Yes, It's Kind of a Funny Story Is Banned!
ISBN: 9780439093408
📖 Why You Should Read This Book
This book treats mental illness with honesty and humor. Censors want to erase both.
Ned Vizzini’s darkly comic novel about teen depression and hospitalization became a film and beloved YA classic.
Why This Book Was Banned
The reasons listed above reflect formal challenge attempts. The real reasons are more complicated—and more revealing.
Why You Should Read This
This book treats mental illness with honesty and humor. Censors want to erase both.
Why Was It Banned?
Where Was It Banned?
Read It Anyway
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is It's Kind of a Funny Story banned?
Yes, It's Kind of a Funny Story by Ned Vizzini has been banned or challenged in 10 documented instances across 1 states in the United States, including Multiple. It remains one of the most frequently challenged books in America.
Why was It's Kind of a Funny Story banned?
It's Kind of a Funny Story has been challenged and banned for the following reasons: Mental Health, Suicide Ideation, Drug Use. These challenges have come from school boards, libraries, and parent groups seeking to restrict access to the book.
Where is It's Kind of a Funny Story banned?
As of 2025, It's Kind of a Funny Story has been banned or challenged in Multiple. Notable bans include Multiple districts (2024).