Famous Books You Didn’t Know Were Censored or Did You?

According to a recent article published by Flavorwire we were reminded again that, "Most fans of literature and free speech will be well aware that censorship (or at least attempted censorship) is alive and well in the United States."  In their article entitled "Famous Books You Didn’t Know Were Censored" several books are listed that may or may not surprise you.  After viewing the list did you find any surprises?  Let us know what you think of the list here at The Things You Can Read!

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More World Book Night Responses

In connection with World Book Night, twenty 7th grades students, all of which were light readers, received free copies of Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury on the 50th anniversary of its publication.  It was our hope that students receiving the book would write a short response sharing their thoughts about the novel, which would then be sent to worldbooknight.org and now we have our third response!

Here is what C.F. had to say about Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury:

Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury is one of the weirdest, yet strangely realistic books I have ever read.  It shows what happens when we ban books.  Specifically, it shows how uneducated and mindless we would become without books.  Also, it shows how banning books strips people of power.  This book is a cautionary tale of why we should not buy in to banning books.  Thank you for giving me the chance to read this book.

Have you read Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury?  If you have, share your thoughts with us here at The Things You Can Read!

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Free Audiobooks

Random House is offering Free Audio Books!  Check it out...HEREn 

Top Ten Reasons To Listen To Audiobooks

1	It's so easy, you can do it with your eyes closed
2	You will never have to worry about pronouncing characters’ names incorrectly
3	No more turning pages
4	There’s no extra weight added to your bag
5	You can enjoy your beach book and the beach view at the same time

6	Your hands are free for a high five or a thumbs-up
7	Nobody can read over your shoulder
8	Papercuts are few and far between
9	You never have to remember a bookmark
10	You can catch up on your reading list while driving

What reason would you add?

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Believe: Roald Dahi Quote

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SYNC Summer 2013 Titles Revealed

SYNC Summer 2013 Titles Revealed:

12 weeks of free audiobook downloads combining a popular contemporary YA title and a classic paired by theme available starting May 30, courtesy of audiobook publishers, AudioFile Magazine, and OverDrive.
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YNC Titles
Summer 2013

May 30 – June 5, 2013
Of Poseidon by Anna Banks, read by Rebecca Gibel (AudioGO)
The Tempest by William Shakespeare, read by a Full Cast (AudioGO)

June 6 – June 12, 2013
The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place, Book 1: The Mysterious Howling by Maryrose Wood, read by Katherine Kellgren (HarperAudio)
Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë, read by Wanda McCaddon (Tantor Audio)

June 13 – June 19, 2013
The Raven Boys by Maggie Stiefvater, read by Will Patton (Scholastic Audiobooks)
Bless Me, Ultima by Rudolfo Anaya, read by Robert Ramirez (Recorded Books)

June 20 – June 26, 2013
Once by Morris Gleitzman, read by Morris Gleitzman (Bolinda Audio)
Letter From Birmingham Jail by Martin Luther King, Jr., read by Dion Graham (christianaudio)

June 27 – July 3, 2013
Rotters by Daniel Kraus, read by Kirby Heyborne (Listening Library)
Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, read by Jim Weiss (Listening Library)

July 4 – July 10, 2013
Carter Finally Gets It by Brent Crawford, read by Nick Podehl (Brilliance Audio)
She Stoops to Conquer by Oliver Goldsmith, read by a Full Cast (L.A. Theatre Works)

July 11 – July 17, 2013
The Peculiar by Stefan Bachmann, read by Peter Altschuler (HarperAudio)
Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens, read by Simon Vance (Tantor Audio)

July 18 – July 24, 2013
Grave Mercy by Robin LaFevers, read by Erin Moon (Recorded Books)
Hamlet by William Shakespeare, read by a Full Cast (L.A. Theatre Works)

July 25 – July 31, 2013
The False Prince by Jennifer A. Nielsen, read by Charlie McWade (Scholastic Audiobooks)
The Prince and the Pauper by Mark Twain, read by Steve West (Blackstone Audio)

Aug 1 – Aug 7, 2013
Death Cloud by Andrew Lane, read by Dan Weyman (Macmillan Audio)
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes by Arthur Conan Doyle, read by Ralph Cosham (Blackstone Audio)

Aug 8 – Aug 14, 2013
Enchanted by Alethea Kontis, read by Katherine Kellgren (Brilliance Audio)
Through the Looking Glass by Lewis Carroll, read by Miriam Margolyes (Bolinda Audio)

Aug 15 – Aug 21, 2013Sold by Patricia McCormick, read by Justine Eyre (Tantor Audio)
Let Me Stand Alone by Rachel Corrie, read by Tavia Gilbert (Blackstone Audio)

Which of the SYNC free audiobooks are you looking most forward to receiving?  Let us know here at The Things You Can Read!

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Which Books Should You Read This Summer?

This epic flowchart goes to great lengths to help you find the right book for summer.(via Upworthy)


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Happy Children's Book Week May 13-19, 2013

Children's Book Week May 13-19, 2013

Brian Selznick – Caldecott winner, 2012 Children's Choice Book Awards Illustrator of the Year, and creator of The Invention of Hugo Cabret andWonderstruck – has created a commemorative masterpiece that beautifully illustrates the idea that books can take you anywhere. The poster pays homage to two of children’s literature’s legends: Remy Charlip, author and illustrator of more than 38 books, including modern classics like Hooray for Me, I Love You, Arm in Arm, Mother Mother I Feel Sick, A Perfect Day, and Fortunately, the latter of which has been in print continuously for over 48 years; and Maurice Sendak, Caldecott Medal winner for Where the Wild Things Are, creator of children’s classics including In the Night Kitchen, Chicken Soup with Rice, Alligators All Around, and illustrator of the Little Bear books.

Posters are available from the Children’s Book Council and Every Child a Reader at no cost beyond shipping. Order yours here.

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