in the United States.
- “Kindred” by Octavia E. Butler
- Faced challenges in school curriculums in the United States.
It’s crucial to recognize that book bans are often subject to change, and efforts to ban books may vary across different regions and institutions. The information provided reflects instances where these books have encountered challenges or bans at various points in time.
These authors faced challenges, but their books inspire us to think about important issues. Banning these books limits the diversity of voices and perspectives available to readers, hindering open discussions on crucial societal issues.
