BANNED

Yes, The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian Is Banned!

by Sherman Alexie · Little, Brown · 2007

ISBN: 9780316013697

15 documented challenges

📖 Why You Should Read This Book

One of the few YA books centering Native American voices. The fact it's aggressively banned tells you something.

Sherman Alexie’s National Book Award winner was #1 ALA 2010-2019 challenge target.

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

One of the few YA books centering Native American voices. The fact it’s aggressively banned tells you something.

Why Was It Banned?

Where Was It Banned?

Multiple Multiple districts 2024

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian banned?

Yes, The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie has been banned or challenged in 15 documented instances across 1 states in the United States, including Multiple. It remains one of the most frequently challenged books in America.

Why was The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian banned?

The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian has been challenged and banned for the following reasons: Profanity, Sexual Content, Drug Use. These challenges have come from school boards, libraries, and parent groups seeking to restrict access to the book.

Where is The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian banned?

As of 2025, The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian has been banned or challenged in Multiple. Notable bans include Multiple districts (2024).