BookHounds

Books, Gardens & Dogs

Banned Book Week Giveaway Hop #Win $10

By 204 Comments


Banned Book Week Giveaway Hop! 

 



The week of 9.21.14 through 9.27.14 is set aside to bring notice to a growing trend in public and school libraries — pulling literature from circulation based on the actions of a few, not the majority of the public.  Since 1982, the American Library Association has put together campaigns to make everyone aware of the circumstances of this form of censorship.  Some of the books banned are for minor issues like language that was once accepted but is now objectionable.  Instead of personal responsibility, these censors wish to impose their beliefs on everyone.  You can read more about this important week at the BANNED BOOK WEEK site.

I don’t believe in censorship of any media.  I think it is a parents’ place to make sure their children are consuming appropriate materials.  I don’t want someone else telling me what is right for my child, nor do I want to tell anyone what is acceptable for their family.  I let my son read, watch, listen to anything he wanted with a few important guidelines in place.  I reviewed and discussed with him the media he was consuming.  He turned out more advanced, making better choices and incredibly responsible for those decisions.   

 MY GIVEAWAY:

  or 



 Amazon  or PayPal giftcode for the banned book of your choice, up to $10.

  
Ends 9/27/14
PO Boxes OK –  Open Internationally!
Open only to those who can legally enter
Winning Entry will be verified prior to prize being awarded. No purchase necessary.
You must be 18 or older to enter .
The winner will be chosen by rafflecopter and announced here as well as emailed and will have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen.
This giveaway is in no way associated with Facebook, Twitter, Rafflecopter or any other entity unless otherwise specified.
The number of eligible entries received determines the odds of winning.
Giveaway was organized by BookHounds and sponsored by  ME.
VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Related Posts

Comments

  14. says

    Like I said in another comment of the same topic, banned all ya books already !! Bc like the author said, the parents are the responsible teach to their children build positive and negative criteria on how to choose a book and qualify according to their tastes but also the mental and social impact it may generate for and with their environment.

    Reply
  18. Debbie Rodgers @Exurbanis – Tatamagouche NS Canada – After five decades of city living, my husband and I moved a few years ago to rural Nova Scotia. Culture shock! I blog about it (and a lot of books) at http://www.exurbanis.com
    says

    I’m not 100% decided – maybe another copy of To Kill a Mockingbird so I can lend out one.

    Reply
  20. says

    I’d choose either The Giver (which I read in primary school and thought was really good!) or Northern Lights/The Golden Compass as it is the first book in my favourite book series (His Dark Materials!).

    I’ve just been reading through some of the banned/challenged book lists, and it is ridiculous how many books are banned/for what reasons! Especially the older books as they were written in a completely different time – how are kids supposed to learn?

    Reply
  28. ladymagnolia99
    says

    I have seen a few books that have been banned and it is really surprising. It was mandatory that I read many of them in school!!!
    I have not read the Hunger Games, so I would probably pick it.

    Reply
  30. fredamans – Canada – I am a Canadian Lifestyle blogger at Freda's Voice. I take photos that inspire me at Day One Photography. Check me out sometime!
    says

    I would get The Perks of Being a Wallflower.

    Reply
  32. Leah – Manila, Philippines – Writer, blogger, couch potato, coffee lover. I'm on Instagram for the bookstagrams, puppies, kitties and ink.
    says

    Thinking of getting a classic – To Kill A Mockingbird or The Catcher in the Rye or 1984.

    Reply
  36. anadeath – "Of course I know what happens when you die... I'm Death." http://icultgen.com.br
    says

    I’d probably finally get The Perks of Being a Wallflower :3

    Thanks so much for the giveaway and the chance to win :3

    Reply
  39. tweetybugshouse – grandview wa – I am stamper who incorporates this love into card making, scrapbooking and various paper craft projects.
    says

    probably a classic since i have most of the current ones that are listed.

