About this book
Alex has two dreams: to become a farmer and a man. There's only one problem: Alex is a girl who believes she was born in the wrong body. She has never shared the truth about herself, not even with her best friend, until now. Alex is about to discover the meaning of the word trans and that her dream can become real. This novel explores the challenging life of a small town transsexual. Alex is a book from Coming Out, an EPIC Press six set series. Some titles may contain explicit content and/or language.
Why it was banned
In 2024, "Alex" by Sylvia Aguilar Zeleny was banned at the school level in the United States due to its LGBTQ+ and sexual content. The official reason given by the banning authority was the book's exploration of transgender themes, which some deemed inappropriate for students. There are no documented legal challenges or public statements from the author regarding this ban.
Censorship history
In 2024, "Alex" by Sylvia Aguilar Zeleny was banned at the school level in several districts across the United States due to its LGBTQ+ and sexual content. This ban reflects a growing trend of challenges to books with similar themes, often initiated by parents and local advocacy groups. Specific instances include formal complaints lodged at school board meetings, leading to votes that upheld the bans in various states. The book remains contested in some districts, with ongoing debates about its appropriateness for school curricula.
Bans
| Country | Year | Reasons |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 2024 | LGBTQ+Sexual |
