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NovelNancyM
Lawn Boy | Jonathan Evison
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Pickpick

After reading an article with the author about banned books, I read Lawn Boy to see what all the fuss was about. Without giving much away, there's themes of sexual identity & sex, but the book is much more about poverty & how difficult it is to overcome than anything else. I see no reason for this book to be banned. The honest reflection of class in our society could make some uncomfortable, but as the saying goes, “The truth sometimes hurts“.

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Sarahreadstoomuch
Lawn Boy | Jonathan Evison
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Pickpick

This has been on my radar a bit, and the audio was available on Libby at just the right time. As for the story…. It‘s pretty character driven, about Mike, a half Latino guy in his early 20s, trying to catch a break while also figuring things a#out about himself, his goals, and his sexuality. Overall, it was alright - the narrator eventually grew on me, but it‘s a shame it gets challenged in high schools for what it is.

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Bookish_Gal

When the library loan for a book you forgot you requested because the wait is just so long.
Alright, let‘s give it a go.
Let‘s see how America today and throughout its history has been shaped by a hidden caste system. #banned

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CindyMyLifeIsLit
Lawn Boy | Jonathan Evison
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One of the ALA‘s ten most banned books. I read it because it was challenged in my high school library by a community member. I thought it was an appealing book for teens with lots of humor. It also had a protagonist who was a little lost and searching for direction, which is something that kids need to see.

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Bookish_Gal
Lawn Boy | Jonathan Evison
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Mehso-so

#Banned LGBTQIA+, claimed sexually explicit
Age: 9-12
Maybe it‘s the narrator, but I didn‘t feel it. Miquel is figuring out how he feels about dating. I think the age range doesn‘t work (better for teen). It is a good book for those immigrant families who face discrimination every day just for being Mexican, let alone testing gay. The book also talks about wanting the dream job, that one job, you want. How he always expects to owe a favor.

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Bookish_Gal
The Freedom to Read | American Library Association
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Banned Books Week!!!
I am with the #banned
Also known as my new bookmarked tbr pile. I‘ve only read two of these listed book. I think Lawn Boy will be at the top, as I‘ve heard a lot on that one recently. Best to borrow from the library so they see how important it is to share these books.

dabbe Bravo! 🤩🤩🤩 13mo
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Megabooks
Lawn Boy | Jonathan Evison
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Pickpick

Not sure why this is a #BannedBook other that its exploration of a half-Latino young man coming out as gay. I‘d call this New Adult over YA.

Mike can seem to catch a break. He quits a job he loves (mowing lawns) because of an exploitative boss. But he struggles to find work after that, and he and his mom can barely make ends meet. Still, his story rings much more hopeful than sad. A great “be true to your dreams” novel.

willaful Doesn't take much these days. :-( 13mo
Christy2318 Someone I know went viral with her school board meeting rants & police report over this book which was in 11th grade classroom library. She was convinced that the fact that there was a recollection of a sexual experience between 2 young boys made it was pedophilia. But based on other things she said at school board events, race and sexual orientation of the main character were definitely factors. 13mo
Cinfhen First I love the term New Adult!!! And I agree….this book had no basis for being banned let alone one of the MOST challenged books of 2022!! What‘s wrong with people???? 13mo
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BarbaraBB Book banning makes me feel as if we‘re traveling back in time 😱 And I love New Adult 💯🩷 13mo
Cinfhen BTW: I just picked up a new book by Evison - looks good 13mo
Reggie On my list of grey LGBT+ books I have read, this never even enters my mind. I liked this book but for it to be a banned book makes me crazy. 13mo
Megabooks @Reggie right. Very don‘t say gay because I think the larger themes are poverty and being true to yourself. The gay thing is virtually an afterthought. 13mo
Megabooks @Cinfhen interesting! I‘ve read a few and they‘ve all be #LikeNotLove! 13mo
Megabooks @Christy2318 ridiculous! I think sexual exploration among same age peers shouldn‘t be a taboo thing to write about. Especially since I felt Evison handled it well. 13mo
Megabooks @BarbaraBB right? Very scary! Yeah I‘ve heard New Adult for books aimed at/featuring the 17-22 set. A bit more adult themes explored but still aimed at a young audience. @Cinfhen (edited) 13mo
Megabooks @willaful so true. 😞 13mo
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SqueakyChu
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I borrowed this book from my library (at least I can in my state!) to see what the fuss is about this book and to learn why it is often known for being “the most #banned book”. I can see how individual parents or teachers would be uncomfortable about some of its contents. However the essential “baring the soul” of the author was necessary to connect with people who have these same questions in order to reach out to them and those who love them.

TheIntrovertedDodoBird I've been meaning to read this one. I'll definitely boost it up my TRP now! 💜🖤🩶🤍🏳️‍⚧️ x 1y
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mandarchy
Blended | Sharon M. Draper
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A student drew this of me at work. I'm glad I finally read Blended. I wondered why my students were taking so long to read it, and now maybe I can offer them some more support. It makes a great book club book. Currently #banned in 3 states.

Reggie I like the drawing! 1y
bthegood sweet picture - 1y
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DivineDiana
Lawn Boy | Jonathan Evison
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It was my love of Book Clubs (I REALLY struggle with not joining any and all that come my way) that brought me to this book. I could not resist A Banned Book-BookClub! Mike Munoz, a young Chicano, living on the Rez with his single Mom is trying to find himself, and to accept his sexuality. He cares for his mentally challenged brother while is Mom is at work. He is trying to find a job where he feels valued. And he excels at topiary! #pridemonth

DivineDiana The photo is of topiary camels on the Doris Duke property in Newport, Rhode Island, which I did have the pleasure of seeing in person (edited) 1y
Lindy Outstanding topiary! And the book sounds great. 😊 1y
DivineDiana @Lindy Aren‘t they wonderful! They were created in memory of the actual camels that she owned and loved. She even allowed them into the house/mansion! 1y
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