    Reply
  42. Schatze – Lover of books, languages, and cultures
    says

    Pretty much any of the Classics! I’ve read Call of the Wild. I own To Kill a Mockingbird, but i haven’t read it yet.

    Reply
  50. mikilectureaventure
    says

    probably book 2 or 3 of the hunger games series but the list of banned book is so long i could see another one more tempting
    i’m glad my parents never decided for me what i could or not read

    Reply
  54. ratmom – Las Vegas – I'm a freelance writer who used to write articles for Associated Content and Yahoo Contributor Network. These days I write on my blog about books, subscription boxes, my crazy apartment complex, freebies, rats and other tidbits of information I find fun and useful.
    says

    There are so many really good banned books. It’s kinda nuts which books were banned and why. I might try The Hunger Games to see if the book was any better than the movie.

    Reply
  59. tammyannreads
    says

    Forever By Judy Blume was my favorite book growing up. My daughter is reading Huckleberry Finn in school now. I really don’t understand these list.
    I would like to read The Perks Of Being a Wallflower.
    Thank you for the giveaway!

    Reply
  60. janicecrespo – Franklin, NJ
    says

    OMG – I went to the list you shared with one of the comments because I really don’t know what is banned. I was shocked to see Of Mice and Men, by John Steinbeck on a banned list. That’s awful! Excellent book!

    Reply
  62. Karen
    says

    Probably would get Looking for Alaska. Not sure though… Eleanor and Park seems good too. I’m an 80’s fan so… you know.
    Thanks for the fun giveaway!

    Karen

    Reply
  81. morwesong – Virginia – A lifelong wannabe librarian and currently real-life librarian. This blog will probably include books and library shenanigans. There will also surely be some posts of me ruminating on my thoughts.
    says

    I would buy Looking for Alaska by John Green. I realized it had been challenged when I was working on a Banned Books Week display for my library. 🙂

    Reply
  90. says

    My last semester, in one of my classes, we had a good sized list of banned books that we had to read and review. We all had to point out reasons as to why each book was banned. I remember one book that I really took an interest in was To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee.

    Reply
  91. ayuyuu – Seorang penulis amatir yang tengah memperdalam Psikologi dan suka meramu masalah-masalah di sekitar menjadi ribuan pertanyaan aneh.
    says

    Always want to read The Bluest Eyes or The Perks of Being a Wallflower. >,<

    Reply
  93. anastasia2013
    says

    I would buy “Slaughterhouse Five” by Kurt Vonnegut! It’s an amazing book that surprised me in a lot of ways. So strange to think that anyone would want to ban it! It’s amazing! 🙂

    Reply
  97. says

    I can’t believe all the books that are banned. The Chocolate War, Go Ask Alice, and The Outsiders aren’t big names but are great books. I think I’d get the Hunger Games. I haven’t read the books yet.

    Reply
  105. kateivan
    says

    I was going to say SPEAK by Laurie Halse Anderson until I saw that the paperback was available from my preferred online retailer at a bargain price, so the book went straight to my cart. So ….. I’d put the gift card toward a copy of THE GLASS CASTLE by Jeannette Walls.

    Reply
  109. Martina Koleva
    says

    I have no idea what I’ll pick if I won because I haven’t checked the list since last year’s hop. I know some of the more popular banned books but I’ve also read most of those I know so.. I don’t know yet. Thanks for the great giveaway!

    Reply
  110. jeannemiro
    says

    I guess I’m giving away my age but I’m always amazed at what books are considered “banned books” today since they were required reading when I went to shcool!

    Reply
  111. Rebecca Smith – Rebecca, 24. Lifestyle blogger. Book blogger. Personal finance blogger. Freelance writer. I guess I just like writing! Proofreader, mum of one, budding author.
    says

    I would buy Looking For Alaska

    Reply
  113. Michelle Willms – I am a professional reader, editor, blogger, and reviewer. I have experience in journalism, editing, grantwriting, PR, and other forms of writing. I have worked as a college professor in a past life, and have also been employed in many other interesting and not so interesting professions. I love writing, my family, animals, reading, writing, cooking, and reading some more. Did I mention reading and writing? If you'd like me to review your work, please send an email to me at michelle_willms@yahoo.com. I ONLY accept print copies for review.
    says

    I still haven’t read The Hunger Games, so I’d love to buy a copy. It always amazes me to see what frightens ignorant people. (Please note that I said “ignorant” and NOT “stupid.”) Reading expands minds and that has always frightened many people.

