About this book
New York Times bestseller Faith Erin Hicks is back with Hockey Girl Loves Drama Boy, a young adult graphic novel romance about a hotheaded hockey player who asks for temper management lessons from the cool, calm boy in drama club. It should have been a night of triumph for Alix’s hockey team. But her mean teammate Lindsay decided to start up with her usual rude comments and today Alix, who usually tries to control her anger, let it finally run free. Alix lashes out and before she knows it, her coach is dragging her off Lindsay, and the invitation to the Canada National Women’s U18 Team’s summer camp is on the line. She needs to learn how to control this anger, and she is sure Ezra, the popular and poised theater kid from her grade is the answer. So she asks for his help. But as they hang out and start get closer, Alix learns that there is more to Ezra than the cool front he puts on. And that maybe this friendship could become something more....
Censorship history
In 2024, "Hockey Girl Loves Drama Boy" by Faith Erin Hicks was banned at the school level in several districts across the United States, primarily due to its LGBTQ+ content and perceived immorality. Notably, the book faced challenges during school board meetings in states like Texas and Florida, where parents and advocacy groups voiced concerns over its themes. The bans were upheld in some districts following formal complaints, reflecting ongoing debates over educational content related to LGBTQ+ issues in schools.
Bans
| Country | Year | Reasons |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 2024 | LGBTQ+Moral |
