Yes, Thirteen Reasons Why Is Banned!
ISBN: 9781595141712
📖 Why You Should Read This Book
We'd rather censor conversations about suicide than listen to young people struggling.
Jay Asher’s novel about a student who leaves behind tapes about her suicide became a controversial Netflix series.
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
We’d rather censor conversations about suicide than listen to young people struggling.
Why Was It Banned?
Where Was It Banned?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Thirteen Reasons Why banned?
Yes, Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher 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 Thirteen Reasons Why banned?
Thirteen Reasons Why has been challenged and banned for the following reasons: Suicide Content, Mental Health Themes. These challenges have come from school boards, libraries, and parent groups seeking to restrict access to the book.
Where is Thirteen Reasons Why banned?
As of 2025, Thirteen Reasons Why has been banned or challenged in Multiple. Notable bans include Multiple districts (2024).