Banned Book Week 2026
Save the date: Banned Books Week is scheduled for Oct. 4-10, 2026. PEN America is part of the Banned Books Week Coalition, shining a spotlight on the freedom to read each year. We invite readers, authors, educators, librarians, and everyone who opposes censorship to get involved during Banned Books Week 2026. Learn more about PEN America’s groundbreaking research and how you can take action!
What you need to know
Book bans were recorded in 23 states and 87 public school districts, with Florida and Texas leading. |
Book bans were recorded in 23 states and 87 public school districts, with Florida and Texas leading. |
Those book bans affected the works of 2,308 authors, 243 illustrators, and 38 translators. |