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Gender Queer, a graphic-novel memoir about coming out as non-binary, was the subject of a book banning controversy in Australia. The book is currently being appealed in federal court by a conservative Catholic activist. Australia has a history of book banning, particularly related to sex, sexuality, and gender. The ban on Gender Queer has sparked concerns about narrow Christian understandings of gender identity and sexual expression. The book has also faced challenges in the United States and has been the most challenged book for the past three years. It tells the story of Maia Kobabe's journey towards understanding their non-binary gender identity. The book has been praised for its positive portrayal of coming out and has resonated with young trans individuals. The banning of books in Australia has been described as a form of quiet censorship, where books are quietly removed from shelves without an official ban. The book has faced challenges in school districts in the United States, but many districts have chosen to keep it after reading it in full. The book has had a significant impact on the trans and non-binary community, helping individuals feel less alone and providing a sense of community. [Extracted from the article] |