    Reply
  118. says

    I would definitely buy Hunger Games. I find it sad that there is still the banning of books going on. There are so many other things that people should focus on. Thanks for shining a light on this subject manner.

    Reply
  126. says

    I will admit to cheating here, I read the comments LOL. I had no idea the Hunger Games was on the list. I have been wanting to read Mockingjay and would choose that treat 🙂 Thank you for participating in this fun hop – it is so enlightening each year to see what else makes the list.

    Reply
  132. ademuremoi
    says

    As I’m reading through the comment on this posts I am literally left speechless. I knew many of the classics that were challenged but I’m actually just now realizing that it’s not just classics that get challenged but children and young adult books too. I mean, I remember reading Captain Underpants in elementary school and I can’t imagine not having those memories of me laughing my butt off while reading them. It’s so sad that some people would go as far as to want to take away the enjoyment of something from someone.

    I guess I would like to, if I have the chance, buy The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian or Catcher in the Rye.

    Reply
  143. Ashleigh – I am a SAHM to one, a dog and a cat. University grad in International Development. Interested in gluten free (diagnosed with celiac disease), green living, cloth diapers, attachment parenting and breastfeeding,
    says

    Perhaps The Perks of Being a Wallflower or a book by Judy Blume.

    Reply
  145. says

    before i say which book i would get i have to say, omg!! i LOVE reading and do a lot of it. ive always known there were banned books but ive never really taken the time to see what they were. I CANNOT believe most of the books on this list! Ive read most of them, and c’mon. seriously! SERIOUSLY?! that list is crazy! now i think i would chose bless me ultima or a bad boy can be good for a girl. they are some of the only few i havent read yet 🙂

    Reply
  156. The Huge Anime Fan – A blogger. Currently developing my skincare & beauty blog. My approach: natural beauty, minimal makeup. TK from Ling tosite sigure fan. Japan enthusiast. Atheist.
    says

    Anything that is a manga series volume.

    Reply
  161. Sunshine5683
    says

    I’m not exactly sure yet which book I would get but most likely something by Ellen Hopkins. I’ve read several of her books which I’ve loved, including Crank and I have yet to finish that series so I would probably get Fallout(Crank #3) or Burned also by Hopkins. Thank you so much for the giveaway!

    Reply
  167. says

    I already own so many banned books, but I think one I do not have and have yet to read is Choke by Chuck Palanuik (and he is one of my favorite authors!)

    Reply
  175. Kayla Beck – Assistant Library Manager by Day, Blogger by Night. Courier of Awesome & Awkward.
    says

    I’d have to go with Eleanor & Park because I feel like one of the only people alive who hasn’t read it yet. 🙂

    Reply
  180. thewoodenshoe
    says

    I’m not entirely sure what I would buy, but I might get The Perks of Being a Wallflower. I haven’t read it in a while, but it’s so good!

    Thank you for the chance to win 🙂

    Reply
  192. kulmona
    says

    A Time to Kill by John Grisham would be my choice. I loved the movie and had started to read the book. Although he’s a popular author and I’ve seen film adaptations of his books, I had never read Grisham before. Also, I want to read the sequel, Sycamore Row.

    Thanks

    Reply
  195. Stacey A Smith – California – Aunt and a Great Aunt .book lover and contest lover and loves animals!
    says

    I don’t no what I would get how do you find a list of banned book? I always get my books from amazon and I don’t think any book is banned from there. I like Adult Paranormal Romances the best.

    Reply

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *