Why Banning Books Hurts More Than Helps

Banning books seems like a serious business, but is it really helping anyone? Some people think it's a way to protect kids from "bad" stuff. But let's look at the real effects. When a book gets banned, it can actually boost sales and make authors proud. But for authors of kids' books, it's not a good thing. It can ruin their careers and make it harder for them to reach kids with important stories. Groups like Moms for Liberty are pushing for these bans. They want to stop kids from learning about certain topics. But banning books doesn't keep kids safe. It just limits what they can learn and understand about the world. Recent bans are targeting books about marginalized groups, like LGBTQ+ and BIPOC characters. These bans are not about care or love. They're about erasing important progress. When books are banned, libraries might not order them, and schools might cancel author visits. This hurts sales and support for authors. We need to think about who these bans really help. They might not be helping kids at all. In fact, they might be hurting us all in the long run. Books should be celebrated, not banned.