BANNED

Yes, Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close Is Banned!

by Jonathan Safran Foer ยท Houghton Mifflin ยท 2005

ISBN: 9780618711659

21 documented challenges

๐Ÿ“– Why You Should Read This Book

A wildly inventive grief novel that captures the raw confusion of a child trying to make sense of the worst day in American memory.

Why Was It Banned?

Where Was It Banned?

Alaska Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District 2024
Florida Charlotte County Public Schools 2024
Florida Lake County Schools 2024
Florida Nassau County School District 2024
Florida Orange County Public Schools 2024

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close banned?

Yes, Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close by Jonathan Safran Foer has been banned or challenged in 21 documented instances across 2 states in the United States, including Alaska, Florida. It remains one of the most frequently challenged books in America.

Why was Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close banned?

Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close has been challenged and banned for the following reasons: Sexual Content, Violence, Sensitive Topics. These challenges have come from school boards, libraries, and parent groups seeking to restrict access to the book.

Where is Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close banned?

As of 2025, Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close has been banned or challenged in Alaska, Florida. Notable bans include Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District (2024), Charlotte County Public Schools (2024), Lake County Schools (2024).