Yes, House of Salt and Sorrows Is Banned!
ISBN: 9781984831927
House of Salt and Sorrows retells the fairy tale of the Twelve Dancing Princesses as gothic horror. Annaleigh Thaumas is one of twelve sisters living in a crumbling manor on a cliff above a churning sea. Four of her sisters have already died. When the surviving sisters begin sneaking out to attend mysterious balls, Annaleigh suspects something supernatural is luring them to their deaths. As she investigates, the line between reality and nightmare begins to dissolve.
The novel has been challenged for violence, sexual content, and occult themes. A New York Times bestseller, it has been removed from school libraries in Texas and Florida as part of broader bans targeting YA fantasy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is House of Salt and Sorrows banned?
Yes, House of Salt and Sorrows by Erin A. Craig has been banned or challenged in 5 documented instances across 2 states in the United States, including Texas, Florida. It remains one of the most frequently challenged books in America.
Why was House of Salt and Sorrows banned?
House of Salt and Sorrows has been challenged and banned for the following reasons: Violence, Sexual Content, Occult/Witchcraft. These challenges have come from school boards, libraries, and parent groups seeking to restrict access to the book.
Where is House of Salt and Sorrows banned?
As of 2025, House of Salt and Sorrows has been banned or challenged in Texas, Florida. Notable bans include Keller ISD (2022), Clay County School District (2023).